Klarinet Archive - Posting 000912.txt from 2000/03

From: Bill Hausmann <bhausman@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] pads need replacing
Date: Tue, 28 Mar 2000 20:55:03 -0500

At 04:31 PM 3/28/2000 +0800, you wrote:
>How does one know that a pad needs replacing form an inspection? What do you
>look for?
>
>Karel
>(with an R13 that is at present O.K.)
>
Pads are made of felt with a cardboard backing and a membrane covering. If
the membrane is broken or seriously fraying on the edge, it's time to
replace. Some other conditions may also call for replacement, such as a
seat in the pad which has become too deep from use. Someone suggested the
test of taking each section, holding the keys closed and covering the end
and blowing into it. This works well, but if you blow too hard, some keys
held shut only with spring tension may lift and give a false indication.
If instead of, or in addition to, blowing, you SUCK on the end and see if
it holds a vacuum, it can give a better indication.

Bill Hausmann bhausman@-----.com
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