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Author: hautbois
Date: 2009-12-11 18:02
Alphonse has a good point.
In addition, regardless of the similarity of measurements of two pieces of cane, they are unlikely to provide identical results. There will still be variables, not only in the cane, but, despite our efforts to the contrary, in our ability to scrape the two pieces identically. Reedmaking is at least as much an art as it is a science. It can help to eliminate variables where possible, and to know what attributes of cane have never worked for you; but even with obviously different pieces of cane very fine reeds can be made. And sometimes one will be more suitable for a particular piece of music or a particular hall than another. You might find that you have created a treasure with a less standard piece of cane, though it may have to be saved for just the right concert situation.
As far as micrometers are concerned, I used a simple Starrett Caliper, purchased in 1976 or so. It served me well.
Elizabeth
Post Edited (2009-12-11 18:08)
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HautboisJJ |
2009-11-22 15:50 |
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jhoyla |
2009-11-22 16:53 |
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WestwindBob |
2009-12-10 23:28 |
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Alphons |
2009-12-11 05:59 |
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Re: Density and thickness micrometer new |
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hautbois |
2009-12-11 18:02 |
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