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Author: corinne
Date: 2004-02-01 15:46
Hey,
I was just wondering if any of you had any info on Heimer clarinets. My little sister recently got one, and the only problem with it is that the corks need replaced. And....the only problem with that is that our local Giant Steps Music Store doesn't fix certain brands, Heimer included. So we don't really know what to do about getting the cork replaced. It's the cork on the bottom of the middle joint; or what ever you want to call it, the part for the left hand. Any info on how to get stuff and do it yourself and/or prices and/or why people don't accept this brand? Thanks
Corinne
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Author: David Peacham
Date: 2004-02-01 17:43
Replacing a tenon cork should be the same procedure however good or bad the instrument. Have you asked them to fix it, or are you just assuming that, because it's on the blacklist, they won't touch it even for this simple job?
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If there are so many people on this board unwilling or unable to have a civil and balanced discussion about important issues, then I shan't bother to post here any more.
To the great relief of many of you, no doubt.
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Author: JMcAulay
Date: 2004-02-01 18:00
David: Some of the real dogs won't even be touched by my favorite tech. Really, he will look into the case and reject it even before taking it out. Replacing a tenon cork is not a big deal, but if an irreplaceable fragile cast pot-metal key breaks while it's in the shop, its a huge oops. Better not even to allow it in the place.
Regards,
John
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Author: Donn
Date: 2004-02-01 18:53
Replacing tenon cork is no big deal. Materials are available from Woodwind & Brasswind or Ferree's. This BB has had info on this repair previously.
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Author: Clarence
Date: 2004-02-01 23:22
corinne,
Keep looking for a tech. Someone will replace that tenon cork for you.
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Author: jbutler ★2017
Date: 2004-02-02 00:47
I have a "NO REPAIR" list as well. The problem with a lot of these "disposable" instruments is that the work can not be warrantied. I learned my lesson a few years back when I got no-name cheap instrument (sax) in for repair. I did what work I could to get it to work properly, then it kept reappearing with the customer claiming that it still "didn't work" after I "supposedly fixed it". Now the problem was that the instrument was so poorly made that it would not stay in proper adjustment with normal playing. I finally gave him a full refund on whatever he initially paid me and told him to take it elsewhere. I would still be seeing it every month if I hadn't. I will gladly email anyone this list by request.
jbutler
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Author: ron b
Date: 2004-02-02 07:52
That's a fine list, Corinne. Thank you.
I'm in the process of compiling such a "Turn-Down" list after a couple of experiences similar to John's. I've replaced a few pads, corks, etc. - with the understanding that I can't promise the thing will stay fixed. Then I discovered just how quickly a customer will forget we talked about that. You don't make any money on returns because... "It just won't stay in adjustment."
A little off topic here, but I've seen trumpet valve casings, by those same "makers", that dent by finger pressure alone....
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