Gapping and tuning approach
Mon, 08/31/2015 - 11:35
Hi Kynya! I wondered what was your approach with regards to tuning and gapping, i.e. should one come first or it does not matter, can we skip one (like only tune and be fine) or are both required. I ask because I have Richerd Sleigh book in which he really insists on the importance of "shaping" the reed (adjusting the curve), then adjusting the offset of the reed BEFORE tuning. Do you see things the same way?
Tue, 09/01/2015 - 08:07
#2
Makes it clear!
Thanks Kinya. That's what I thought, but in the video series, although it's a great one, you don't address this, and since the tuning one comes first, one might logically conclude, that this step should also come first.
Tue, 09/01/2015 - 17:23
#3
Ah so ... good call.
Your
Ah so ... good call.
Your Harpsmith, Kinya
Hello Stef, it's good to hear from you.
Yes, Richard, myself, and most harp techs see it that way. Reeds are spring metal that can be fussy when handled--e.g. reed shaping (gapping, curling, profiling). Do yourself a favor and shape first, then tune. You'll thank me in the morning ;o)
Your Harpsmith, Kinya