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by jazaddict
(41 posts)
19 years ago

Down side of bending my octave key?

I got this new Antigua soprano, and I really like it, but the octave key travel is too far down "the other" side of the thumb button. I find it difficult to keep pressed when I'm using the palm keys D-F (F# & G). So I'm thinkin about putting a cloth on the key, getting a pair of pliers (gulp), and bending the octave key up and left so that my thumb can get to it easier. At first I was gonna glue a half-moon of cork...and I still might....but then I thought of this bending thing. I'm not worried about re-sale value of a modified horn, just the ergonomic or mechanical repercussions. Anybody do this? ANy suggestions?

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  2. by connsaxman_jim
    (2336 posts)
    19 years ago

    Re: Down side of bending my octave key?

    I'd be careful, especially with an Antigua, although I think their keys are stronger than many others. I've done this with other horns without any problems.

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    1. by jazaddict
      (41 posts)
      19 years ago

      Re: Down side of bending my octave key?

      What brand of horns did you modifiy, and where on the horn were your modifications? I've been looking at it....I think I can get it where I want it without damaging anything. I'll most likely remove the octave key first to prevent undo stress on posts & such.

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      1. by connsaxman_jim
        (2336 posts)
        19 years ago

        Re: Down side of bending my octave key?

        I've modified the left hand D, Eb, and F keys on an older Conn New Wonder Series I alto.

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