Author: Bobo
Date: 2009-10-13 14:20
I think ergonomics can be very subjective. I have a D series Loree and a QS series AK Loree, and while the new instrument is wonderful, I don't think I'll ever feel as at home on it as I do on the instrument I grew up with. The D feels like an extension of my limbs - I am one with it when I play (all those years of Barret, Ferling drills, etc.), but not with the QS, which I've been playing for over two years now. But I'd be hard pressed to say its the new instrument's key layout that is at fault. After all, Loree thought they were making improvements, right? I also have found the ergonomics on the few Loree Royals that I've played to be just amazing, like driving a Lexus vs. a Toyota, it was just very very smooth, but that could be the bigger keys, my relatively large hands, the larger diameter of the instrument, etc. Regarding Marigaux's limitations, my two word answer is: Francois Leleux. If he can do what he does on a Marigaux (solo or in full ensemble), then the rest of us mere mortals should probably be able to make do, n'est ce pas?! (And I've never played a Marigaux, but just sayin'.) And whenever I pick up a Laubin or Patricola (which some of my sectionmates play), the keywork feels cramped and awkward, so...
Post Edited (2009-10-13 14:22)
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