Re: Chromatic and air

[Mike Curtis <wd6ehr@xxxxxxxxxx>]

> 
> I am getting a little tired of gasping for air midway through a song I
> can sucessfully play on the diatonic. I obviously need better control
> when using the chromatic. I remember someone mentioning "biting the harp
> to cut off air"?  Is this a technique that would help me? Any more details
> on it would be appreciated along with any other tips. Thank goodness for
> windsavers too!

Most chromatics I've tried are wind hogs.  The CX-12 is a notable exception. 
In fact, I have to be careful not to choke mine off with too much air.


 -- mike