Klarinet Archive - Posting 001027.txt from 2004/07
From: "Christy Erickson" <perickso@-----.net> Subj: RE: [kl] Water in tone holes Date: Thu, 29 Jul 2004 09:26:07 -0400
> Another possible, but scientifically unproven, solution is to have the
> pads on the serial re-offending keys replaced with cork. I had this
> done on one of the keys on my previous Bb Clarinet (have a new one now
> with original pads). I believe it made a difference to the phenomenon
> of water getting trapped between the pad and the hole causing that
> lovely gurgling sound. Having the air-conditioning fixed is probably
> the best bet! - Gavin.
Gavin, My entire upper joint has cork pads. Christy
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