That's a good question! I haven't heard of silk swabs damaging the bore. Silk is usually one of the preferred materials because it's gentle and absorbent. Grenadilla and cocobolo are pretty dense woods, so I can't imagine a swab could do damage. Microfiber is definitely taking over the market though. I think a lot of Buffet swabs are microfiber. Either one is probably a good option. We might have to do a video where we compare the two.
Oh no! If you can reach both ends of the swab (you may need to take the instrument apart), *gently* tug on each side back and forth to see if you can loosen it. Don't pull too hard or you'll risk serious damage. If you can't get it loose, take it to a repair tech. They deal with this all the time, and some will take care of it at no charge.
I know some people are anti silk swabs on wooden clarinets (damages the bore?). Any thoughts on this?
I am pro silk swab 😃
That's a good question! I haven't heard of silk swabs damaging the bore. Silk is usually one of the preferred materials because it's gentle and absorbent. Grenadilla and cocobolo are pretty dense woods, so I can't imagine a swab could do damage. Microfiber is definitely taking over the market though. I think a lot of Buffet swabs are microfiber. Either one is probably a good option. We might have to do a video where we compare the two.
Thanks even though I don't own a Clarinet
Like a month ago I used a napkin and it’s too thick and I can’t get it out😢 it’s just stuck, should I go turn it in to the repair shop?
Yes. Definitely take it to a repair shop. You don't want to risk any damage.
thanks but my swab is currently stuck in my clarient and idk how to get it outttt
Oh no! If you can reach both ends of the swab (you may need to take the instrument apart), *gently* tug on each side back and forth to see if you can loosen it. Don't pull too hard or you'll risk serious damage. If you can't get it loose, take it to a repair tech. They deal with this all the time, and some will take care of it at no charge.
thank you :)
Good lil tidbits