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

[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...

[Burgerbob]

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

[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.

[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.