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 Re: permanently wet reeds
Author: vjoet 
Date:   2012-08-13 23:40

Well...I wasn't going to post onto this thread till my current tests produce results -- one way or another, but since Dr. Casadonte, the author of the dissertation which prompted my experiments has joined the board, I think a brief summary of current testing is appropriate.

1. With the failure of the vodka, Hibiclens, Lysol, I've discontinued the permanently wet tests.

2. I now moisten the reeds for 2 to 3 minutes in a bath of 1/2 cup distilled water, and 2 teaspoons of Betadine.

3. When I change reeds in my practice session, I dip the used reed into the disenfectant bath, and set it to dry with the flat side up (to expose greater surface to the air).

4. At the end of the day, I pasteurize the used reeds by putting them into the over, set at 170 degrees Fahrenhite, with the internal fan on, and dry them there for about 40 minutes. (If the process turns out to be beneficial, I'll purchase a fruit - herb dehydrator. Amazon has many listings; the one I've looked at runs $33.)

It is too soon to tell if the process will truly extend the life of the reed.

Vann Joe
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