Overhauling an old clarinet

    
Overhauling an old clarinet    15:16 on Friday, December 14, 2007          

Fredrick
(200 points)
Posted by Fredrick

I found an old silver clarinet in my grandma's attic, but it doesn't work because most of the pads have gone bad. Do any of you know about how much it would cost to replace all the pads on a clarinet and maybe a few springs?


Re: Overhauling an old clarinet    23:21 on Saturday, December 15, 2007          

alxx
(60 points)
Posted by alxx

Would depend on how many pads need replacing (possibly all of them)

What brand ?

If its in reasonable condition it might be worth getting it done.

If its in a not to good condition you could always have a go yourself.
The music medic repair kits are very useful.
http://www.musicmedic.com/catalog/products/kit-101.html


Re: Overhauling an old clarinet    11:55 on Sunday, December 16, 2007          

Fredrick
(200 points)
Posted by Fredrick

It was made by H. N. White Co. in Cleveland, Ohio. It's serial number is C 52195. I'm assuming it's in good condition because the only things wrong with it are the pads and maybe a few springs (no dents!). Other than that, there's some discoloration on the metal, but I bet that it could be taken off easily enough.


   




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