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Re: Metal Key Cork

Author: Chris P
Date: 2018-03-29 23:00

Key corks are fitted to minimise mechanical noise and also to regulate interlinked keywork, so if they fall off, you'll be left with a clarinet that sounds like a typewriter and also end up with some fingerings not working (due to some pads not closing) or excess key travel.

The type of silencing material used and where it's used is important. Natural cork has pretty much had its day for most keys as there are now much better alternatives available which are more durable, have better sound deadening and low friction properties - sadly not all of those properties are found in one single material.

Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.

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