Troubleshooting HB

Apply more pressure to the reed

Apply more pressure to the reed

1. Try a new reed as yours may be chipped or unnoticeably broken
2. Make sure bottom teeth are not directly making contact with reed
3. The bottom lip needs to be over the bottom teeth

Place less mouthpiece in mouth

Take more mouthpiece into mouth

1. Take in more mouthpiece
2. If this does not resolve your issue, ignore this step and try the next troubleshooting tip

1. Add less pressure to the reed
2. The reed may not be the correct strength
3. Try a lower number like a 2 ½ if using a 3

1. Add less pressure to the reed
2. The reed may not be the correct strength
3. Try a lower number like a 2 ½ if using a 3

Not enough pressure on the reed

Many of your issues will be resolved by consistent practice over a week or two. If your issues have not been resolved by then, revisit this section. If you are still having trouble, feel free to send me an email.