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Bridge alignment

Author: DG74
Date: 2018-06-05 05:24

Hi all,

Question for those of you skilled in repairs/adjustments:

My bridge keys have always been in very good alignment: line them up, and the forked Bb plays without any hesitation. Well, recently I had a couple pads replaced on my horn, and the technician noticed that my rings were a little high, so he offered to lower them a bit.

He lowered the rings and had me play test, and everything felt and sounded fine. However, now I've come to notice the bridge is just slightly out of adjustment. I have to put the top part about a millimeter or so behind the bottom part. When I do this the forked Bb isn't a problem, but if I line up the bridge exactly, it doesn't play without a squeak.

Now, I know if I take it back to him, he'll adjust it, no questions. However, I was wondering if this is an easy adjustment I can do at home, to realign the bridge. Keeping in mind I'm comfortable with minor adjustments, but not with more advanced issues.

I'd like the forked Bb to speak easily when correctly aligned, so I don't accidentally forget to find the correct position and embarrass myself during a rehearsal or performance w/ a squeak.

Thanks!

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