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Author: Fred McKenzie
Date: 1999-09-11 02:34
Chuck Kelly wrote:
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Had the pads replaced 6 months ago on my Selmer 1962 centertone. I am a beginner. (9 months private lessons).
the right hand "c" key leaked because of moisture. A shop reset it with a little heat while I waited, but indicated it will need to be replaced.
Chuck-
Everyone's advice sounds good. If you like fixing things, getting a "junker" to practice on is a good idea.
One thing you didn't mention, did the application of heat to the pad make the clarinet play? Can you see an obvious reason why the pad might need to be replaced? Unless there is some good reason to change it, I think you should continue to play it without worry.
Everyone has their own experiences, but mine is that pads last many years before they need changing unless something unusual occurs. (One problem might be insects eating the pads.)
Fred
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