Posted by TubaDude on December 01, 2002 at 13:32:14:
In Reply to: Re: Re: Clash of the miraphones posted by Nope... on November 30, 2002 at 23:04:23:
I do agree that both types of valves will fail if the operator doesn't maintain the instrument properly.
I should have said that there are far fewer steps involved in the operation of piston valve versus rotors. Correct my if I'm wrong, but:
Rotary valves:
1. Push down on valve paddle.
2. Paddle mechanism pushes push rod.
3. Push rod rotates valve 90 degrees.
Piston valves:
1. Push down on valve button.
I guess you could say the operation of piston valves is less complex then the operation of rotary valves.