Klarinet Archive - Posting 001092.txt from 2002/11

From: Gary Van Cott <gary@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Is it smart to go from a Selmer Signet Special, to a
Date: Sat, 30 Nov 2002 17:53:12 -0500

Personally I do not think this is an upgrade. These instruments are on a
similar level. I have owned a Selmer Signet Special since about 1961 and
when I tried an E-11 a few years ago the character of the sound reminded me
of the Selmer.

If the Selmer is really beat up and you got a great buy on a used E-11 in
excellent condition it might be worth doing. Otherwise, if cost is a major
consideration, I would suggest trying to find a used professional clarinet.

Gary
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At 02:34 PM 11/30/02, you wrote:
> I now play on a Selmer SIgnet Special (wooden) (it is old and has been
> passed down since (guessing) 1975) and thinking about upgrading to a
> higher level instrument, I currently do not own the big thousands of
> bucks to pay for it, I was wondering if going from a Selmer Signet
> Special to a Buffet E11 which has some of the professional clarinet
> features is a good upgrade? and if there are anyother suggestions for
> clarinets.

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