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Re: How do you solve water problem?

Author: bob49t
Date: 2008-03-08 08:57

I've found Alex's statement to be true...... after all it's when the instrument is cold with warm air being blown over the internal surface, that the most condensation will occur. As Alex says.... swabbing just after the instrument has reached playing temperature, is a cunning stunt. Condensation builds up less quickly thereafter and gives a bit of time before the next ablution is necessary.

This is seen particularly in bass clar, with the metallic neck kink gathering condensation early into playing. Appropriate disposal of the wash down the 3rd flute's neck after 10 -15 mins may have a desirable effect particularly if she's slightly out of tune. That would raise her pitch!

Joking aside...... we clarinetists (known for our innovation) have not as yet patented any device to reduce/eradicate this problem

I'm thinking low voltage internal heater and small lumen colostomy bag attached just above the C#/G# tonehole. Or maybe a personal chiller to cool the airstream before it causes mayhem.

Any other hi tech ideas to combat the problem????

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