Hey guys!
Yay or nay on a counter for a straight Bach 42?
I try not to use a counterweight if I don't have to but this guy is a little awkward. Different point of balance then I'm used to...
Bach 42: To counterweight or not to counterweight? That is the question...
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Bach 42: To counterweight or not to counterweight? That is the question...
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Re: Bach 42: To counterweight or not to counterweight? That is the question...
On a straight horn? No choice for me, weight every time.
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Re: Bach 42: To counterweight or not to counterweight? That is the question...
Yes. No choice also.
I have tried a 42C with straight gooseneck and no counterweight. Very front-heavy to the point of uncomfortable. A straight 42 should be pretty much the same.
I have tried a 42C with straight gooseneck and no counterweight. Very front-heavy to the point of uncomfortable. A straight 42 should be pretty much the same.
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Re: Bach 42: To counterweight or not to counterweight? That is the question...
On my straight goose neck for my Edwards I put the counterweight on the horn brace rather then the tuning slide brace.
I had recently played with my CR valve with the studs and noticed the difference in each stud. So I tried several different placements. I found putting the counterweight closer to the neck pipe played better.
I would imagine that if one had different size counterweights to try, we would all be more familiar with the differences.
I had recently played with my CR valve with the studs and noticed the difference in each stud. So I tried several different placements. I found putting the counterweight closer to the neck pipe played better.
I would imagine that if one had different size counterweights to try, we would all be more familiar with the differences.
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Edwards brass bell 547/562
Edwards Jazz w/ Ab valve 500"/.508"
Markus Leuchter Alto Trombone
Bass Bach 50 Bb/F/C dependent.
Cerveny oval euphonium
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