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Silk
Holds a lot of water for its bulk and packs down small, so it fits a case pocket without staying soaked.
Product detailSKU #1274228066261
HodgeBass Clarinet Silk Swab Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silk pull-through swab sized for a bass clarinet bore. For anyone playing bass clarinet who needs the horn dry after each session.
Strong match
Who this is for
- After every rehearsal on a wood bass clarinet
- School players responsible for their own instrument care
- Doublers who need a dedicated bass swab in the case
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Soprano Bb clarinet — this is cut larger
- Players wanting pad dryers or a mouthpiece brush
- Removing sticky buildup; a swab absorbs, it does not scrub
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Bass clarinet sizing
Cut for the wider, longer bore. A soprano clarinet swab is too small to wipe the walls properly.
Detail 03
Pull-through swab
Clears moisture from the bore in one pass. Pad and tone-hole care is a separate job.
Detail 04
Black
Water staining will not show. Appearance only.
Detail 05
$28.99
Costs more than a soprano swab because covering a bigger bore takes more material.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Swab only — no mouthpiece brush, pad paper or cork grease included
- 02Feed it slowly; a bunched swab can jam in the upper joint
- 03Dry it between sessions instead of leaving it stuffed in the bell
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will it fit a soprano clarinet?
It is cut for the bass clarinet's larger bore. On a soprano it is oversized and can bunch and jam in the upper joint.
02How often should I swab?
Every time you finish playing, and again mid-session if water collects. Moisture sitting in the bore is what causes trouble on wood horns.
03Can I wash it?
Yes. Hand wash in mild soap, rinse well, and let it dry completely before storing it.
04Does it clean the neck too?
The neck is a tighter curve. Many players keep a smaller swab for it rather than forcing this one through.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
