Author: Tony F
Date: 2011-07-14 16:31
I'm experiencing a problem with getting C sharp above the break to sound reliably. I have several horns, and the problem is confined to 3 of them, the rest work fine. I've checked keywork moving freely, pad sealing and lift, crows foot adjustments, joint leaks, loose screws and weak springs, different mouthpiece, different reeds, fat fingers hitting the wrong keys. If it weren't for the fact that most of my horns work OK I'd suspect operator error as first choice, but as I said, my other horns work OK.
The horns with the problem are a B & H Emperor, A Besson Cambridge and a Henkin 28S. The Besson is OK until it warms up, the others show the problem at any time. The note will sound, but not reliably. All instruments are in excellent order, recently repadded, no cracks and in all other respects play as they should. A friend, an experienced player, tried the Besson and had the same experience. Any suggestions welcomed.
Thanks.
Tony F.
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