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Re: Lost My Wind

Author: Windy Dreamer
Date: 2018-10-19 20:22

Reeds made from garden stake bamboo can have exceptiional tonal qualities but they can be equally fragile. I have shattered many of my best garden stake reeds while blowing loud base notes.I have never shattered a Rico reed in the same manner. Due to the combined influences of fragility and more conservative play styles I have not made these reeds in about 18 months. During that time I have only purchased about 6 new Rico reeds. Two to three years ago I could go through six reeds in a week. The loss of time and gas for reed buying compelled me to learn to make my own.
The reed on my Jupiter has now been reformed 3 times.As the leading edge wears down I trim the edge back with toenail clippers. With the aid of digital calipers and 150-600 grit wet-dry sandpaper I reform the ramp.My average Rico reed goes through about 6 rebuilds before it becomes to short to rebuild.When the garden stake reeds shatter the damage is so severe that they cannot be rebuilt. Inch long splits and 3/8 inch square fragments are common.

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