Klarinet Archive - Posting 000847.txt from 2001/09

From: "emily worthington" <emily.worthington@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] pad replacement
Date: Thu, 27 Sep 2001 12:35:39 -0400

Whilst working at Howarth I word processed some hand-written inventories of
pad requirements for many different clarinets. One of the repairers, I think
his name was Ben, had built up a catalogue of them. I don'ot know whether he
still works there but maybe if someone on the list could put you in touch
with repairer who deals with a lot of older instruments, they may have
catelogued the information you're looking for. The Howarth clarinet shop
email is clarinet@-----.

> Hello listers
> I need information on how to order a proper set of pads for my Bb
clarinet.
> Selmer Series 9 (single star stamped above the throat A key) S/N T5422;
> purchased new 1967.
> I have reviewed a wealth of information from many sources including direct
> contact with several music store repair and sales departments. Some sales
> people have told me that generic pad kits are available while all repair
> techs tell me that they have to see the instrument and physically fit the
> pads. (I have obviously called all the wrong people!!)
> I have never let anyone work on my clarinets (since about 1958). I have
been
> able to maintain my instruments quite well with the aid of a good number
of
> pads and paraphernalia left over from my dad's collection from the
> 1930's-40's. The supply is now depleted and I am not skilled in membrane
> replacement.
> Can anyone here please advise me - What dimensions do I need to give to a
> pad supplier?
> pad diameter?
> pad seat diameter?
> pad cup diameter (inner/outer)?
> pad thickness?
> measured from what reference plane?
> I would like to purchase the pads before removing them from the instrument
> as I play nearly every day.
> Also - where might I find a list of pad manufacturers/suppliers other than
> my local music stores (1 hour away). I need phone numbers and addresses,
if
> available. When I looked up clarinet pads on the www, I got too many sites
> to review. A little guidance here would be greatly appreciated.
> Best wishes to all
> Bill Goudey
>
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