Clarinet Maintenance
June 7th, 2011
Do clarinet mouthpieces ever start to break down or become too old?
To be more specific, do clarinet mouthpieces have a certain lifespan? If so, about how long do mouthpieces last? Will they only become unusable with improper cleaning and maintenance? Sorry to ask many questions in one, but thank you if you can answer them.
As long as you keep it clean, it should last as long as you need it.
As you become more advanced, though, many musicians recommend getting a hard rubber mouthpiece rather than a plastic one (which most cheap clarinets come with) because they produce a better sound.
Clarinet Care and Maintenance
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