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Re: Reeds

Author: Agomongo
Date: 2016-12-19 10:05

TomS wrote:

> I have tried various reed rituals and found that the results
> are largely inconclusive.
>
> I think the most the important thing is to initially wet the
> reed in plain water, only play for a few minutes at first,
> increasing the play time over several days. Use water, instead
> of saliva to wet the reed each time you play it and only wet
> the vamp or vibrating part. Rub it dry between the thumb and
> index finger (which also helps seal the pores) and let it dry
> for a little while, bark down, before returning it to a reed
> holder before it's completely dry.
>
> I also balance the reed very early in it's life, using a sharp
> shop knife blade. Microscopic powder is usually all that is
> necessary to remove. I may polish the flat side of the reed
> with standard printer paper. The Ridenour system is better,
> but I've been too cheap to replace the one I gave away. In any
> case, good quality reeds nowadays don't need a lot of wood
> removed.
>
> I've found the 56s are pretty well balanced and consistent and
> have had good luck with the Reserve Classic (on a Reserve X0).
>
> The less you do to reeds, the better. Leaves more time for
> fellowship and good food.
>

Very interesting to hear. Rather different than some other rituals I've heard. However, I also like to wet the reed in water. I've always found that it plays a lot better!
I LOVE the D'Addario X0, however for now my teacher wants me to stick with the M15, which is fine, however I prefer the sound of the X0.

@Tobin

I see what you're saying, however I just wanted to make clear. So don't change reed strengths? I feel like 3.5 might serve me better and from there change one thing at a time.

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