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Clarinet 'Bugs'

Author: jmorse22003
Date: 2010-08-07 14:06

I hope this is the place to ask this question. I was given a Vito clarinet for my child to use as she is just starting band. I was told it needed pads and corks so I took it in to a reputable music store locally. I actually took it to 2 different repair shops and was told the same story both times. The clarinet pads and case has 'bugs.' They can repad and re cork the clarinet which I am going to have them do. One place said they could fumigate the case. They are the more expensive of the 2 shops. The other place said the only way to get rid of the bugs is to place the case in the freezer for several days. Who is right? Is there anything I can do so the clarinet doesn't get reinfected? After spending $200 to put this instrument in playing condition, I can't afford a new case too. PLEASE, can anyone help me? TIA

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