Klarinet Archive - Posting 000493.txt from 1996/12

From: Steve Prescott <mipresc@-----.EDU>
Subj: humor?
Date: Wed, 18 Dec 1996 00:51:57 -0500

>Ernesto,
> Don't do it! This isn't something you can do yourself without
>proper training.
>
>No, super glue is definitely not a good idea. Technicians use a glue
>that melts so that they can heat the cup up and position the pad just
>right. Its not easy to do without practice. I think I can guarantee
>that if you try this without supervision by someone who knows how to
>do it you will end up with an instrument that doesn't play at all.
>
>Best wishes,
>
>Ian Dilley.

Thanks Ian,

Steve

Steve Prescott
Instrument Rep.Tech./ Clarinetist
Indiana State University
mipresc@-----.edu