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Re: Fobes CWF vs CF

Author: Ed
Date: 2021-01-16 01:13

Perhaps old habits die hard, but I use the term free blowing. To me, it does have a specific meaning. I would say that it refers to the amount of resistance that seems to be built in to the general character of a mouthpiece.

There are various mouthpieces that I have tried that have a built in resistance no matter what style or strength reed I use. Some like that quality and like having something to blow against. That kind of set up seems to require a bit more air pressure or as is often described, back pressure.

There is a certain amount of resistance needed. If a mouthpiece does not have some amount of that hold it can be hard to control. I tend to like the feel of something with a little more "freedom". Those pieces have less back pressure and the air seems to flow more easily. I find that kind of set up to work for me in a variety of settings. I can adjust the reed to alter the feel.

Yes, there are many terms out there that are meaningless, but this is a term that works for me. If others choose not to use it or believe in it, that is fine too.

Post Edited (2021-01-16 01:16)

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