Beginner query - bad reed or bad technique?

[yuriythebest]

Had pretty much the same question in regards to my harp & the lower notes:

Do I need to tune up my 1-2 holes?

thanks Andy! I adjusted both the reeds (just slightly though) and also my overall technique, I think I’m 80% of the way there though it still sounds a tad forced (like I’m pushing air too hard and doing the Pshhhh sound) [122]

And Luke was right - with practice, it got better. they just behave a tad differently and if you try em as you would, say, holes 5-6, then they will sound wobbly/rattly - instead, they require a “lighter touch”