Re: [Harp-L] Gapping for overblows - rephrased

[Pierre <slavio@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I re-phrased my post:

I'm trying to optimize my harp OB harp setup so the reeds are more
responsive.

The main problem I am trying to cure is that when I overblow the 4 hole say,
the hole is slow to sound. The feeling I get is that the hole feels blocked,
by increasing the pressure I can force the overblow to sound but it causes a
delay. Also it make it very difficult to play overblow/blow sequences.

I can only imagine the blocked feeling is caused by both the blow and the
draw reeds being choked simultaneously. Is this possible? and which reed
needs to be adjusted in this case and in what direction?

Note: I use my diaphram when I OB, my 6 hole OB is excellent (well good
enough for now) so I suspect its more of a gap setup problem than technique.

By the way, Tinus's makes the following statement on his web site:

Tinus: I have found that I get the best result when the reed is dipped
slightly at the point where it leaves the plate, near the rivet, and comes
up straight after that.

 I would like opinions on this statement. I guess dipping the reed is good
to reduce leakage, but does it have a downside in terms of responsiveness?

Thanks,

Pierre.