There are many kinds of clarinet swabs, some are good, others are not-so good. Many new student clarinets come with this type of swab. This is probably the worst type. They really don't absorb well, and they get stuck in the clarinet. Not a good choice for a young student who is just starting to learn about the clarinet! Here's another one often seen in student cases. I don't like this one either because it can get stuck in the clarinet. This is what I use - a silk swab with