christianb
1 post
Aug 31, 2013
8:04 AM
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Hi there,
New to this forum - first post. I have just bought a Thunderbird low C and I have a really annoying high-pitched tinkly sound on the 2 draw. Sounds like a fairy is ringing a microscopic bell somewhere.
I know it's not the reed hitting the case as I have put a piece of paper in between reed and case and it still sounds.
I can, of course, send it back but thought I'd ask on here to see if anyone knows what this is and maybe there is a quick fix.
Thanks!
C
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Kingley
3083 posts
Aug 31, 2013
8:10 AM
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Check the reed and make sure it's centered in the slot properly. There could also be a small burr on the reed slot. Hopefully some of the harp customisers will be along soon and have some other suggestions, just in case mine don't do the trick.
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christianb
2 posts
Aug 31, 2013
8:11 AM
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Many thanks, Kingley.
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Pistolcat
515 posts
Aug 31, 2013
9:12 AM
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I second Kingley's diagnosis and suggestion for treatment. :)
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christianb
3 posts
Aug 31, 2013
11:55 AM
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Thanks too, Pistolcat. I will begin to tinker!
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nacoran
7086 posts
Aug 31, 2013
6:56 PM
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I third the advice. It sounds like (metaphorically speaking, since there is no sound sample) it's either a reed off center or a burr. Probably off center.
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the_happy_honker
162 posts
Aug 31, 2013
11:24 PM
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Also make sure the reed at the rivet end is flush with the reed plate. If it is raised even the slightest, give the rivet a little tap with a hammer.
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christianb
4 posts
Sep 01, 2013
7:48 AM
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Thanks all - I am about to deconstruct it!
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nacoran
7089 posts
Sep 01, 2013
10:47 AM
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Oh, and welcome to the forum! :)
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