Re: [Harp-L] Comb material -WOODY

[Philharpn@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 3/31/2005 4:15:14 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
tonyrenshaw@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:  
"Sensational comment pending:
I need convincing that there is anything in the idea that the material a 
comb is made from will greatly effect the sound, as I believe the fingers 
of the comb, being similar size  in sectional area compared to the voids 
they create, inflexible, and simply making up the sidewalls of the sound 
chambers with a slot and reed as the only escape for airflow, can have any 
effect on the tone of the note. 
"So, all you guys out there including my very experienced teacher who believe 
wood is the only option ... please explain yourselves at your leisure."

SIMPLE ANSWER. I JUST LOVE THE TASTE OF WOOD.