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Monthly Archives: March 2021

  1. Can I Play With A Chipped Reed?

    Posted: March 01, 2021

    You can play on a chipped reed if it's not chipped too bad. But, the damage to the reed will affect the sound. It is not advisable to use chipped reeds because in some cases, it will destroy the sound of your reed instrument or it will be completely unplayable.

    It is normal for a reed to expire. Most reeds have a lifespan of 1 week to 1 month, depending on how often you use it and how well you take care of it. Reeds will most commonly chip or worse, crack, among the beginners. Chipping in a reed is one of the signs that you may need to replace your reed. 

    Some players will use chipped reeds but checking the extent of the chipped area is a must. If the center of the tip is chipped, expect for a worse performance of the reed. If it is chipped in the corner, you could use it a little while longer but you might have a hard time on achieving your desired sound.

    There are remedies that might help you extend the life of your chipped reed a little longer. You could

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