Custom key risers

[Stephen Howard]

Just to announce a new Handy Hints article - Custom key risers!

I came across a new product called Sugru - an easy-to-use silicone putty - and it seemed to me to be perfect for replacing those clunky push-on rubber risers.
So, I ran a few tests and created a guide:

http://www.shwoodwind.co.uk/HandyHints/key_risers.htm

Regards,

 

[griff136]

great article Steve

is this stuff available in the uk?

 

[jonf]

Brilliant article, and looks like a great product. I can think of several uses for it on my older saxes. I currently have the rubber key risers on my old Buesher True Tone sop and alto, as the palm keys are just too low for anyone with long fingers, and I made one using 'Instant Metal for the D key of my bari. Tiny left thumb rests on several horns as well. All could be fettled with this stuff.

BTW, Griff, it's sold from their websitye (hyperlink in Stephen's article) and they're based in London.

Jon

 

[Screamin Wind]

Grand find Steve!...:welldone

 

[h4yn0nnym0u5e]

Great find Steve - pity they've sold out...

The next thing is to find Urgus - then I can lower the palm keys on my tenor so #2 Son can play it

Cheers

Jonathan

 

[JasonC]

I've known about this stuff for ages but trying to get hold of any is nearly impossible! I've been on their mailing lists and all sorts but I keep missing out on the stuff.

I'd love to try this mod out so I'll keep trying to get hold of some some.

 

[kevgermany]

Just got an email today - first 75000 packs are available for shipping before 18 June:

https://sugru.com/buy/

 

[JasonC]

Just got an email today - first 75000 packs are available for shipping before 18 June:

https://sugru.com/buy/

Thanks for the heads up! I never received an email from them letting me know even though I subscribed.