Author: JMarzluf
Date: 2011-03-07 02:22
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Regarding wood choice, I am indeed finding quite a difference between my two Hiniker oboes (one grenadilla and one cocobolo). I have had the opportunity to play three other Hiniker oboes, all grenadilla instruments, and they were all remarkably similar. By this I mean there seems to be less variation from one Hiniker to the next, compared to other makes I have played extensively (probably due to Tom's absolute meticulous attention to detail and precise measurement, and maybe also due to the fact that he is using "super aged" wood, which is very stable). Having said this, the cocobolo instrument certainly is exhibiting a unique "personality," compared to its grenadilla cousins. I am having a great time exploring this difference, and (even though I still love my grenadilla horn) I am quickly becoming a huge cocobolo fan!
Jonathan
http://www.marzlufreeds.com/
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