Bach 42: To counterweight or not to counterweight? That is the question...

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mrdeacon
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by mrdeacon »

Hey guys!

Yay or nay on a counter for a straight Bach 42?

I try not to use a counterweight if I don't have to but this guy is a little awkward. Different point of balance then I'm used to...
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Burgerbob
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by Burgerbob »

On a straight horn? No choice for me, weight every time.
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sirisobhakya
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by sirisobhakya »

Yes. No choice also.

I have tried a 42C with straight gooseneck and no counterweight. Very front-heavy to the point of uncomfortable. A straight 42 should be pretty much the same.
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whitbey
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by whitbey »

On my straight goose neck for my Edwards I put the counterweight on the horn brace rather then the tuning slide brace.

I had recently played with my CR valve with the studs and noticed the difference in each stud. So I tried several different placements. I found putting the counterweight closer to the neck pipe played better.

I would imagine that if one had different size counterweights to try, we would all be more familiar with the differences.