Harp Tech Series
Sat, 01/28/2017 - 21:03
Hello Harp Techs
I recentlty reviewed No.5 Harp Tech Series and was pleased to see/hear the video content was relevant and timeless (the only exception was that now you can purchase the Richard Sleigh reed removal anvil).
David and I created seven Harp Tech Series, including:
- Getting to Know Your Harmonica
- Maintenance and Tools
- Tuning
- Reed Gapping
- Reed Replacement
- Reed Slot Sizing
- Sjoberg Harp Tuner
For those members not familar with the Harp Tech Studies, we encourage you to binge to your hearts delight ;o)
At the top of your screen, select EQUIPMENT, then scroll down to HARMONICAS ...
Your Harpsmith, Kinya
Sun, 02/26/2017 - 19:53
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Thank you Dave. I could not
Thank you Dave. I could not have written it any better than you ;o)
Your Harpsmith, Kinya
hi Kinya, I recall a proposal for another tech series; was it about converting marine band harps? I can't quite remember but I know it's in the back pages here.
Anyway, that's why I was drawn to this thread but not why I'm posting.
i wanted to say, I've been using the Sleigh reed anvil for around a year now. I have used it to replace well over 100 reeds, probably closer to 200.
Its so good to use, I am feeling let-down when I receive a job where I need to replace reeds using screws (e.g. Because a previous repair to same reed was made using screw fastener.)
sometimes it seems screws may allow for more precision in reed alignment, but I have not found that much of an issue.
To move a reed a little left or right, before setting the rivet I file the top of the rivet on an angle. Then when I set the rivet, the reed will move a little toward the high side.
maybe there are other ways to centre a reed while still fixing them with rivets. Richard says he has a 'big-ass piece of equipment' to do that, but he won't show it because he has sworn to keep it secret.
main thing is, the sleigh rivet anvil has been a great addition to my workshop. its paid its way for sure!
all the best!
dave