Klarinet Archive - Posting 000659.txt from 2004/11

From: Tony Pay <tony.p@-----.org>
Subj: RE: [kl] Sandpaper vs. Reed knife
Date: Tue, 23 Nov 2004 18:05:32 -0500

On 23 Nov, "Steve White" <bass.clarinet@-----.net> wrote:

> I use a combination of three methods. I use reed knives for larger work
> that is more for changing larger aspects of the reeds response and
> playability. I use sandpaper to blend these larger changes and for fine
> adjustments to the vamp, heart, table, and sometimes the tip of the reed.
> I also use a file to 'dial in' the flatness of the table. Different reeds
> like different approaches - each one was a living piece of wood at one time
> and therefore have the potential to be vastly different. (as I'm sure we
> can all relate)
>
> Much like choosing a mouthpiece, it more about what works for you than what
> everybody else does.

Yes!

Tony
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