Klarinet Archive - Posting 000133.txt from 1997/02

From: Fred Jacobowitz <fredj@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: Buffet Clarinets/Eefers
Date: Wed, 5 Feb 1997 21:51:13 -0500

Christopher, (and other eefer wannaplays),
I recently came across (and bought) old Normandie (by
Noblet/Leblanc) eefer. It came with a
way too short barrel so I ordered the only thing available now--a Noblet--
go replace it. Well, it tunes wonderfully. If I didn't have an RC eefer,
I'd be extremely satisfied with it. It has only two problem notes: The
lowest two, E & F. They are quite flat. However, everything else,
including
the long B and C are great. It is easily a professional caliber instrument
and I am looking to sell it. It is in perfect playing condition (had to
put in towo pads) and the case is like new. Contact me privately for a
price, as I wish to keep the most blatant commercialism off this wonderful
bulletin board.

Fred Jacobowitz
Clarinet/Sax Instructor, Peabody Preparatory

On Sun, 26 Jan 1997, gene keyes wrote:

> 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
> gene@-----.net
>