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 Re: Uhl Technik Reed Profiler 'RPM 68'
Author: Daniel Frazelle 
Date:   2008-06-13 05:10

I received my machine this week, so I thought I'd give an update of sorts.

The RPM 68 is incredible. That's all there is to it. I've made a bunch of reeds already using different types of cane. I also experimented with blanks I made from the tube alongside commercial pre-made blanks. Every reed I made was workable and one I'd feel comfortable using in rehearsal. As it stands, I have five that blow away all of the commercial reeds I have. After already using a reed I made on Joe's machine for my last concert, I can say with complete certainty that I will be using one of these new reeds on my concert next week.

I believe the best reeds are the ones I make from the tube. I don't know exactly why, but these just seem to be better even when factors such as blank thickness, length, and taper are just about equal. Still, I think making reeds on this machine from commercial blanks is a very viable option, with relatively little lost in quality. Of course, the greater value is in making the blanks from the tube.

I mention all this only because my point is that this machine really produces a quality reed from any suitable blank. It's so easy to use that I have no concerns as I put another blank on and go to work. I'm not overstating anything when I say that it will completely change my playing and my day-to-day approach to practicing and preparation. I know the price will be prohibitive for many, but I feel as if this is an investment along the lines of what bassoonists make. After seeing, using, and now owning the machine, it's hard for me to say that it isn't worth it for just about any serious player.

I should also note that Hermann Uhl has been wonderful to deal with. I understand he will be passing off the North American distributing at some point, but for the time being he's a pleasure to work with.

Daniel Frazelle
US Navy Band



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