Klarinet Archive - Posting 000233.txt from 2004/06

From: Steven Haaser <steven.haaser@-----.edu>
Subj: [kl] Repair or buy new?
Date: Wed, 16 Jun 2004 15:25:04 -0400


I have two older Buffet R13s (Bb) that I play regularly.
The older is a 937xx, and the newer is 1037xx, which
I prefer. I have no strong objections to either instrument,
but they need some serious work done on them after
many years.

My question: given the age and design specs of these
instruments, in your opinion should I have one or the
other put in top shape, or consider buying a new Buffet
Bb?

What improvements might I likely expect with a new R13?
Should/Must I consider the more expensive, newer models
in the Buffet line?

If I buy an another Bb, I'll sell one of my current R13s.

Thanks,
Steve

Steven A. Haaser steven.haaser@-----.edu
The Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory
443.778.6597 (voice) 443.778.5597 (fax) Baltimore
240.228.6597 (voice) 240.228.5597 (fax) Washington DC

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