[Aldon Sanders]

The resistance doesn’t bother me at all. In fact, I like it.

I played alto sax in the Army for 4 years and was a brass player in my youth so I barely notice the resistance.

I do find that it helps with my air efficiency though, meaning I can play longer phrases without needing to take a breath. It also makes me feel more intimately connected to the instrument, as if I have finer control over the sound with less effort than the 37D and 32D
takes.

[Aldon Sanders]

OP here.

I’ll add that the body of the ERD is finished with a grippier surface than both the 32D and 37D, and is nicer to hold and fingerprint proof. The top surface has the usual shiny finish.

I’m a fan of the textured/matte look.

Also, I happen to really like the gig-bag it comes with. It’s stiff enough to protect against dings, bumps and bangs.

[Aldon Sanders]

Wow Melodica-Me, your craftsmanship is marvelous! Your playing is so sensual!

After I watched your video I played through the tune a couple of times myself and will be adding it to my repertoire!

I have a couple of questions for you:

– Does the lever you operate with your left hand allow you to fine-tune the pitch of any given note as you play?

– Have you disclosed on Melodica World how this lever works? I am very curious as it would solve a lot of intonation problems while playing with other musicians.

– Have you patented it? You should.

Thanks for posting this!

Looking forward to your response.

Aldon

[Aldon Sanders]

Thanks for your input Alan.

I really appreciate it.

I’ll stick with the 32D and look at spending money on a different model in the future.

[Aldon Sanders]

I enjoyed that.

Very nice playing!

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