Bending device for restoring the playability of saxophone reeds

Abstract

Bending device for restoring the playability of saxophone reeds, characterized in that the reed (1) is clamped in a holding device (2), similar to the fixation on a saxophone mouthpiece, and rests on an elastic spring tongue (3), wherein the spring tongue has a deflection / bend in the area as in the mouthpiece facing towards the reed tip, which is generated by an adjusting element (4) pressing on the underside of the spring tongue (3), or by an adjusting element pulling in the bending direction (not shown in the drawing), so that the reed is bent in the opposite direction to the usual playing stress by the bending deflection of the spring tongue.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to the field of musical instrument accessories, in particular a device for the mechanical processing of wooden reeds of all sizes for saxophones and similar woodwind instruments. Description of previous circumstances

[0002] Saxophonists have long known that the lifespan of saxophone reeds—especially wooden ones—is quite limited. Even after a short period of use, noticeable changes appear in the reed's response, vibration, and playability, resulting in reduced responsiveness, an uneven tone, and increased playing effort. The reed reaches the end of its lifespan relatively quickly.

[0003] The main cause lies in the gradual deformation! Bending, distortion of the blade, due to the constant lip pressure of the player.

[0004] Existing tools for extending service life cannot solve the main problem.

[0005] The object of the invention is to provide a device with which worn reeds can be restored to a playable condition. This significantly extends the lifespan of the reeds and improves their responsiveness without the need for a new purchase. Bending device for restoring the playability of saxophone reeds

[0006] The bending device according to the invention consists of: • A holding device for securely fixing the saxophone reed along its longitudinal axis, • an individually adjustable bending segment that allows stepless counter-bending of the blade, • a manual adjustment unit for precise control of the bending angle / bending strength.

[0007] The reed is clamped into the device and processed by controlled bending in the opposite direction of the original playing stress. This restores the flatness of the reed's underside, as it typically is with a new reed. Advantages of the invention • Restoring the reed's responsiveness / playability and sound quality • Extending the service life of leaves • Individual calibration depending on the condition and type of leaf • Resource conservation and cost savings through reuse • Easy to use for musicians

Claims

[1] Bending device for restoring the playability of saxophone reeds, characterized by , that the reed (1) is clamped in a holding device (2), similar to the fixation on a saxophone mouthpiece, and rests on an elastic spring tongue (3), wherein the spring tongue has a deflection / bend in the area as in the mouthpiece path towards the reed tip, which is generated by an adjusting element (4) pressing on the underside of the spring tongue (3), or by an adjusting element pulling in the bending direction (not shown in the drawing), so that the reed is bent in the opposite direction to the usual playing stress by the bending deflection of the spring tongue. [2] Device according to claim 1, characterized by , that the deflection / bending of the spring tongue (3) is continuously and individually adjustable to allow a counter-bending adapted to the condition and type of the respective leaf. [3] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the spring tongue (3) is made of an elastic metal, plastic, etc., which has a defined restoring force and allows controlled bending.

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