[Harp-L] Re: embossing

[Ludo Beckers <ludobeckers@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Ron wrote: << U don't need to make cuts in a harp cover to open up the backs. I simply use a pair of pliers and the bending takes me about 15 seconds if i do it slowly. I can even do it without taking the covers off my SP20's, cept for the center post. <<A short while ago there was an extensive discussion on this topic, but my 
method is the fastest and easiest, imho.<<

 

Hi Ron

 

I do have to take off the coverplates, but simply use a small hammer and place the cover on a wooden surface. It goes smooth and fast.

(Ron again):<< Pls correct me if i'm wrong but.......I believe embossing close to the rivet to be a good way to start on your reedwork. <<

 

I don't agree; it is possible, but takes a lot more skill in curvatures/keeping straightness in the reeds. Best is to start out embossing two thirds towards the rivet, and as you get better at it, experiment your way (the whole reedlength) on written off harps at first. 


(Ron again):<< scooping is done on the reed plate at the end opposite the rivet. The purpose is to enable the reeds to respond when the gaps have been reduced to allow OB's. Another method is to file the corners of the free end of the reeds, altho to me, it seems that this would increase air leakage.


Actually both methods increase leakage, but that's not a problem because you can set a tighter gap like this. The main reason for scooping/chamfering (for me anyway) is to reduce the brightness caused by the embossing effect.

 

Ludo


		
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