So how do you decide which type of gouging to use for a given batch of cane? Do you have to finish a reed completely and test its characteristics to decide which system to use for the rest of that batch?
Hi Yes, generally for a model I would make 5-10 reeds using my current setup and see how they turn out. If those on average felt very dark and ‘dumpf’ (Skinner terminology), or if I consistently had the tip opening I mentioned at the end of the video, then I would make 10 more reeds but with an eccentric gouge and see what happens. I hope that helps!
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Thank you for the Video Andrew!
My pleasure!
Very good explanation
Thanks for watching!
Another excellent video Andrew!!!
Thanks, Vincent!
So how do you decide which type of gouging to use for a given batch of cane? Do you have to finish a reed completely and test its characteristics to decide which system to use for the rest of that batch?
Hi Yes, generally for a model I would make 5-10 reeds using my current setup and see how they turn out. If those on average felt very dark and ‘dumpf’ (Skinner terminology), or if I consistently had the tip opening I mentioned at the end of the video, then I would make 10 more reeds but with an eccentric gouge and see what happens. I hope that helps!