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Re: Middle B squeaks but Low E is fine

Author: Gordon (NZ)  Date:   2014-04-22 05:55 On new instruments of most brands, it is almost standard that the F/C and E/B pads close securely at the back (i.e. key-hinge) side of the pad, while still leaking at the front side. The B is a much fussier note (regarding leaks) than the E, so that is why the problem appears for the B. It is also normal for a B problem to be significantly worse for the left hand fingering than the right. There is little point in adjusting the "timing" of the two keys, by experienced bending (preferable) or by stuffing band-aid material above the crowsfoot, until these pad/key alignment issues (with their tone holes) have been attended to. Your new instrument needs servicing. Most new clarinets do! You older instrument is just fine. It just needs servicing. It seems absurd to condemn a five year old instrument because it needs routine servicing! I'll take it off your hands to relieve you of the problem, for $20.

Topics	Author	Date
Middle B squeaks but Low E is fine  new	DanielJWY	2014-04-22 04:56
Re: Middle B squeaks but Low E is fine  new	jdbassplayer	2014-04-22 05:05
Re: Middle B squeaks but Low E is fine  new	Gordon (NZ)	2014-04-22 05:55
Re: Middle B squeaks but Low E is fine  new	DanielJWY	2014-04-23 06:49
Re: Middle B squeaks but Low E is fine  new	Lelia Loban	2014-04-23 17:56
Re: Middle B squeaks but Low E is fine  new	David Spiegelthal	2014-04-23 22:26

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