Klarinet Archive - Posting 000220.txt from 1995/07

From: Jack Dannenberg <jackd@-----.COM>
Subj: Re: advice on Kohlert bass clarinet
Date: Tue, 25 Jul 1995 09:44:50 -0400

>
> Hello, I'm planning to purchase a bass clarinet soon, hopefully in the
> $1000 to $1500 range, and the best deal I've seen so far is a wood Kohlert
> 2 piece at Sam Ash in NY for $1000. Does anyone know anything about this
> manufacturer, and whether the price is fair? There was no model number on
> the instrument, and the keywork seem to be in good shape. I tried the
> instrument and the lower register is fine, however I had some trouble
> playing with the register key open. I am not sure whether this is due to
> my technique since I only play soprano now. (I'm told that their repair
> man can take a look at the keywork for me to ensure everything's ok)
>
> Any advice on the instrument, prices in general, or other places to look
> in NYC would be much appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
>
> James
>
I have a plastic Kohlert Bass Clarinet one piece. I was told that it was
made by a now defunct East German company that was mainly a manufacturer
of bassoons. Tony Bingham's in London has published a book of manufacturers,
past and present. This book also listed a Kohlert in France but I don't
believe it is the same. I have also run across some Kohlert bass clarinets
in the catalogue from Lark in the Morning who sells new and used unique
instruments. I would sell my Kohlert SUBSTANTIALLY cheaper than the one
you are looking at and am also considering selling my wooden LeBlanc also
cheaper than $1000. Perceived Internet protocol prevents me from going
into more detail but you can email me direct.
Jack Dannenberg

jackd@-----.com

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