softer valve springs


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Posted by ken k on June 26, 2000 at 22:13:03:

Hello everyone, I am presently borrowing a new King 2341(?-4 valved upright bell) which was just purchased by the HS in the school district where I teach. I am "breaking it in" over the summer, so to speak.
After playing the horn for about a half hour my right hand and fore arm are killing me. The valve springs on this thing are like automobile springs! I swear it is like using a hand exerciser! What would be a good substitute for the original springs?
The horn plays pretty darn well. I love the sound it gets. The valves need to be cleaned out a little more to get rid of the occasional drag, but I think they should be fine with softer springs. Any suggestions?
thanks, ken k



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