@Musique3579 yeah, that or just taking a very thin piece of paper (5 pound notes are the best if you live in the uk) and dragging it through the tongue of the reed. This dislodges dirt very well from the place where it affects the pitch most.
@Musique3579 Infact I've heard that it's best not to attack the metal at all unless entirely necessary. Reeds rarely go out of tune unless they have been damaged in some way, which can't easily happen because they are in sealed chamber. Usually they just need thorough cleaning after years of sitting around gathering dust and grime.
@jawdust3 There are opinions about this from what you said to Ultrasonic Cleaning is best. Because I have a Piano Tuners background, I have yet to find a Reed Organ that was in tune after cleaning for the very reason I stated in this video. But, it took so many years to bring a Reed to this state. You must have lucked-out big time on whatever instruments you have found. Once in a while I have come across one that just needs a little "touch-up." But usually, it is a mess. Alas, my tuners ear.
you run one of the most quality channels here on youtube. your videos are either very interesting like this one or wonderful like the ones where you play your organs. every morning when i wake up i look at your channel first to start my day good - i thank you so much for your great job!!
btw: an old harmonium maker told me, that when you scraped to much brass off the reeds, you can fix it by adding a little bit of hard wax
@shabbesgoj Wow, what a very special compliment. Thank you very much. How interesting about using Hard Wax if too much is scraped off the reed. I am sure this is probably a last resort thing, but at least the old reed is still able to play. With all good wishes-
@Musique3579 Very courageous lesson! I feel more confident to try it myself now!
Regarding the wax. The technical manuals for Wurlitzer electric pianos which use somewhat similar reeds although they are struck instead of air blown recommend using beeswax for fine tuning.
@pumpingprog I use the Beeswax before insering the reed back into its cell. They can sometimes be quite nasty to get out 1st time around. Here is a very good idea for anyone who doesn't want to tune the whole instrument, and it will still sound well. Just pick out the notes that are furthest off and use the Sandpaper method. It will give you a fine up-grade of sounding much better.
...yet another quality video from you Justin...thanks so much. Now all I have to do is find a 150 year old harmonium to restore...lol. Not likely in the state of Arizona. But if I do I have all your great instructions to rely on...thanks for all the hard work kind sir...
@Enofrappini YES.............there WAS a Harmonium for sale in your state about 4 months ago and the seller was mistaken and thought it was just a normal Pump Organ. The advt. was ong the "Craigslist." I seem to remember the price was something like 195.00 they were asking. It looked really good too! Thanks for the comment and hope you had a nice day.
@tentreb You are most welcome and thank you ever so much for the comment. Now, if I can ONLY "De-mystify" what ever happened to my brains, that will be a reall accomplishment. LOL As always, so good hearing from you.
Wow, very nice tip to post a video ! With your clear explanation the subject was treated easily, I would say that everyone would feel confident to try it after this video. Thank you again !
@dibfranciss Hi! :-) Glad you liked this video and I only hope that some people that see this will not continue to resort to those destructive Reed Scrapers..............."unless" they REALLY KNOW what they are doing. Take care-
Justin~
ps: Future Organ technique lesson WILL appear. Sorry it has been so long.
@Musique3579 Dear Justin, yes, you're right. It should be a dream to find a reed organ for sale here in Brazil, then to practice a restoration task after this very nice tuning lesson.
OK, still waiting for another reed organ lesson ! I am doing some progress here with my Shoninger, and your video has been of great help !! Take care !
@dibfranciss How I wish you had as many available as there are around here. Hundreds for sure and rarely a buyer. 99% need restoration and some people even give them away. So glad to hear of progress on the Shoninger. That is a great instrument you have. I will be glad when able to get the next Reed Organ lesson posted. All the best-
@1AGRIPPINA Hi Sweetie! :-) Justin owes you an email and it will be tomorrow for sure. Sometimes I burn the candle at too many ends at once. (I'll never learn.) LOL
you can also bathe the reeds in meths to remove dirt, that is often the easiest way as you can do them all in one go.
jawdust3 1 month ago
@jawdust3 Thanks. Never heard of that way before. I'll try it on my next "find," whenever that is.
Musique3579 1 month ago
@Musique3579 yeah, that or just taking a very thin piece of paper (5 pound notes are the best if you live in the uk) and dragging it through the tongue of the reed. This dislodges dirt very well from the place where it affects the pitch most.
jawdust3 1 month ago
@jawdust3 I do this. Thanks.
Musique3579 1 month ago
@Musique3579 Infact I've heard that it's best not to attack the metal at all unless entirely necessary. Reeds rarely go out of tune unless they have been damaged in some way, which can't easily happen because they are in sealed chamber. Usually they just need thorough cleaning after years of sitting around gathering dust and grime.
jawdust3 1 month ago
@jawdust3 There are opinions about this from what you said to Ultrasonic Cleaning is best. Because I have a Piano Tuners background, I have yet to find a Reed Organ that was in tune after cleaning for the very reason I stated in this video. But, it took so many years to bring a Reed to this state. You must have lucked-out big time on whatever instruments you have found. Once in a while I have come across one that just needs a little "touch-up." But usually, it is a mess. Alas, my tuners ear.
Musique3579 1 month ago
Interesting stuff, its always good to learn how other instruments work. :)
PhilTheMetalhead 1 month ago
you run one of the most quality channels here on youtube. your videos are either very interesting like this one or wonderful like the ones where you play your organs. every morning when i wake up i look at your channel first to start my day good - i thank you so much for your great job!!
btw: an old harmonium maker told me, that when you scraped to much brass off the reeds, you can fix it by adding a little bit of hard wax
shabbesgoj 1 month ago 2
@shabbesgoj Wow, what a very special compliment. Thank you very much. How interesting about using Hard Wax if too much is scraped off the reed. I am sure this is probably a last resort thing, but at least the old reed is still able to play. With all good wishes-
Justin~
Musique3579 1 month ago
@Musique3579 Very courageous lesson! I feel more confident to try it myself now!
Regarding the wax. The technical manuals for Wurlitzer electric pianos which use somewhat similar reeds although they are struck instead of air blown recommend using beeswax for fine tuning.
pumpingprog 1 month ago
@pumpingprog I use the Beeswax before insering the reed back into its cell. They can sometimes be quite nasty to get out 1st time around. Here is a very good idea for anyone who doesn't want to tune the whole instrument, and it will still sound well. Just pick out the notes that are furthest off and use the Sandpaper method. It will give you a fine up-grade of sounding much better.
Musique3579 1 month ago
...yet another quality video from you Justin...thanks so much. Now all I have to do is find a 150 year old harmonium to restore...lol. Not likely in the state of Arizona. But if I do I have all your great instructions to rely on...thanks for all the hard work kind sir...
Enofrappini 1 month ago
@Enofrappini YES.............there WAS a Harmonium for sale in your state about 4 months ago and the seller was mistaken and thought it was just a normal Pump Organ. The advt. was ong the "Craigslist." I seem to remember the price was something like 195.00 they were asking. It looked really good too! Thanks for the comment and hope you had a nice day.
Justin~
Musique3579 1 month ago
Thanks for that, Justin. De-mystifying the inner workings of the reed organ.
tentreb 1 month ago
@tentreb You are most welcome and thank you ever so much for the comment. Now, if I can ONLY "De-mystify" what ever happened to my brains, that will be a reall accomplishment. LOL As always, so good hearing from you.
Justin~
Musique3579 1 month ago
Wow, very nice tip to post a video ! With your clear explanation the subject was treated easily, I would say that everyone would feel confident to try it after this video. Thank you again !
dibfranciss 1 month ago
@dibfranciss Hi! :-) Glad you liked this video and I only hope that some people that see this will not continue to resort to those destructive Reed Scrapers..............."unless" they REALLY KNOW what they are doing. Take care-
Justin~
ps: Future Organ technique lesson WILL appear. Sorry it has been so long.
Musique3579 1 month ago
@Musique3579 Dear Justin, yes, you're right. It should be a dream to find a reed organ for sale here in Brazil, then to practice a restoration task after this very nice tuning lesson.
OK, still waiting for another reed organ lesson ! I am doing some progress here with my Shoninger, and your video has been of great help !! Take care !
dibfranciss 1 month ago
@dibfranciss How I wish you had as many available as there are around here. Hundreds for sure and rarely a buyer. 99% need restoration and some people even give them away. So glad to hear of progress on the Shoninger. That is a great instrument you have. I will be glad when able to get the next Reed Organ lesson posted. All the best-
Justin~
Musique3579 1 month ago
How very interesting !!!
Hugs
xxx
1AGRIPPINA 1 month ago
@1AGRIPPINA Hi Sweetie! :-) Justin owes you an email and it will be tomorrow for sure. Sometimes I burn the candle at too many ends at once. (I'll never learn.) LOL
love
Justin~
xoxo
Musique3579 1 month ago