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Muncy Barrel - Fit Is Really Tight

Author: rick77
Date: 2011-10-25 03:47

I already mentioned the Muncy barrel in another thread I posted today but I didn't want to high-jack that thread again so I'm starting a new thread.

So I have aquired an R-13 B-flat clarinet from eBay today. As stated in the other thread I also have a Muncy barrel that I got just last week. I like the Muncy barrel on the R-13 but it's a really tight fit. The last little bit where the tennon of the upper joint goes into the socket of the barrel and wood meets wood (as opposed to cork meets wood) the Muncy barrel is very tight. I'm concerned that this may cause a crack if there is any swelling in the tennon of the upper joint.

So, I guess my question is:

Do I need to get this barrel custom fitted for my clarinet or is it ok to continue using it as is? Will it loosen up a bit with continued use?

Thanks!
Richard

Post Edited (2011-10-25 04:04)

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