teflon

[Vince Mrykalo]

> There _are_ benefits to the teflon bushing,The centers can be fit with close to
> zero measureable friction, yet have essentially no play and little flex. This
> arrangement is the
> ultimate for power transfer and minimum energy loss, although setting the
> friction that low (especially with massive hammers) presents problems in
> regulation.
> Don Mannino RPT
> 74473.624


I thought to have a certain amount of friction is of great importance
to the tone of the instrument (i.e. Rick Baldassin's and Chris
Robinson's class on friction).

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