Klarinet Archive - Posting 000172.txt from 2000/12

From: Rgoren@-----.com
Subj: [kl] Barrel Questions
Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2000 13:51:35 -0500

Hi,

I have questions on barrels which I list below. I'd appreciate answers or
opinions to any of my questions - but my ultimate question is: when is it
necessary to purchase an extra barrel for the clarinet?

1. Do most clarinet players purchase barrels to adjust their pitch or are
there sound quality reasons?
2. I notice that on my Bb clarinet, I tend to be on the flat side while on
my A clarinet, I tend to be on the sharp side. My Bb clarinet is an Evette
Schaeffer with all pieces (save mouthpiece) original. My A clarinet (long
term loan from a friend) is an A. Robert clarinet with a Buffet barrel. Is
this a common situation (Bb flat and A sharp) or just a result of the
instruments that I use?
3. For the sharp situation, does a longer barrel offer a better solution
than "pulling out" the clarinet joints?
4. I see many barrels for sale on the sneezy site as well as ebay. I
measured my clarinet barrels with a simple ruler and found that both were 66
mm from metal to metal. Is this the proper length or is the measurement to
be taken only on the wooden part of the barrel? [ I am somewhat surprised
that both my Bb and the A have the same barrel length. Is this common?]
5. Do all barrels of the same size produce the same pitch? In other words,
are there differences in diameter or shape that will change the pitch?
6. What are the differences in barrel maker? I see brand names listed for
the barrels on sale. Are all barrels "created equal"? Should I try to match
the brand of the barrel to the brand of my clarinet?
7. The friend that loaned me the A clarinet also gave me a double case to
use and in the case was a "weird" looking barrel. It is inscribed DEG
POWERSTAR USA and AccuBore B64. The outer part of the barrel is not solid;
it has 12 circular disks whose circumference reach the outer part but in
between is empty space. I've tried it but cannot figure out exactly what
happens to the sound. What is the purpose of such a barrel? This barrel
when measured end to end is 64 mm.

I am hoping that some of you will be able to answer my questions.

Thanks in advance,

Rochelle

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