Klarinet Archive - Posting 000612.txt from 1997/02

From: Fernando Silveira <fersilv@-----.net>
Subj: Re: PADS
Date: Mon, 17 Feb 1997 23:34:02 -0500

I don't if you have in US something like it, but, did you, or
another member, tryed on silicone pads??

Cheers
Fernando SIlveira
Principal Clarinet - National Symphony - Brazil

At 19:59 16/02/97 -0800, you wrote:
>hi all:
>my r13 needs new pads. what are the pros/cons of replacing the upper
>joint pads with cork?
>also, do mouthpieces wear out? my b45 is 5 years old and seems as good
>as ever.
>finally, i want to try out some thick blank grand concert reeds. right
>now i'm using #3 vandoren v-12's - what's the equivalent strength for
>the grand concerts?
>thanks,
>ben
>
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