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Author: J. J.
Date: 2007-03-26 21:42
Hi everyone,
For years, Vandorens have served me well in my pursuits, but lately I've been frustrated by how quickly they die. I'd like to be able to actually practice on the reeds I'll use in concerts or auditions, rather than worry that they'll be dead by the time I play them in performance.
As a result, I'm looking into making my own reeds. Everyone I've talked to who makes their own says they last longer. I've already decided which planer and shaper to buy, but what about the actual reed-making machine? It seems like there is the Reed Machine by Robert Dilutis and the Reed Dual which is still available.
Who out there uses these machines, and what can you tell me about them? I know that for years the Dual was the only option, but what machines are more popular now?
Thanks in advance,
Jim
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Author: skygardener
Date: 2007-03-27 03:27
I have found making reeds from blanks to be rather simple using a knife and sandpaper- but not very fast.
if you are just looking for longer lasting reeds, try tho Rico Grand Concert models. I find them to have a very good life span.
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Author: J. J.
Date: 2007-03-27 20:00
Thank you, although I have not found them to last any longer.
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Author: michal
Date: 2007-03-27 20:17
Maybe someone can give you a feedback about the Gonzales?I herad good things about them. As for making your own, you better have patience and nerves of steal...I was not gifted enough to be able to make my own,although my old teacher, Mark Nuccio, makes fantastic reeds and seems to love the process and the results are amazing.
Good Luck!
michal.
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Author: clarinetfreak
Date: 2007-03-29 00:41
When I was studying with Dan Gilbert at SUNY Stony Brook, he left his reed equipment for us to use. He had: a reedual and had a reed shaper, planer, and the reed machine all made by Robert Dilutis (reedual is not made by dilutis). I thought the shaper and planer were all great. In terms of the reed copiers, it's all about what your looking for and how well you can learn to use them. Both machine's you'll have to take the time to figure out the quirks (finding out how the machine consistently copies the original), here are some general things about each machines.
Reedual: you'll go through a lot of sand paper (meaning lots of reed dust)
The reed machine: no sanding involved but it is very easy to mess up the original reed when copying it so best bet is to buy his metal reed as the master copy reed.
My advice would be to find someone who makes (and plays) hand made reeds and ask them to show you how to do it. For the reed machine ontact Mr. Dilutis directly for more information, I heard he's a nice guy.
Good Times!
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