Clarinet Repair

Clarinet Assembly Tips

1. Attach the bell to the lower joint.
2. Attach the upper joint to the lower joint. Be careful not to put pressure on any keys. You should also hold the bridge key down to help avoid binding the bridge key mechanism.
3. While holding the top of the upper joint, attach the barrel to it by twisting gently.
4. Attach the mouthpiece to the barrel.
5. Attach the reed and ligature to the mouthpiece.

Clarinet Care and Maintenance Tips

1. After playing, move a swab through each joint and the barrel to remove all moisture. Tenons collect moisture, especially at the upper and lower joints, so moisture should be removed with gauze.
2. When drying a pad, insert cleaning paper between it and the tone hole and lightly press down. Then, carefully pull paper away.
3. Use a tone hole cleaner to remove build-up of residue in the tone holes.
4. Wipe the body down using a dry cloth. Avoid using liquids or aerosols as the moisture can harm pads.

Maintenance and Replacement Plan

Your musical instrument is an investment worth protecting!

A well maintained instrument encourages beginners to practice more and allows experienced players to achieve the freedom and artistry they desire!

With the purchase of a musical instrument you have made a valuable investment you will want to protect. Our Comprehensive Maintenance Agreement offers you the opportunity to maintain your instrument in the most cost effective way possible. Over the years Ward-Brodt technicians have identified the maintenance and repairs most often required and with our plan all of these standard procedures are completely covered under one annual fee.

Instruments must be examined and approved by our technicians prior to coverage. New or used instruments purchased from Ward-Brodt are automatically eligible within seven days of purchase. Please note that Ward-Brodt reserves the right to refuse coverage on any instrument.

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