Klarinet Archive - Posting 000443.txt from 1999/12

From: "Cindy Russell" <cfrussell@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Trying out custom mouthpieces
Date: Wed, 15 Dec 1999 20:35:34 -0500

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From: <GrabnerWG@-----.com>
Subject: Re: [kl] Trying out custom mouthpieces

> In a message dated 12/14/99 4:18:32 PM Central Standard Time,
> endres@-----.com writes:
>
> << bition next July, and actually playing, but
> that may be what it takes. Until then, can someone (m'piece
> suppliers?) advise on how the dimensions of the custom products
> compare to the (dare I write) industry standards?
> >>
> R. Garrette's "D" facing measures about 1.19. He actually inscribes it on
the
> mouthpiece. You can see my tip measurements from my web site. I won't
speak
> for any others.
>
> Mark, my problem is not with the industry "standards". They are fine. The
> problem is quality control. If you have the tools, you can prove it easliy
> yourself. If you measure a batch of "stock" mouthpieces, you will find
> measurements that deviate all over the place. Some of the facing you will
> find are virtually unplayable. Others are fine, but not the "standard"
others
> are right on.
>
> This is my problem with the B45. This is the last time I'm going to say
> anything about this.
>
> Now I am NOT saying that about the 5RV Lyre. The few that I have seen seem
to
> be adjusted quite well. So flamers, please take note.
>
> Question for you - why do you get the shudders? Trying out equipment is
one
> (or should be one) of the pleasures of a conference!
>
> Walter Grabner
>
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