The top bell key guard foot came unsoldered while Matt was in Grad School and it was poorly repaired, so he requested that we fix it during his Uberhaul.
Matt is going to get side C and Bb contacts. He requested that they match the Selmer high E contact.
We’re going to install expandable Teflon balls to either end of the octave rocker.
Matt’s hot new key contacts.
Ryan Walker is being extra-careful while dry-fitting Matt Hess’ horn… I hear Matt can’t wait to get his hands on Ryan’s Bari next.
Real dry-fitting. Orienting the Low B pad cup.
The ugly spot is gone!
Matt’s new key contacts in action!
And Matt’s horn is all finished! Here’s a nice shot of the new bell key pads.
