Klarinet Archive - Posting 000202.txt from 2009/03

From: "Charles Strum" <strum@-----.com>
Subj: RE: [kl] Intermediate Instrument
Date: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 10:12:11 -0400

For a bit more money, you might look at the Yamaha line, particularly the
YCL-650. I have not played it, but those I know who have played Yamaha
instruments, from the 650 on one, say you can't beat them for intonation and
ease. Given the market, they are priced more attractively than some other
brands. You might also want to try Tom Ridenour's Lyrique. Some of its
diehard fans say you can't be it for quality and price. Good luck.

-----Original Message-----
From: stevenl751@-----.com]
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 10:00 AM
To: klarinet@-----.org
Subject: [kl] Intermediate Instrument

Hi Everyone,

My 30+-year old "Selmer Signet Soloist" clarinet is unfortunately
reaching the
end of it's run, and I am looking to replace it with a good
intermediate-level
instrument.? I am an amateur player of 35 years and I play regularly in
a
community symphonic band.? I love playing clarinet and I want an
instrument that
will be easy to play and sound good, but I can't afford to?break the
bank on it
either.??Whatever I get, I'll?probably be keeping it for a long time,
so?new is
probably better than used.? The section leader in my band recommended
that I
look at a Buffet E11.? How do others feel about that clarinet?? Are
there other
models that you'd recommend instead?

Thanks in advance for your input!

- Steve Lewis

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