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Clarion B (left pinky) key

Author: sab15
Date: 2009-09-21 02:39

Hi,

I've noticed something recently with my clarinet B left pinky key after I took it in for a "physical" and some adjustments were done and some pads replaced. I actually don't remember if this was the case before the adjustments and I just didn't notice it. I actually brought it back to the tech and had him look at it again. He did make a small adjustment, but it still is not what I thought it should be. Anyway, when keying the clarion left pinky B with just the fingers for the D down it feels like I have to blow harder to get the sound out, whereas if the right pinky C is already down and then I key the left pinky B, it is easier. It's also ok when just using the right pinky B key. I did chat briefly with the tech about that and he mentioned that the pinky is weak and it's a lever. I myself also supposed for that fingering it needs to close 2 holes below (in my attempt to rationalize the situation), and not just 1 as when the right pinky C is also pressed.

So, the question is, should it really be more difficult to key the B (i.e. feel like I have to blow harder to get the sound out) with the left pinky (without the C key already pressed), or does my clarinet still need some further adjustment?

Thanks a lot.

Steven

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2009-09-21 02:39