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Re: Still having middle B problems

Author: Gordon (NZ)
Date: 2006-06-12 14:52

"...i don't like that approach - it hides maintenance issues. if you need both fingers down to make it speak, the horn needs a trip to the shop...."

I totally agree! When the pad alignment, pivots, post security, and linkages are well adjusted for these keys, they have a high degree of reliability.

However these adjustments are needed on almost every brand new instrument.

YCL-450, it sure sounds like an intermittent leak problem that the technician has not picked up.

Possibly low B key needing extra pressure for complete sealing of the pad - pressure that you do not always apply.

Possibly the pad on the low ring key and/or A/D ring key needing extra pressure for complete sealing of the pad - pressure that you do not always apply.

Possibly a finger not quite sealing on a tone hole, when you slightly alter your posture or hand angle relative to the instrument.

Possibly a finger is lightly touching a 'banana' key when you slightly alter your posture or hand angle relative to the instrument.

Possibly a poorly adjusted bridge key, such that the right hand ring keys need additional pressure, which you only apply SOMETIMES.

Possibly it is after you play throat A, because of a wide range of spring/spring groove/pivot/pad problems that can stop throat A pad from completely sealing for a while.

Possibly.... etc etc

Post Edited (2006-06-12 14:54)

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