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Re: Wetting reeds butt down

Author: kdk ★2017
Date: 2018-12-26 23:15

Chris P wrote:

> You need to get the underside of the reed wet to ensure there
> are no leaks between it and the mouthpiece facing - even just
> licking the underside of the heel is enough to do that.

I understand, though it's something I've never thought about before. Do you mean by "no leaks between it and the mouthpiece facing" that the underside needs to seal against the curve - the rails - under the vamp area? Or do you mean the reed's underside needs to be wet where it lies on the table?

Of course, the reed's ability to seal against the rails (sides and tip) is important - that's one important test for a warped reed. I guess I never really thought of the underside of the vamp remaining dry once I start playing.

Karl

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