Klarinet Archive - Posting 000208.txt from 2007/10

From: "Stephen C. Moore" <stephen.c.moore@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] bass clarinets
Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2007 16:40:56 -0400

As far as new bass clarinets are concerned, the two main contenders
right now are the Buffet 1193 and the Selmer Model 67 Privilege. Both
are outstanding instruments and have their loyal camps. Since there
is no "best" instrument for everyone, the following is just my
opinion: I believe the Buffet 1193 is the finest bass clarinet that
has ever been on the market. And I'm not in the "Buffet or nothing"
camp, I have instruments of various brands and ages. Tuning and
response (to my ears) are simply unmatched, key layout is comfortable,
and "tricky" range from about top line f to b has never been easier to
play -- I am definitely spoiled and would not want to perform Pines of
Rome on anything else! It is important though to get them adjusted
regularly, the mechanism on many horns seem to be finicky and seasonal
changes may leave your bass out of adjustment...

On Oct 30, 2007 1:23 PM, plyclrnt <plyclrnt@-----.com> wrote:
> I'm in the market for a new low c bass clarinet and am leaning toward
> the Buffet 1193.
> Are there any others I should be considering?
>
> The retailer I was set to order from just told me that the expected
> arrival for an 1193 is sometime late next year. I know the last
> several years it's been getting more difficult to get new clarinets,
> but a whole year! Does anyone know if this an issue specifically with
> Buffet?
>
> If you've purchased a new instrument recently how did you go about getting it?
>
> Also, if anyone has a used one for sale let me know.
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