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Re: Oh, the horror: Repadding your clarinet isn't that easy

Author: jasperbay
Date: 2010-10-10 16:57

Sounds like you'll have to redo the problem pads, and since adjusting pads a day later doesn't work with"adhesives" (I assume you used silicone) you'll have to remove those pads, and use either a small piece of hot melt glue or shellac flakes on your next attempt. To install/adjust those glues, I use a 75W soldering iron, but your wifes clothes iron on 'wool' or cotton might also work.

As for some pads being too thin, you can bend the cup/arm down, or use a thin shim under the pad ( I make them from the card backing on old pads). I've even used wedge-shaped shims when I didn't feel like bending things.

Not sure which pads you're having trouble with (the only key that lifts two pads is the throat A key that also lifts the G# key). The RH E/B key closes two large pads, and can be a little tricky.

That your horn now plays the high notes so well means you have a leak in one of those upper throat pads, acting as an extra "vent". When you get close to a good pad seal you'll then be able to play the low notes well!!

Good Luck, and Persevere!!

Oh, I picked up an American Standard, and they are virtually identical to the Cleveland model, and the necks seem to be interchangeable with all those Cleveland Band Instrument Co. 'Regents' and stencils.

Clark G. Sherwood

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