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Questions about Boveda Relative Humidity Packs

Author: Hy-Dex
Date: 2024-03-30 03:38

I understand that Brad Behn recommends using a 72% RH Boveda pack (presumably size 8) with his new reed case. I ordered a 10-pack of the size 8 72% RH packs and placed one each inside each of my three reed cases. So, as of today, I am trying it. For those who have done this - or are doing it now - have the Boveda 72% RH packs improved your reed stability to a discernible difference?

I read on the Boveda website that they recommend placing a 49% RH pack inside the case of a wooden clarinet or oboe. Does anyone do this? If so, were there any negative outcomes, such as a crack? I have no problem with the Boveda 49% RH pack increasing the humidity level inside my case to 49%. What concerns me is that if the humidity level goes above 49%, the Boveda pack will reduce the humidity level in the case back down to 49%. This means that the Boveda pack will draw moisture out of my wood clarinets and that rather concerns me. For those who have experimented with this, please share your experience(s). Thank you.

Hy-Dex

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