Klarinet Archive - Posting 000796.txt from 1997/09
From: Jrykorten@-----.com Subj: RE: Warped Reeds Date: Tue, 16 Sep 1997 08:52:42 -0400
The shape that you should be worried about is the shape the reed has when it
is wet, as this is how it is used. When it dries, uneven rate of drying will
cause warping that is inconsequential.
If a reed is warped when it is wet, it is usually best to throw it away and
concentrate your efforts on other candidates.
Jerry Korten
NYC
In a message dated 97-09-16 02:47:28 EDT, you write:
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If you determine that the flat bottom of a dry reed is warped (by rubbing
it on paper, etc.), and you sand the back to the point where it is again
flat, then you wet it and put it on the mouthpiece, doesn't wetting it
simply cause it to warp again? Stated another way, aren't one's chances of
playing with a flat reed just as good by skipping the sanding?
Well, it is Monday morning.
- --Bill Fogle
Washington, D.C.
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