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Author: presto214
Date: 2004-10-30 05:52
When I break in reeds, I usually wet them then rub the vamp from table to tip for the first 2 or 3 days, then play them a little bit for the next few days. But when you are not playing or working on the reeds your breaking in, what do you do with them to keep them from warping? I put mine in my selmer reed case to keep the reeds from warping. I'm not sure if this is the best thing to do because my selmer case causes my reeds to mildew. If anyone has any suggestions please tell me
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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2004-10-30 10:29
Pretty simple.
Take a bit of sandpaper, run the flat side of the reed along it once. It should leave parralel marks on the sandpaper because it is not flat. Do this about 3 times during the first week. Once it stabalises, it should stay flat!
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Author: pewd
Date: 2004-10-30 13:43
if the selmer case causes them to mildew, store them elsewhere.
i use a 4x4" ceramic tile with a few rubber bands to keep them flat.
50 cents from a hardware store.
a small piece of plate glass works well also.
or check out the dr's products he sells a pad for storing them flat - accessories link on this board.
- Paul Dods
Dallas, Texas
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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2004-10-30 14:33
I love most of Doc's products, but didn't find that his ceramic reed thingo worked at all.
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Author: vegwedge
Date: 2004-10-31 13:30
My clarinet reeds are Rico reeds which hurt my tongue so maybe I'll try another kind next purchase, but each one came in it's own little plastic case, also by Rico, that appears to keep flat (to prevent warping?). They are each about the size of a reed with 2 runners going parallel to the reed length down the inside of the case which force the reeds down at the front - to stay flat. Also the case is open - allowing the reeds to dry - so I don't forsee mildue resulting from this type of storage.
I don't know yet about breaking in reeds since I've only been playing for a week. I didn't even know you have to break in the reeds. Perhaps someone will explain to me about breaking in reeds, as I am under the impression that all I need to do is wet the reed with saliva or water and play.
hmmnn... SPOON!
Post Edited (2004-10-31 23:34)
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Author: sfalexi
Date: 2004-11-01 13:54
I have the Doc's Ultra Lite Thirsty Reed Pad. I wipe the reed between my thumb and forefinger to squeeze out any excess moisture and then stick it on there. Haven't had a warped reed since that day (I'd say about a year ago).
Alexi
US Army Japan Band
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Author: jmsa
Date: 2004-11-01 15:52
I also use the Doctors thirsty reed pads and they dry reeds fast and warp free. The Doctor has some amazing products indeed.
jmsa
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Author: DavidBlumberg
Date: 2004-11-01 18:46
I like Doc's thirsty pad too. Significantly reduces warpage. They hardly cost anything which has it's benefits for young students using em too.
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Author: Tom J.
Date: 2004-11-01 23:43
I stopped rubbing my reeds many years ago when I began to notice that the process would change the playing characteristics for which the reed was selected. If you must rub your reeds I would say certainly don't rub the table as it may alter the flatness of that area and degrade the seal.
Also, storing reeds flat on a non-pourous surface promotes uneven drying of the reed which promotes uneven vibration. And any case that does not allow air to circulate will promote mildew.
I break in reeds by playing them a few minutes each day for about a week, making sure the reed dries thouroughly, either outside of a holder or in a case or holder with ample air circulation, like a Vandy reed sleeve.
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Author: D Dow
Date: 2004-11-02 02:16
simply flatten the reed by wetting it somewhat with water, and flattening it with the fat of the thumb on the table of the mouthpiece...works like a charm.
David Dow
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Author: BobD
Date: 2004-11-02 15:11
Thumbs have fat! This is one of the most controversial subjects and I've always found it difficult to decide which advice is appropriate. You have an advantage just starting out in that you can just avoid any of it and do what comes naturally. Serious advice abounds in the Search archives.
Bob Draznik
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