Re: [Harp-L] The comb materials debate

[joe leone <3n037@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Sep 3, 2010, at 7:26 PM, H.T. wrote:
> Same things would apply to cover plate materials: Anyone ever try  
> lining them with felt? I would expect that a felt lined cover plate  
> or a styrofoam comb would sound like crap.
>
> Harry

 I have used 1/16" (1.5mm) felt or foam inside Hering 64 covers. It  
helps tame the 'bite' that Herings are notorious for. They then sound  
close to a Hohner 64. I have also used duct tape, surgical tape,  
blotter paper, tin foil, naugahyde, rubber (from a hot water bottle),  
hypalon, flannel, and on and on. They all had an effect more or less.  
Most weren't worth the trouble. I currently use the foam only on my  
Herings.

smo-joe