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Re: Sanding back of reeds

Author: claritoot26
Date: 2007-05-16 16:23

Don't worry too much about sanding the backs of the reeds flat. A knife may be a better tool to use, just a small swipe to remove any "bulges" on the back of the reed. But if it's quite warped, toss it.
Balancing the tip and the rails is more important and more worth your time.
Also, check if your mouthpiece and reed are sealing properly. The concavity of your mouthpiece may be increased to make it less susceptible to losing the seal with the reed, and reed warpage won't matter as much.
Really warped reeds should be tossed.
If 4's still work pretty good for you, try those so you have some wiggle room when you balance your reeds. You can always remove material, but you can't glue it back on. Good luck

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