Instrument Set-Up

What sets Lisa's Clarinet Shop apart from the others is that, for more than two decades, I have worked closely with my repair technician in the set up of each new clarinet. This relationship cannot be replaced and is an integral part of the success we have in matching the perfect instrument to its musician. Because every instrument is unique, even coming from the factory, each one will have different mechanical needs. The work we do to each instrument varies and is specific to each instrument.

Our philosophy is to work until the clarinet has reached our playing and tuning expectations. Only then will we release the instrument for trial. The ability to find the right clarinet for so many musicians is a result of 20 years of experience mechanically and acoustically adjusting clarinets. Due to this experience, the right clarinets go home with the right musicians.

However, something important to know, is that we are not overhauling the clarinet. The pads we use and the work we do is designed to allow you to hear what the clarinet you select is truly capable of. An overhaul is something to consider, anytime in the first year, to have the instrument set up to your particular tastes and criteria. You may have a preference for pads, key heights and spring tensions that only in time will be revealed to you.

If you would like more information about overhauling an instrument feel free to contact me.