Klarinet Archive - Posting 000353.txt from 1995/10

From: John Baetens <jsbtens@-----.COM>
Subj: Re: Question about bore oil
Date: Fri, 13 Oct 1995 22:21:26 -0400

... My teacher did tell me that 50% of all new Buffets crack
>inevitably the first year after purchase.
>

Ever since I can remember, I have always heard that Buffet makes the
best clarinet, most professionals use them, etc. But I have heard
so many comments like the one above that it makes me wonder. Other
comments I have heard is the workmanship is very poor, they are
very inconsistent in quality, the keys wear quickly, they are shipped
in an unfinished state, etc.
That LeBlanc Concerto looks better and better every day.

John Baetens