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Author: loverofclarinets
Date: 2009-12-26 19:40
Just got a new clarinet, an E11 to be exact, and I'm thrilled.
But, the corks seem to be rather fickle, I've got plenty of grease on, and I of course don't want to force it, but the instrument doesn't seem to want to go together without a fight.
Is this normal? Is it common? Should I just put more grease on? Should I just try to force it? I don't know what method to take.
Also, any other care tips for a new clarinet? First wooden one, I'm a little naive and nervous.
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Author: GBK
Date: 2009-12-26 19:44
It's probably not the cork but the wooden tenons which have changed dimension. It's very common with new clarinets.
It should be a simple and free adjustment from where you originally bought it.
...GBK
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Author: Bob Phillips
Date: 2009-12-26 19:47
New Buffet, eh?
The factory tends to make a very tight fit between tenons and sockets when they machine the pieces at the factory. Between then and your regular use of the horn, the wood will "move" a little --usually shrinking. The tenon gets smaller, but the socket shrinks more --so the joint becomes too tight.
You'll have to have a technician fiddle with the fit. A new instrument should have this covered under warranty.
See
http://www.taplinweir.com/care_maintenance.php
for good advice on treating a new instrument
Bob Phillips
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Author: loverofclarinets
Date: 2009-12-26 20:32
Alright thank you! Ordered it online, but you suppose the local music store would be able to do it without an issue?
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Author: loverofclarinets
Date: 2009-12-26 20:35
Oh - also, might I add, I have yet to play in the instrument. Straight out of the box in the mail, the pieces have yet to be put together.
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Author: JJAlbrecht
Date: 2009-12-27 00:21
The local store might do it, but be prepared to pay for the tech's time, as you did not buy the instrument there. I won't cost a great deal, so just grin and bear it. It would be a slap in the face to expect them to do warranty work on a mail order horn.
Jeff
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Author: leporellina
Date: 2009-12-30 12:33
Hi,
I had the same experience a couple of weeks ago with my E11 A-Clarinet. Put it together was hard, but get it apart after playing was almost impossible, no matter how mich greese I used. After a couple of days it ameliorated, after two weeks it was easygoing and fine without technical help. Don't worry, just keep on being excited, the instrument is worth it - I still am. J
Katja
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Author: Its_Michael
Date: 2009-12-30 19:03
About taking care of a wood clarinet-
Moisture damages wood, so make sure to clean it out often- even more than once if you're playing for a long time.
Wood is also sensitive to temperature, so don't let it get too hot or cold.
You may also want to read about getting the bore oiled. This won't be necessary for a while, but you should keep it in mind. There are a few different ideas on how often a clarinet should be oiled, or if it should be oiled at all, but the general rule is to oil it once a year.
Have fun with your new clarinet!
Michael
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Author: BobD
Date: 2009-12-30 21:58
Don't force it. Don't make any attempt to alter it. Contact who you bought it from and they may direct you to someone locally they have an arrangement with.
Bob Draznik
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