Author: DrewSorensenMusic
Date: 2012-08-02 22:29
Yes, it is a tough question, and I think that is why we are here. Well, at least that's why I'm here. I don't think I'm looking for absolutes here, maybe more along the lines of, "I've noticed that if I get cane shaped a little thin at the throat, the reed tends to ______". Food for thought and all that. It is something that is on my mind, and something I will be working with these next few months until I understand it a little bit more.
In a few other points, 320 sandpaper is great for sanding the sides of reeds. I was using 220 before, and it took too much off of wet cane, which is why I have the one skinny reed in the first place. I bought 320 today, and wow is it a game changer. I just cut it in 2" by 2" squares, and they last a good while.
Another point is I made a fantastic reed today, and have no clue how I did it. Response around the whole instrument was flawless. A little flat, but it's also at 70.5 mm, and I think going down to 70 or 69.5 would make it perfect. Letting it sit a day before I do what cannot be undone.
Drew S.
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