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synthetic reeds and excessive moisture

Author: Maruja
Date: 2013-09-18 13:44

I have just gone back to using a Legere reed as I was getting squeaks on a plastic Yamaha that I am using while my other clarinet is being serviced. It is a good workhorse, but I am finding an awful lot of moisture on the reed, mouthpiece and around the tone holes. Is this usual? Is it because the synthetic material does not absorb humidity like the cane ones? Is it because the clarinet I am using is plastic?

If so, apart from swabbing more frequently, is there anything more I can do to prevent this?

Thanks in advance for any replies!

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Re: synthetic reeds and excessive moisture

Author: Tony F
Date: 2013-09-18 14:53

As most of the moisture you're seeing is from condensation, the quantity will depend a lot on the humidity and temperature where you play.

Tony F.

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Re: synthetic reeds and excessive moisture

Author: William
Date: 2013-09-18 14:53

When I first tried Legere's, I had the same saliva problem, but with continued use (month's), my mouth "dried up". I now play on Forestone synthetic reeds with no excess moisture anywhere. I have no explanation as to "why", but know that I will never go back to cane reeds with all their inconsistent quirks. My synthetics--Forestone--allow me to play the music without worrying about playing the reed.

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