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Author: Erica
Date: 2001-12-30 00:45
I have a Buffet R13 that I bought used earlier this year (March), and I just noticed that some of the pads, mostly on the lower joint, are turning a brown color. Not all over the pad, just where they rest on the instrument. This concerns me... Any ideas on what it is and how I can make it stop?
Thanks,
Erica
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Author: David Pegel
Date: 2001-12-30 01:45
Isn't that a sign of aging?
All of my contralto pads have that same discoloration and it's in need of a good pad job. I can't say I know too much about it, but it's definitely not a good sign.
Did you buy the R13 used or new?
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Author: ClairGirl
Date: 2001-12-30 03:25
It could also be a little of the wood dye getting on your pads, this happened to a few of my pads on the upper joint. It wasn't serious though and they work fine.
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Author: ron b
Date: 2001-12-30 05:45
Yep, it's a sign of aging. Wood dye, bore oil, dust particles, moisture, they all add up to... discoloration : Nothing to be concerned about unless the pad(s) show(s) signs of wear through the skin or there's some indication of a leak. At this point it won't get much worse, all woodwind pads do this over time to some degree just from compression at the seat. Most cleaners I know about aren't worth the trouble and may shorten the life of the pad membrane.You might ask your repair tech to check your instrument come March (yearly check-up) just to make sure everything's in order. Otherwise, I wouldn't do anything to an R13 that's playing well... except enjoy playing it 
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