RE: [Harp-L] harp repair jon

["MLeFree" <mlefree@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jon Harl wrote:
> Tom: I know you said you're experienced with gapping. My only guess
> at this point is the gaps are too low and when you really lean into
> the harp the reed stalls. I think you said it happened during
> performance and now your telling me it's associated with Magic Dick
> songs. During a Magic Dick song I assume your very intense leading to
> the hard blowing. Try raising the gaps a little at a time.

I think you're spot on here, Jon. Gaps too tight; reeds choke, especially on
hard playing. I'd add that the symptom of the reeds quitting after being
played a little while and then working again when they are played for the
next gig also fits the tight gap diagnosis. My theory there is that the
reeds/reedplates pick up condensation or saliva which have just enough
surface tension to effectively tighten the gaps even more than when they're
dry. Then after the affected harp dries off, the problematic reeds work
until they get wet again. Lie I said, a theory.

Widen those gaps up a tad, Tom, and all will be well. I jist betchya.

Michelle