[Harp-L] (no subject)

[mik jagger <harpomatic@xxxxxxxxx>]

Just re-watched the 11:36 vid by Brendan - he only mentions that "his" history with the "revolutionary" design goes back to 1989, of which he'll talk about in his "other" video. That leads less informed viewer to believe that he is the inventor of the design. Misleading allusions, nowhere in the vid any credit is given to Epping or Scarlett. Brendan is a great customizer - I can personally attest to that, having one of his harps - reeds are amazing, due to whatever magic Mr. Power does to them. Further, I assume Mr. Power is a decent man - but the opening statements about the "revolutionary new" design in his video contribute to the "ignorance' of the subject, even if only "unintentionally".


> Boys!
> I believe in the introduction of the SUB 30 .....if memory serves it was
> Brendan that explained that several people had gone down the 30/40 road and
> that Epping had filed a patent application ..expired.
>
> Suzuki used it's resource's to push forward.....just business.
> But it appeared credit was publicly given too the early efforts of others.
>
> Wouldn't be surprised that a Dutchman was messing with that idea in his
> work shop back in the 30's
> Forgetaboutit !
>
> Mike Wilbur