Help #2 latex thickness and layering

[jwhunter]

I'd like to hear your advice on latex thickness and layering 2 and 3 reed calls.

so let's say I am making a 3 reed call...are you using the same thickness for each reed or are you using a specific thickness for the top reed like .004 and using .003 for the second and third reed. I know I need to experiment with what will work best for me but some help would be nice before I waist a bunch of material. i am very green when it come to call making.

thanks
John

[GobbleNut]

(I put this in the general forum topic, as well....)

Combinations of .003 and proph (.0025) seem to consistently work best for me and for those I make calls for.  The thicker latex never seems to produce the same sound quality, although I am sure there are callers out there that prefer .004 and thicker.  For the "average caller", however, I think using .003 and proph combinations is the way to start off.  You should plan on experimenting with the thicker latex though,...just to see how it works for you. 

I like .003 layering for both two and three-reed calls with reed backsets of 1/8" +-.  .003 over proph can be just as good.  Reed cuts are equally or more important, as well.  Keep your cuts to the longest (sound) reed initially.  Also, I suggest moving your reed cuts to different locations along the reed when cutting your calls to find your "sweet spot". 

[jwhunter]

For the "average caller", however, I think using .003 and proph combinations".
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Proph combinations ? Newbie here

[jwhunter]

Gobblenut can we have a phone conversation about this is like to talk to someone about it

Pm me please

[GobbleNut]

Gobblenut can we have a phone conversation about this is like to talk to someone about it

Pm me please

...done....