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Doublereed Archive - Posting 000072.txt from 2005/01

From: "Guy Mallery" <wa2msu@-----.net>
Subj: [DR-L] Re: Keeping bassoons and oboes humidified
Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2005 17:02:12 -0500

> Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2005 09:26:02 EST
> From: Reedsoaker@-----.com
> Message-ID: <1ad.2f1f9230.2f19307a@-----.com>
>
> I was involved in the Reed Vitalizer testing. I tried them for oboe reeds
> and for Saxophone, also. I found it to stabilize the oboe reeds nicely. They
> were more consistent from use to use. They felt just a bit harder. Soaking
> time was shorter. I like it. I just got a couple more at the jazz educators
> convention last week.
> The Saxophone reeds were not as effected, but that might be just me.
> I preferred the medium (73%) humidity level. Oh, the bags are not the
> most durable. Treat them gently. That way you can just replace the Humidipak and
> save a few bucks. I'm not sure of the price.
> All in all, a product that I recommend.
>
> Take care,
> Phil Feather
>
> In a message dated 1/13/2005 11:18:36 AM Pacific Standard Time,
> wa2msu@-----.com writes:
> I'm curious. Is anyone do the R/D testing (Oboe/Bassoon) for this:
> http://www.ricoreeds.com/ReedVitalizer_FAQ.htm

Phil,

Thank you for a most enlightened answer. We (bassoonists) read
Christlieb quoting reed longevity at 100+ hours (playing time). I raise
and waive a finger saying "yes, I've done that" but somehow think
the situation could have been improved upon...<grin>

Regards,
Guy Mallery

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