Klarinet Archive - Posting 000208.txt from 1998/09

From: Bill Hausmann <bhausman@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Problem with Plastic and Blue Steel
Date: Sun, 6 Sep 1998 22:31:42 -0400

At 11:06 AM 9/6/98 -0700, Jason Hsien wrote:
>First off, my #4 Table key (aka "middle C" key) recently had it's pad
>replaced because it fell out during a Marching Band Rehearsal (it getting to
>be that time again). But, now, when I play by B on the upper reguister using
>standard fingering (all fingers down), it is nearly 50 cents sharp. The note
>is fine on the other fingering (Bb with #3 index side key), and all the
>other keys work fine, with very little deviation during tuning.
>
>I've checked all the seals, and can see any problem.
>
>Okay, second problem involves my wood Buffet Intenational (it's the one
>between E-12s and E-13s). The lower blue spring that makes the same Table #4
>key above spring back, has become weak, and when I press the "B" key
>(similar to above), it take a while for the key to come back when I go up to
>"C", so I can't get the responsiveness anymore when I'm down there.
>
>I'm guessing that I need to lubricate the joints, but using the key oil is a
>very big deal for me, and I try to limit the times I do, so i was wondering
>if there are any other solutions. I've been consistantly using the clarinet
>throughout summer (or winter, depending on where you are).
>
Both of these problems sound like very minor things, but the sort of things
that there is no reason for you to suffer with. Both problems might be
fixed by a professional for under $20. The first is obviously an
adjustment problem. The second is either a weak spring, binding key, or
both. These are quick, no-brainers for a competent repair tech. Don't
suffer with them, get 'em fixed!

Bill Hausmann bhausman@-----.com
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