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Choice of metals in resonators

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And here's a scientific study to back that up:
http://www.music.mcgill.ca/caml/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=publications:isma2014_eveno.pdf
Conclusion says it's the rigidity, not the material that makes a sonic difference. Personally, I'd go with nylon (plastic), same as I've had on my MkVI for 40 years. I'd avoid metals that can corrode/tarnish because low Eb and the palm keys definitely will.

Even more discussion, in case Milandro doesn't see this thread :)
https://forum.saxontheweb.net/showthread.php?246135-What-type-of-resonators-should-I-use