Klarinet Archive - Posting 000571.txt from 1997/01

From: gene keyes <gene@-----.NET>
Subj: Re: Buffet Clarinets/Eefers
Date: Sun, 26 Jan 1997 22:08:24 -0500

At 12:59 PM 1/26/97 -0500, you wrote:
>Could somebody explain to me the differences between the various Buffet
>instruments? The models I am reffering to are the R-13, Prestige R-13,
>Elite, Prestige RC, and the Festival. What are the strengths and weaknesses
>of them all? My second question is about Eb clarinets. I need a Eb
>clarinet, but I don't need a $3000 clarinet. What would be a decent, wooden
>Eb for a low price? I have found an Amati Eb for $549, a Ripamonti for
>$995, and a Vito for $520 (I think the Vito is plastic). I really can't go
>higher than a $1000. Should I consider a used Eb? Take your time replying
>since the purchase is still a little while in the future. Thanks.
>
>-Christopher J. Thibeault
>
>Hi..............My first Eb (I may be dating myself) was a Noblet (student
line LeBlanc) I don't know if there are any used ones around but it was a
pretty decent instrument. The big problem with eefers is the intonation.
If your dealing with a student quality instrument, it would be worthwhile
making some sacrifices to an instrument with reasonable
intonation...otherwise the horn can be a nightmare.....good luck/gk

Gene Keyes
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