Rolleiflex 2.8 GX owners: Is the "ping noise" normal?

clauss

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Hey everyone,

I recently acquired a Rolleiflex 2.8 GX Expression and have been thoroughly enjoying its features. However, I've noticed a distinct "ping noise" when I press the shutter. I'm not entirely sure if this is a normal characteristic of the camera or if there might be an issue with mine.

I'm reaching out to fellow Rolleiflex 2.8 GX owners to inquire if you've encountered a similar sound with your camera. Could you please share your experiences? I'm curious to know if this is a common occurrence or if it might be something I should have checked out.

Thanks in advance for any insights or advice you can provide!

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JPD

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I don't have a GX myself, but I have read many times that they have a "twang" sound when you release the shutter. The sound comes most probably from a vibrating spring, either the main spring in the shutter or a spring in the mechanism that releases the winding crank. Some of my Rolleiflexes have this "ping", but it's much quieter on the older models.
 

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GG12

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Might be related to the use of different shutters used in the GX. The first ones were more stiff and perhaps had the twinging. A bit hard to handhold at low speeds. Then they changed, either once or twice to go to softer shutters.
 

jbrubaker

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Yes, I used to own one and it had a ping sound when releasing the shutter. I never liked the way it sounded. ---jb.
 
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