Klarinet Archive - Posting 000489.txt from 2003/01

From: Georg.Kuehner@-----.de (Georg K=?ISO-8859-1?B?/A==?=hner)
Subj: Re: [kl] Reed design using cnc machines
Date: Mon, 27 Jan 2003 02:31:43 -0500

> Georg,
>
> Most people with access to such sophisticated machines also have access to
> very precise measuring tools. It this is the case, I would recommend that
> you find reeds that you like....and then start an effort to document the
> dimensional standards for that brand/style of reed.

I did this and I have a precise idea of how the reed has to be shaped.

(the ones that work for you) Once you have a good idea about what makes a
good reed for you.....have at making your tool.

> I'm not sure any of us can tell you how to go about the design of your
> "personal clarinet" reed.

I thought more about the technology and its problems materials I could use
and maybe thought there is somebody who tried this before.

Best Georg

Www.heidelberger-saloniker.de

> Regards,
>
> Forest Aten
>

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