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Re: YCL-SEV Low E Problem

Author: Chris P
Date: 2010-06-28 10:12

The lowest pad (low E/B key pad) should close with less presure than the F/C key pad - not the other way round - so you can get E or B with either the LH or RH E/B key alone as this ensures the F/C pad closes fully. And less pressure still means the pad should seal against the tonehole instead of having to be forced to close.

You can check the pressure/closure with a feeler gauge cut from the finest weight cigarette paper, and also check around the circumference to be sure the pad is making contact all the way round - and there should be more pressure at the front than the back, but still seating against the tonehole at the back (nearest the hinge tube) when closed against the tonehole with light finger pressure.

Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.

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