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Re: Compress tenon cork after renewal

Author: Matt74
Date: 2017-11-06 02:14

I do some computer repair, mostly laptops (A+ certified). I always try to do the job right, use the right parts, and make things look like I never touched them. Doing it like a pro is satisfying. The same goes for woodwind repair. People do things different ways, but for corks rubber cement or shellac is the only way to go.

It takes practice. I don’t have any nice clarinets right now, but pictures of some of my corks are attached. I’m getting better. If the corks are fitted right you can assemble the horn with no cork grease. Leave them dry overnight first.

One problem with trying to use tape on tenons is that you would get a leak. The edges won’t overlap. It might be difficult to tell at first, but over time the seam will wear and open up.

Support your local instrument tech! Tenon cork replacement is a good way to try them out. A good tech will take pride in the job. It will look and seal great.

This is great:

https://youtu.be/WOXEG56QUgY

- Matthew Simington

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