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Re: Stuffy Bb

Author: Gordon (NZ)
Date: 2006-08-17 14:25
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What a great collection of remedies.

First approach for me is making sure the register vent is clear.

Next approach, using a thick cork pad for the register key. Shape it like a frustum (decapitated cone) so it has diameter at the vent end, only sufficient to cover the vent, and round the edge (of the cork around the vent) slightly as well. You will probably also need to bend the key so that it opens further. See attachment for diagram, where cork is a little too thick if anything.

In my experience, this is very, very successful in almost every case.

The problem is incresed by a too-hard reed, especially if there is insufficient breath support.

The problem is reduced if more lower lip pressure is applied to the centre of the reed, IMHO.

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