Klarinet Archive - Posting 000719.txt from 1997/05

From: Fred Jacobowitz <fredj@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: Eb Clarinet
Date: Tue, 27 May 1997 18:56:08 -0400

Billy,
Well, I have never dealt with a Patricola clarinet. As far as I
know, Yamaha can do a superb job with their instruments. I have never
liked the Buffet R-13 eefer - I consider them out of tune. I have a Buffet
RC which I LOVE. Which bore does the Prestige have? If it is the R-13 bore
I doubt you'll get a very in-tune instrument. What it really comes down
to is you have to try them out with a tuner and demand tuning which is
as good as your b-flat. Such horns do exist. I own one. If you are
interested in saving a bundle, I have a BEAUTIFUL old Noblet which tunes
as well as my coveted RC. I got a barrel which lets it play at A 440and it
is a serious professional-quality instrument. You can contact me privately
to talk about a trial period.

Fred Jacobowitz
Clarinet/Sax Instructor, Peabody Preparatory

On Mon, 26 May 1997, 1867 wrote:

> My parents are going to buy me an Eb clarinet for my
> bday. My teacher told me I should try out the Buffet Prestige,
> Yamaha Custom and the Patricola Eb clarinets. Since I have only
> played on an old Noblet Eb I am at a lost on which one
> to get.
>
> Any advice from all the experts out there in clarinetland?
> Oh, my teacher also told me to stay away from the 2pc buffet.
> Thanks,
> Billy S.
>