Klarinet Archive - Posting 000777.txt from 1996/03

From: "Doug Jennings (614)466-0461" <PUCO_JENNING@-----.GOV>
Subj: Re: Academy Buffet, DuAll
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 09:33:49 -0500

>I have a friend who has a Buffet, presumably an r-13, designated
>"Academy" model, serial 57651. Keywork appears light gold plated. what
>can anyone tell me about the academy and/or are the keys indeed
>gold-plated? Also, I've a Reed DuAll and wonder where or if I should oil
>the motor? Manufacturer doesn't mention anything in his literature as
>far as I can tell, save the usual lubrication spots, i.e. rods, screws.
>thanx.
>
>M. Eugene Williams
>ewilliam@-----.us

I have a Buffet Academy Model too, serial #73353. The keys appear to be
nickel plated with a copper underneath. Yes, the keys are a bit worn. I
had it overhauled last month. The repairman discovered that it has a
smaller bore than an R-13. To me, it lacks the warmth, colors and resonance
of my R-13. It's sound strikes me as more compact and "focused" (Yes,
there's that undefined word again.). Whether that's generally true or
specific only to my particular clarinets, I would be interested in finding
out. Perhaps it's the nature of a smaller bore. Just guessing, I suspect
the Academy Model was intended as a top line student horn, as opposed to a
professional instrument. I too would be interested in finding out more
about it. My research of the archives reveals more questions than answers.