new keys

    
new keys    20:07 on Monday, August 18, 2008          

trouthat
(56 points)
Posted by trouthat

Does any one know how much it would cost to get new keys for a clarinet?


Re: new keys    20:41 on Monday, August 18, 2008          

MusicalPanda
(267 points)
Posted by MusicalPanda

uhm, Im guessing like 200$ or something. I know theres places that sell separate keys, but Im not sure how much a whole set would cost.


Re: new keys    20:05 on Monday, November 10, 2008          

trouthat
(56 points)
Posted by trouthat

that sucks


Re: new keys    20:20 on Monday, November 10, 2008          

tenorsaxman
(28 points)
Posted by tenorsaxman

It can vary from maker to maker of keys(i assume instrument keys not case keys). Might I ask as to why you need new keys?


Re: new keys    14:35 on Tuesday, November 11, 2008          

stevesklar
(70 points)
Posted by stevesklar

new keys may cost a bundle (student v professional ... SelmerUSA versus Buffet etc) .. that is assuming keys for your instrument are still being made and stocked.

In another post you mention you have an early Buffet clarinet .. so I doubt you can buy just keys. Unless you consider buying another specific age buffet just for the keywork.


Re: new keys    14:37 on Tuesday, November 11, 2008          

stevesklar
(70 points)
Posted by stevesklar

also - why do you want new keywork

Your instrument can get refurbished in which case they can optionally elongate the keywork and refit for the pivot screws or other options to make it feel as good as new


Re: new keys    15:54 on Tuesday, November 11, 2008          

contra448
(771 points)
Posted by contra448

I also would like to know why you want new keys.

If the plating is worn that can be renewed as well. But this option is only economically viable on a professional quality instrument.

As for new keys the cost will probably be more than that of a new clarinet - the pricing on replacement parts is unbelievable that is if you can get them. Even for current models from major manufacturers parts can be impossible to obtain.


Re: new keys    18:37 on Tuesday, November 11, 2008          

trouthat
(56 points)
Posted by trouthat

my band teacher thought that the keys might be fire damaged. But then i tried cleaning the keys with metal polish and they cleaned right up.


Re: new keys    13:35 on Wednesday, November 12, 2008          

stevesklar
(70 points)
Posted by stevesklar

good to hear.

i'm curious why your band director thought they woud be fire damaged .. think of what fire would do to a wood or plastic clarinet !!

anyways, good news


   




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