Larry wrote:"This gizmo then becomes a simulated bell ring that can be used to test an un-cut horn to estimate the horn's playing characteristics with the bell ring. It would be nice to be able to go into a shop with one's horn and have a simulated ring put on to test play the horn before making the decision to cut. Whadda think?"
Problems - 9 times out of ten the main bell brace will be in the way. This brace usually has to be cut and fit when converting. And, you'd need several tapers to fit different bells. And, just adding mass to bell without actually soldering it in place might be a problem, too. OTOH, it is an interesting concept, and probably worth a think or two. I've heard stories of Warren Deck putting duct tape around his bell to similate a tuba bell ring in place. ROLLS and ROLLS of it! -- *Regards, Dave Weiner Brass Arts Unlimited* _______________________________________________ post: [email protected] unsubscribe or set options at https://pegasus.memphis.edu/cgi-bin/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
