Klarinet Archive - Posting 000289.txt from 2004/05

From: "mark" <cpaok@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Key question/answer
Date: Thu, 13 May 2004 15:43:22 -0400

Many people use BAGGIE type plastic material to silence these keys. Others
use cork, shrunk tubing, etc. As Dee pointed out, this material is intended
to SILENCE the lever connection(s). **********************************
"I have a question about a piece of plastic on the two keys that the hole
covers, if that is the right term for them, above the bell. It is about the
operation of these 2 keys, above an additional key, that are operated by
theleft, which there are the 4 keys that operate three of these keys also,
bythe right. I hope you were able to folllow that so far."
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"There is a piece of plastic, between the two pieces, I assume, since I am
the original owner, this plastic has been here since 1970, as it probably
makes for a smoother operation of the keys. The outside key, is now making a
noise, from that plastic. Is this plastic neccessary on the key for the
operation? if it is not, is this something that I can do, remove the screw
that holds the key and remove the plastic. Will I be able to get the key
back together okay? Or do I need to take it to a shop and have a new piece
of plastic install? Thanks for any help, as I hope someone who knows repairs
can follow the above okay."
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"The plastic is intended as a "silencer". It sounds like it is wearing out.
It is not necessary for operation but many clarinets will "clank" without
it. So have the tech install a new one, it should be relatively
inexpensive."

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