Klarinet Archive - Posting 000581.txt from 1996/11

From: Tom Ascher <U15310@-----.EDU>
Subj: clarinet adjustment theory
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 1996 17:29:10 -0500

Now that I've found a way to send messages to the list again I have the
following question:

Where can I get information on the effects of various adjustments on the
Bb clarinet? I have a book that shows how to make repairs. But I want
something that explains more the effects and inter-relationships of
adjustments. For instance, how far should the register key be above the
register tube for optimum adjustment? What happens if the key is too close
or too far away? What is the effect of different diameters or lengths of
the register tube? What adjustments can be done to make an individual note
more sharp or flat? More open and loud, or more constricted or stuffy?
Etc. Are there books available? Where can I purchase? Or otherwise
obtain?

Thanks!

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Tom Ascher Internet: u15310@-----.edu
University of Illinois at Chicago Phone: (312) 413-3665