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Re: Small bore Leblanc basset horn

Author: Chris P
Date: 2022-01-15 15:27
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I've got an old Leblanc alto with unplated keywork but has a nickel plated crook and bell.

I doubt they'd have used Mazak keys on a basset horn given how long the keys are and how soft Mazak is, plus the fact unplated Mazak looks like zinc and is just as soft so would've worn out decades ago through normal use with no layer of plating to protect it.

You haven't replied to my post over on Facebook where you were asking if a Selmer Bundy bass clarinet floorspike fitting will work on this, so I'll give you a casual reminder of that. I've fitted one to an old Leblanc bass (also with unplated keywork and nickel plated bell and crook) as well as an Yamaha alto clarinet (see attachment) to show it has just over 3mm of clearance between the floorspike and the back of the lower joint.

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

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