ProtecClarinet/Oboe Thumb Rest Cushion

Nice and soft. Stays in place. Worth its weight in maybe silver.

Used on my Selmer, Yamaha, Backun, Buffet.Best on clarinet with adjustable thumb rest position as it adds a lot of thickness.Helps keep the clarinet from rotating.

This Protec thumb rest cushion (available direct from Amazon) is as good as it gets. It fits snugly on the thumb rest, is larger than most--providing a very large support area, and the cushion is made of a very soft translucent synthetic rubber like material. It provides great support and comfort. One thing to look out for with the Protec cushion is that its size can be a problem in clarinet cases that do not allow much depth beneath the thumb rest. For a smaller sized cushion that is not much larger than the thumb rest, or if you want one in black rather than translucent material, go with the Yamaha thumb rest. The Yamaha cushion, though very comfortable and a snug fit also, is made of not quite as soft a material, and being smaller in diameter distributes the weight over a smaller area.UPDATE TO THIS REVIEW: Now that I have used both the Protec and Yamaha thumb rest cushions for some months now, I actually have a slight preference for the Yamaha cushion over the Protec. I find the firmer material and smaller size of the Yamaha cushion to actually be more comfortable and less distracting. I also have found that most clarinet cases do not accommodate the larger size of the Protec cushion, but the Yamaha cushion usually fits just fine. The final word is that both thumb rests are excellent, and your preference will depend upon you.

It is super comfy and leaves my thumb mark free. It still fits in my case so don’t have to take it off when I put my instrument away but no madder how hard it try to push it on. There is a little bit of space in the rest that makes it so it’s not a perfect fit and has fell off a couple times and moves around while I am playing. Even though it has a couple imperfections I have hour long band classes everyday and would much rather pick up it up every once and a while then having my thumb hurt and impact my playing ability.

Good fit on my tenor recorder’s thumb rest. Feels comfy. Time will tell.

The bottom flap came misshapen and had to be cut off. Overall, provides comfort and is effective.

I've been playing the clarinet for 3+ years now, and this has helped me a lot. My thumb ends up getting really sore from holding my instrument for longer periods of time or when I'm playing with Pep Band. (Lots of music gets heavy on a lyre!) This helps relieve a lot of pressure. It's a jelly-like texture and is pretty thick. Really squishy you could say. The only downfall by it being like this is that it can easily come off. I did end up losing my original one and had to buy another due to my other one falling off. Otherwise, this is a great product for fellow clarinet players! Suggested for marching band too.

I use this particular product on my oboe and my English horn I have currently. It fits right on the thumb rest located. Very cost effective as well.

Purchased for Buffet Chrampon E11 clarinet with a small built in thumbrest. The design with the bottom lip protects a thumb in two directions, good cushioning that does not affect the reach to the keyword and tone holes. The thumbrest cushion remains in place when neck strap (attached to the same thumb rest) is used.

I’ma professional oboist and have developed a callous on my right thumb despite using a very popular brand of rubber thumbs rest. This one is made of far softer rubber and is much wider which spreads the weight of the instrument over a wider area and my callous has already started to shrink. Highly recommended!

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Excellent material. Feels very comfortable. Avoids bruising your thumb. Looks very good too! Five stars!

Love it. Made a big difference. Well worth it. It really does cushion well. Don't know how long it will last, I have only had it a few months, seems to be holding out well so far.