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December 15, 2006
Utaguchi Repairs
Lots of utaguchi action at Yung Flutes this week.
Here is a simple on. This fine instrument had a ding on the edge. It was tiny and one could argue whether it has any technical affect on the playability.
However, anyone looking down the barrel at this would sure find it difficult to enjoy playing!
First, because it so tiny, I want to be careful so as not to do too much. Every little thing affects how it'll respond.
Masking off the are helps me work locally when applying my mixture of bamboo dust and CA glue.
This helps prevent scratching if my sand papaer slips..
With one new coat of urushi The owner said it plays exactly the same as before.
I've worked quite a few Gyoksui flutes before. He's a fine maker.
Until next time, watch out for the nuts.
Namaste, Perry
Posted by Perry Yung at December 15, 2006 10:26 PM