Klarinet Archive - Posting 000571.txt from 1997/12

From: Edmund William White <ewhite@-----.us>
Subj: Re: R series Selmer Eb Contra
Date: Thu, 11 Dec 1997 19:42:44 -0500

On Wed, 10 Dec 1997, Matthew Hanson wrote:

> I am searching for information on the old Selmer R series Rosewood Eb
> Contras. I am looking at buying a reconditioned one that has been silver
> plated. I know the Selmer Eb's this old only descend to low E. Other
> than this disadvantage of an awkward "break", I would like to know if
> there are any general disadvantages to the mechanism from this time
> (approx. mid 50's) that I should be aware of. The only main mechanical
> difference I know of aside from range, is that the trill keys are one
> piece in line keys like on student basses. I actually prefer this.
> Any additional info or comments will be GREATLY appreciated.
> thanks,
> Matthew Hanson
>
Are there any specific questions that you have? I have a
rosewood Contralto sitting here at school. The school had the keys
silverplated last year. I hate posting to the list because of people like
Mr. Garrett, who go off on tangents and are looking to argue every
point. Let me know.

Ed White