I mainly play sax, and attempt to play clarinet (among many other instruments), but I recently bought a second-hand Boosey Regent Oboe out of curiosity. It's in quite good condition and I've given it a good clean but I'm still awaiting reeds to try it out.
Meanwhile I've noticed that the lowest key doesn't quite close without quite some pressure on the lever. The key itself CAN close and I'm wondering whether there is supposed to be a cork on the mechanism on the lower joint to close the gap and refine the action there? It seems that a small cork layer might well sort the problem.
I've done a bit of sax re-work so I have a bit of understanding of the mechanics of these instruments.
BTW is there a list of serial numbers and dates for Boosey Oboes? Mine is 437069 and I believe it is about 1976.
Meanwhile I've noticed that the lowest key doesn't quite close without quite some pressure on the lever. The key itself CAN close and I'm wondering whether there is supposed to be a cork on the mechanism on the lower joint to close the gap and refine the action there? It seems that a small cork layer might well sort the problem.
I've done a bit of sax re-work so I have a bit of understanding of the mechanics of these instruments.
BTW is there a list of serial numbers and dates for Boosey Oboes? Mine is 437069 and I believe it is about 1976.