I'll be appearing at the IAJE in New York and the NAMM show in Anaheim over the next couple of weeks (along with some dealer appearances) and would very much...
... clarinet. ... Like some other posters, we use a mouthpiece arbour for clarinet mouthpieces in the shop all the time - for recorking. Since we use a machine...
My lovely wife, in an attempt to sterilize her old mpc, decided that a little boiling water was just the thing. The mouthpiece came out very mottled in color...
Your wife has also probably warped the facing. Hard rubber mouthpieces and heat do not work and play well together. After you have the facing checked, and...
Yes, a lot of substances will do this to hard rubber. You will also get this result from other disinfecting products like hydrogen peroxide and rubbing...
I am an instrument repair tech. I have joined this group and observed ans learned from all of the glorius discussions. If you have the knowledge and ability to...
Hello all, Apologies as usual if this has been gone over before, but what are your thoughts on cleaning mouthpieces with plain white vinegar? i let the ...
Vinegar is acidic, and easily dissolves the white calcified deposits from saliva. Ten to 30 minutes will usually dissolve calcium deposits. This may leave...
Try using a product called Kaboom, which is available in a big purple spray bottle. Spray it on the mouthpiece and then spray some in a shallow container that...
I lost the little ball-bearing tip for the dial gauge. (It vibrated off and disappeared while I was chamfering a sharp corner on the cut-down framing triangle...
I don't quite understand what you do with the live center? Could you elaborate, please? jeff ... with ... cork) is ... down ... sand ... band ... fit...
I just want to tell you that I also sendt a question to Vandoren Paris about this mouthpiece, and I have recieved a mail from Mr Laurent Sultan at Vandoren. He...
I am on an eternal search for a good rock & roll tenor saxophone mouthpiece....I prefer metal but hard rubber is ok too....The criteria is that it must be...
The Runyon Metal Smoothbore Spoiler models are good, reasonably priced, available in a wide range of tip openings, and will project well with a horn section or...
I used to struggle with this idea as well...that you need a 'special mouthpiece' for R&R. I played Jumbo Javas, Dukoffs, Ponzol, Berg /0, etc...in search of...
... In general, for rock and roll, you are looking for mouthpieces that have high stepped baffles - these play louder and with more edge. Some examples would...
Since I've got some great new models for you to play! <http://www.nationofmusic.com/ecommerce/> The Music Business is a cruel and shallow money trench, a long...
Hi saxman... I know there are on this site Runyon users... and I have only experienced a Quantum 10 spoiler. If you like a rowdy mouthpiece very noisy and full...
I recently picked up an older Brilhart Level-Aire mouthpiece(my first LA)and although I like it I find the height of the odd bite plate to be uncomfortable for...
You should be able to reshape it with medium coarse files and sandpaper. It will not effect the sound other than from your embouchure being a little more...
I've done just what you describe on those pieces. It doesn't hurt the piece but it may hurt the resale value. I used a file to shape the bite plate so it's...
Hi, Everyone! This is my first redo of a Dukoff, so I'd like some input from the group. The piece is marked: Super Power Chamber, Dukoff, Miami, Florida on...
... If a client wants it cleaned up, I'll use light grades of sandpaper. 220, 320, 400, then steel wool, then a polishing compound. ... This is cool: I use a...
The "Silverite" metal is very soft, like solder. It is easy to dent, and just using the glass gauge and feelers will mar the facing. Be aware of that and...
I find that I frequently need to use some type of magnification when working on mouthpieces. Some hands-free system (as opposed to a hand-held magnifying...
Uh, Dan, I have to admit.. my eyes aren't what they used to be either. I need more light and yes, some magification. I can't focus as close either. My eyes...
I use a circular flourescent type from Harbor Freight www.harborfreight.com That often goes on sale for $29.99 (reg price is $39.99 I believe) and the light...
Does anyone else use a jewelers eye loupe? They're available in a variety of magnifications, and are hands free, once you get the knack of gripping them in...
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