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Break-in Period

Author: musicalnotes
Date: 2009-04-21 18:04

I just bought a new Le Blanc Rapsodie, after finding out that the used one I purchased was going to cost a fortune to overhaul. Anyway, I was curious if there was anything really specific that I should do when I start using the clarinet? I know its commone knowledge to swab them frequently, but how about disassembly and only playing for 10-15 at a time?

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Re: Break-in Period

Author: Caroline Smale
Date: 2009-04-21 18:38

Look further down the list, there is already a thread on this.

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Re: Break-in Period

Author: musicalnotes
Date: 2009-04-21 19:40

I even searched before I posted, I must be blind! Thanks!

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Re: Break-in Period

Author: William
Date: 2009-04-21 21:17

Briefly, swab after EVERY playing. Also wipe the sockets with a separate cloth so as not to transfer cork grease to the tone holes. I never let my clarinet lay around or sit on a peg assembled unless it is being used on a doublng gig. At home or elsewhere, I always disassemble it between practice sessions for reasons of safety--less likely to suffer being knocked over or sat upon, etc.

Now, look for that other more comprehensive thread regarding basic clarinet care..........

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