Author: ron b
Date: 2001-11-24 16:44
My understanding is that, from the heel of the reed to the tip of the reed, from where the cut portion begins, the central part that slopes, or tapers, toward the edges/sides and tip is called by some of the more knowledgeable folk, 'the heart' of the reed. So, in my understanding, woodwind reeds do have hearts and slight changes to the heart portion will result in marked playing characteristic changes. It's easy to remove material there. Tape may be an attempt to put some back, to re-thicken it, to 'darken' the sound.
Hiroshi has been making valuable contributions to the BB for a long, long time. This one may seem a little odd and good for a few laughs and chuckles but, in the long run of things, I have no doubt Hiroshi's heart is in the right place. I personally would encourage Hiroshi to explain further about his findings. In some modern clarinet factory practice, ultrasonic waves are used to seat pads. I don't find that hard to believe. Do you?
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