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Re: My high B sounds the same as high c

Author: jdbassplayer
Date: 2017-11-17 07:13

Yes I understand that, my original assumption was that B was ~100 cents sharp. And the C above that was sharper than that. Again, OP's post is very vague and until they clarify I'm just going on assumptions.

Going with the assumption that it is a mechanical issue with B5/C5, this is most likely to be caused by either the F/C key or E/B key being bent severely. It could also be caused by a missing pad on the E/B key. Given this, it is not unreasonable to assume the problem was either caused by weak keywork or a poorly glued pad. These are both common problems with Chinese instruments. Normally yes I would agree with you that it is not always the instrument's fault, but unless OP dropped the instrument or it was damaged in some way I stand by my opinion that bargin priced Chinese instruments are inferior. Every manufacturer makes mistakes sometimes, but most Chinese manufacturers making <$150 instruments make CONSISTENT mistakes.

Edit: I have fixed a few instruments in the past where the upper clarion was almost a semitone sharp due to poor design (most recently a Hammerschmidt). This is usually related to the placement of the register vent. It is unlikely yes but not impossible. Looking back it probably wasn't the best assumption and for that I apologize.

-Jdbassplayer

Post Edited (2017-11-17 07:32)

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