In a message dated 1/20/2008 8:23:19 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What am I to do about this? Which is right, which is wrong, and what, if anything, should I do, assuming I wish to continue to use this same mouthpiece on both horns. Hi Steve, How far the MPC goes into the receiver is not as important as where the end of the MPC is relative to the venturi. The location of the venturi can be located using small hole gauges or by having your local repair person finding it for you. I'd mark the location on the leadpipe with a small file. Most of my horns have this mark because a "standard" shank goes in various receivers from 1/4" on a Berg to over 3/4" on a Kruspe. I don't get concerned unless the end of the shank is more than 1/8" from the venturi. BTW, there may be more info in the email archives on this topic. Regarding lipping ... I play 2nd horn most of the time and I find that I am constantly changing pitch to match the 1st horn or other instruments. Pitch varies depending on others idea of 440 and where you fit in a chord. It keeps the lip and the right hand busy. My poor endurance is, I'm sure, age related. ....... my 2 cents worth. Regards, Jerry in Kansas City **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 _______________________________________________ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
