Author: ohsuzan
Date: 2007-01-11 20:45
Hi Coop --
I've owned (and used) the "Etude" model of the Kooiman thumbrest (i.e., the plastic one). It was OK -- it did what it is advertised to do, which is relieve the pressure on the thumb. But it was unwieldy and unsightly, and it didn't fit in my case, and quite honestly, I never got all that comfortable with it.
My current solution is to use the Ridenour "Thumb Saddle." http://www.ridenourclarinetproducts.com/Thumb.htm
It gives me a more relaxed hand postion, it stays on the thumb rest very well, and provides the cushioning I need. My teacher really likes it, too. You do have to cut a little slit in the back of it to make it fit over the eyelet on the thumbrest, but other than that, it's perfect. And cheap.
Lots of folks have spoken highly of the FHRED system -- either pro or student models. http://www.quodlibet.com/FhredGen.htm
I've seen it in use, and was intrigued. If I ever need more than what I currently use, that's where I'll head.
Susan
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