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Free Sample Lessons
After watching the BluesHarmonica.com overview video, try one of the lessons below to experience a lesson at BluesHarmonica.com.
- Tongue Blocking Study 2 – This study is for the newer player or the player new to tongue blocking
- Bending Study 5 – This is for the advanced player looking to improve their bending skills
Hey Taylor
All mechanical devices--from toasters to Corvettes--have optimal tolerances between two surfaces. If too close, the moving part will stick, too far and efficiency will be lost.
The tighter you can close the gap between the swinging reed and stable reed plate, the less air will be required to vibrate the reed. This means it will require less effort for you to control your instrument--especially volume and bends.
If you have already experienced the euphoria of playing a harmonica with properly gapped free end reeds, just imagine how amazing life can be with an-even-more responsive harmonica ... well that would be setting the Zero Point.
Your Harpsmith,
Kinya