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 RE: Reed warpage vs. reed balance
Author: Harold 
Date:   2001-05-05 19:24

You make an interesting observation, albeit in the form of a question. Yes, warpage and balance can be related -- because (I surmise) warping may be related to the way a reed dries after being played, and thinner areas will dry faster. However, a somewhat unbalanced reed that is perfectly flat can be playable, while what is otherwise a perfectly balanced reed that is even slightly warped in my experience is unplayable. Make sure the reed back is perfectly flat ("train" it by pressing a moistened reed against a flat surface such as a piece of glass) and play it; slight imbalance can sometimes be accommodated by intentionally tilting the reed slightly to the left or to the right on the mouthpiece (without any other adjustment to the reed itself). Good luck.
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