Author: Kalashnikirby
Date: 2017-11-05 18:27
There's something I've noticed about changing this cork which some people find very difficult and what I install using super strong double sided tape (lol!)
At least with the main brands, Buffet and Yamaha, using 1.5mm plates works like a charm with practically no sanding required.
Impractically, it's almost impossible to fit a barrel without the cork sliding away, as it's never been compressend before. I did flatten it one time before installing it, which seems to work fine. Not sure if this is the best solution, though, because it makes the cork curl upwards.
Wouldn't it make sense to use some kind of clamp once it's glued to the tenon? Fresh cork that can still expand a little just makes for such a beautiful, tight connection that I would like to avoid sanding it down, unless the joints can't be disassembled without force.
BTW the only cork pads available here come from Pisoni or Stölzel.
Both seem to be slightly softer, but of better quality than what Buffet uses, as the texture is more homogeneous.
Post Edited (2017-11-05 18:28)
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