Klarinet Archive - Posting 000912.txt from 1999/05

From: Sfdr@-----.com
Subj: Re: [kl] register key height and throat Bb
Date: Wed, 19 May 1999 10:59:47 -0400

In a message dated 5/19/99 8:12:08 AM EST, bfogle@-----.org writes:

<< I have a (relatively) new Selmer Recital clarinet with a very poor throat
Bb. I realize mouthpiece/reed variables have the greatest impact in this
area, but I read last evening (in Tom R.'s comprehensive book of clarinet
fingerings) that the register key should not move too far away from the tone
hole (at least, that's what I understood). I had figured as long as a pad
cleared a tone hole, the remaining distance, whatever it was, was not
significant to the production of the tone.
Bill Fogle
Washington, DC

>>
Dear Mr. Fogle,
If you could pop the tube out or unscrew the register tube, it would
be a big help. After removing the Register tube examine it closely for Burrs
and wire edges. Many times during mass production, Machinery will leave
rough and uneven flaws on the tubes. This can create an acoustical nightmare
for the player. By modifying the tube or replacing the tube with a Moennig
Hour Glass style, your Bb throat will greatly improve.
Please let me know what you find. I have a brochure on tubes. If you
would like a copy, Please send me your Street Address.

Good Luck,

Alvin Swiney

Affordable Music Co.

P.O. Box 4245

Virginia Beach, VA 23454

757-412-2160 fax 412-2158

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