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Re: Neck Strap Lubrication

Author: Bennett ★2017
Date: 2021-09-14 03:51

Thanks to all who responded with their suggestions.

I asked Rico/D'Addario for advice and they quickly responded:
Thanks for your message about Rico clarinet neck straps. The cords are not lubricated when new. I would recommend trying a dry powder lubricant like graphite, not an oil based type.

While waiting for Rico to respond I gave the strap a healthy dose of silicon spray.
Once it dried out, it works nicely, at least for now. The strings don't feel slick but they move smoothly. This strap is many years old so I'm not terribly surprised that it 'wore out'.

When the strap next needs a fix I'll try pencil lead as SunnyDaze suggested, while wearing an old T-Shirt lest the 'lead' easily transfers to clothing.

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