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Forums :: Ask Harp Tech Expert Kinya Pollard

Zero-Point too tight OTB

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Fri, 03/20/2015 - 09:04
stevetech
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Hi Kinya,

 

I'm made an attempt to gap my Special 20 (pre progressive, with the larger screws, key of A) and found that the zero-point was quite tight.  I couldn't get my .002 gauge near the end of the reed.

 

In that case would you suggest attempting to open up the zero-point, or just let it lie?

 

Thanks,

 

Steve

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Fri, 03/20/2015 - 18:39
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Like Paul said, "Let it

Like Paul said, "Let it Be"

For softer players, I'll set the Zero Point at about .001"

Your Harpsmith, Kinya

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Sun, 03/22/2015 - 07:19
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Thanks Kinya

That was my gut feeling...thanks for the help.

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Mon, 03/23/2015 - 08:42
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Thanx Steve! Your Harpsmith,

Thanx Steve!

Your Harpsmith, Kinya

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