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Notes on all sorts of horn equipment problems and fixing them

Ask Dave: “How Should I Clean a Smelly Old Horn and...

James asks: I recently purchased an old 1960's Contempora online. However, both the horn and the case look like they haven't been touched since the...

Ask Dave: Clanking Parts and the Valve Levers

Bruce B. asks:   Following up on your article on clanking valves. My horn (Holton 179, early 90s vintage) will clank if I am careless...

Ask Dave: What Can I Do About a Horn that Plays...

Eric J asks: I recently bought a new horn about two months ago. Everything is in working order, great sound, projection, ergonomic, light, just a...

Ask Dave: How Can I Improve My Grip?

Ginger asks: Dave, I've been having a hard time with my left hand grip.  My horn came prepared for a huge hand and mine is...

Ask Dave: When is a Small Dent Considered Serious?

Mark K. asks: When is a dent in the tubing considered serious enough to affect the playing qualities of a horn? Does the location of...

Ask Dave: Slide Grease Residue and Finding a Competent Repair Technician

I can only say, "Wow!"  When I suggested that my repair articles become an "Ask Dave" feature, I had no idea that I'd get...

Ask Dave: “Why Do Valves Clank?”

K asks, "Why do valves clank and what can be done about them?' * * * Dave replies:  Valves clank because something is loose. The loose parts...

How to Test a Different Leadpipe on your Horn

Among horns I have owned over the years I have tried and changed several leadpipes. A change of leadpipe continues to be a popular...

Ask Dave: Water Keys 102

So, you decided to install a water key or two or three on your horn. You just take it to your technician and say, "Put...

PSA: How to Position a Hand Strap on your Left Hand

At least a half dozen or so times I have seen horn students use a strap-on type hand strap but position it incorrectly. This...
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