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Re: Problems with Long Pipe Clarion Notes

Author: jdbassplayer
Date: 2023-05-10 21:33

To me this sounds like there is a leak. Leaks towards the lower end of the instrument generally cause more problems in the upper register than the lower register. On a well set up instrument you should be able to play from the lower register, across the break and into the upper register with relative ease. Depending on the quality of the instrument it may be worth sending it out to a repair tech that specializes in clarinet, as things like leveling tone holes or sealing thumb or register tubes are often not done by your average general band instrument repair technician, even though these can be major sources of leaks.

More information on the make and model might help, but as long as it is a relatively decent brand it should not be a problem.

-JDbassplayer

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