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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2005-02-11 04:24
Hey everyone
I'm looking for a nice wooden reed case in the vein of those nice Harrison cases (or even the Selmer ones) except I don't want glass, I want a ribbed surface, like most plastic reed cases have.
Any suggestions?
Or, anyone know how I could make my own by replacing the glass in an existing case with something else?
Thanks.
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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2005-02-11 11:44
Yeah, that style, but not glass.
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Author: Brandon
Date: 2005-02-11 12:00
Roger Garrett's reed cases have plexiglass as the surface. I have purchased on of the aromatic cedar cases and love it.
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Author: Ed
Date: 2005-02-11 12:03
A case that would meet your needs, is very well made and has a humidifier and humidity gauge is made by Robert DiLutis:
http://www.frontiernet.net/~reedmach/Products/TRM_Reed_Case.htm
he also has a smaller 4 reed case that is a bit simpler and lower cost. I have the 8 reed model and it is a great case.
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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2005-02-11 12:16
Ah-huh! That's it! But I don't want or need the humidity thing, *sigh* just a 10-reed version of the 'simple' model.
But thanks, that's the one alright!
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Author: sfalexi
Date: 2005-02-11 13:18
Like the people said above, Roger Garret reed case.
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Author: Ken Mills
Date: 2005-02-11 22:45
LeWhite and Brandon; The best true flat surface is an inch thick small piece of plexiglass but not practiced by anybody, I thought. Screw in a spring that is used for double hung window frameworks. Glass, no for other reasons too, weight, etc. Not commercially available, I thought. I just wipe the reed and put it back on the mpc because I am not sure of the value or goodness provided by flatness. Ken
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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2005-02-11 23:34
Yeah I've found that keeping your reeds on flat glass actually warps them more. I live in a climate where humidity isn't really as issue, so I want a ribbed surface for even drying.
sfalexi, the Garret case is NOT what I'm looking for - I *don't* want glass.
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Author: massa
Date: 2005-02-12 00:14
Roger's reed case is awesome but if you don't want to have
"glass" , which according to you cause warpage, I would recommend
Doc's Thirsty Reed Pad.
http://www.doctorsprod.com/accessories.html
I use Thirsty Reed Pad to store reeds to slowly dry after performance/practice, and use Roger's reed case to keep them rest until next use (10-reed rotation plan). The case utilises plexiglass so it will not break like glass when you drop the case... So it says... I've never tried yet ;-)
Anyhow, with Doc's Pad and Roger's case in motion,
I have no reed warpage problem.
- m
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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2005-02-12 05:58
I had a reed warpage problem with the Doc's reed pad.
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Author: BobD
Date: 2005-02-12 12:34
After trying many I find that the "new" VD plastic 8 reed case with the "flip" top works perfectly for me. Interestingly, I don't like their older "slip case" model. I use one of Roger's strictly at home for "breakin" purposes.
Bob Draznik
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Author: DavidBlumberg
Date: 2005-02-12 13:57
I don't recall the name right now (my accountant has my records as I bought it this past summer in Vancouver) but Morrie Backun has a friend who makes the Wooden Cases which are quite gorgeous and their bottoms do not use glass - it uses a hard surface (synthetic material which looks like a granite countertop). The case is very, very good and has venting holes on the side. Morrie distributes them. They come in various gorgeous exotic woods.
They aren't "cheap" but well worth the $.
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Author: John Stackpole
Date: 2005-02-12 14:27
LeWhite:
I been waiting for someone to ask, but since no one else is willing to look dumb ....
What is your objection to glass - and presumably to plexi as Mr. Garrett uses in his cases?
JDS
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Author: sfalexi
Date: 2005-02-12 16:14
Ooooo. Thirsty reed pad is ALSO a very good choice. I have the ultra lite one (just use it to store the reed I JUST used) and it works very well.
Alexi
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Author: massa
Date: 2005-02-12 16:26
yeah, I use the Ultra Lite too! Very handy.
(and it's big enough to store 2 bass cl. reeds if you like!)
I even keep the Pad in the plastic bag, which is
used for the shipping by Doc. (the little ziplock one)
Just to avoide rapid drying. Where I live is pretty dry...
- m
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Author: John Morton
Date: 2005-02-12 16:59
Both glass and plastic are available in textured surfaces, either to disperse light (as in fluorescent fixture covers) or for semi-opacity (as on bathroom windows). You might try getting a glass shop to cut you a little square of textured glass to your specs.
John Morton
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Author: LeWhite
Date: 2005-02-12 23:47
John - when you place a reed on glass, then close the case, the entire flat side is squished against the glass, and no air gets under it. Therefore, only the top dries, resulting in a very confused, warped reed. However I am talking about my climate here in Australia.
The basic Vito reed holders work fine - but I want a larger case where I can hold, say, 8 to 10 reeds in the one case and is flat so I can put it in the top section of my BAM case. And I want a case similar to most of the cases mentioned above, except with a ribbed or grooved surface, not glass (or plexiglass). Just something that allows the reed to dry off all over, evenly.
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Author: Shawn
Date: 2005-02-13 00:28
LeWhite - I use the very Vito reed guard that you're talking about. I buy cigar travel humidors and carry as many of my Vito reed guards as I want. I can also control the humidity by using the humidor. This method works very well. I wish I could say that I came up with the idea, but I got it from a prominent principal clarinetist.
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Author: rc_clarinetlady
Date: 2005-02-13 04:11
Hi everyone.
I struggled for awhile with the right reed case and ended up with the same one Bob D. mentioned. I really like the Vandoren flip case. It holds 8 reeds (all numbered) and has a grooved surface to let reeds dry right. I have never had a warped reed in this case. I also have the BAM double case and it fits nice and flat in any of the compartments. I even tilt it and keep in it the inside storage area.
The one from The Doctor is good for while I'm working reeds. I let the new ones sit in this between working them in slowly and then after the break in time transfer them to the Vandoren for travel and use. Works for me.
Rebecca
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Author: VermontJM
Date: 2005-02-13 05:04
The doctor Thirsty thing-
Does this have some sort of case that it goes into so that the reeds are protected? It looks like they just get strapped to the stone but are otherwise open to the elements. (I can imagine them getting caught on something in my case and breaking a tip.
I would like to see the doctor's product be stuck in a nice wooden case. It could be removable so you have the back to polish reeds on.
Now, if this is already done, great! I'll order one tomorrow!
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Author: sfalexi
Date: 2005-02-13 05:07
My thirsty reed pad (the ultra lite) comes in a bag that you can put the stone in. It protects the outsides of the reeds from getting scratched against something.
I don't know about the bigger thirsties. If you don't gind a good answer here, email the Doc. He'd be the one that knows the best!
Alexi
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