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Man Of Constant Sorrow Heavyweight Member
Joined: 25 Jun 2023 Posts: 505
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Posted: Thu Apr 04, 2024 1:37 pm Post subject: |
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Lou really did not define exactly what it was that turned him off on the FeatherTouch valves. (telephone conversation ... we never met in-person).
He more-or-less made a vocalized, "Ugh", without elaborating, and seemed anxious to move on. _________________ Sub-Optimal Hillbilly Jazz |
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ConnArtist Heavyweight Member
Joined: 20 Mar 2008 Posts: 2833 Location: La-la Land (corner of 13th and 13th)
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Posted: Thu Apr 04, 2024 3:28 pm Post subject: |
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Well, there’s no accounting for taste. Though I’m sure he had his reasons, and based on a wealth of experience for sure. _________________ "Stomvi" PhrankenPhlugel w/ Blessing copper bell
1958 Conn 18A cornet
1962 Conn 9A cornet (yes, the Unicorn )
Reynolds Onyx cornet
c. 1955? Besson 10-10 trumpet
1939 Martin Imperial Handcraft “Model 37”
1986 Bach Strad 37 ML |
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Getzen Heavyweight Member
Joined: 25 Feb 2004 Posts: 1948
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Posted: Fri Apr 05, 2024 7:49 am Post subject: |
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My comment about the Roller Bearing being impractical was two fold. First, they were, at the time, costly to make. I'm sure that is the primary reason why they were abandoned. Second, they were prone to malfunction if not kept clean. That tiny roller ball could easily get clogged up with all the gunk that collects in a valve section. Back in my playing days i used a few different Super Deluxes a lot without any problems. But horn maintenance was a pretty big deal in our house. Based on what I have seen, not every player is as diligent... especially younger players.
I loved the Roller Bearings, but I can't imagine doing it today. Based on how many comments I have heard about the hassle of maintaining Amado waterkeys over the years, I can't imagine the complaints of having to keep the bearings clean and oiled. _________________ Brett Getzen
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