Klarinet Archive - Posting 000086.txt from 2010/02

From: Bill Hausmann <bhausmann1@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [kl] Buffet Chaddash Bb Clarinet Barrel
Date: Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:28:47 -0500

At 08:08 AM 2/16/2010, you wrote:
>Hello:
> I have a Chaddash Bb Clarinet barrel. The top ring comes off
> when I disassemble my R13; not loose enough to rattle... I do not
> believe it is from lack of humidity, as I keep a damp (distilled
> water) Planet Waves humidifier in (Buffet) case -- which is further
> kept in a zippered Olathe bag.
> Are these rings a simple friction fit? Or, is a tad of a glue or
> epoxy used? I have two other similar Buffet barrels, with nary a
> problem. As to age(s), my 'net was made in 1999, and I'd assume
> barrels to be of similar vintage.
> Any/all suggestions -- 'specially if you've experienced (and
> repaired!) similar -- will be very much appreciated!
>
> g :-)>

Every piece of wood is different. In any case DO NOT use any form of
glue on the ring, and get it shimmed or shrunk as soon as
possible. The ring is there to prevent the tenon socket from
cracking, so it must be on tight. If it is glued, you cannot tell
that it is loose.

Bill Hausmann

If you have to mic a saxophone, the rest of the band is TOO LOUD!

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