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Author: Wookie001
Date: 2024-02-19 22:02
Can you recommend a good clarinet case for a 1967 R13 Bb clarinet? A case that leaves enough space, so there is no pressure on the mechanics. But still with very good protection.
Post Edited (2024-02-19 22:09)
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Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2024-02-20 01:52
I think you just mean....."a good clarinet case for a single horn." The '67 is your baby, I get it.
I always thought the BAM cases were the most padded on the market (memory foam for padding). There is a practical side of me that doesn't care for them though. They open length-wise, don't stay open well on your lap, and don't have room for much inside beyond the horn.
If you can stand the practical suggestion, I really like the inexpensive Protec case.
https://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/protec-zip-clarinet-case-with-removable-music-pocket
Stays open, has plenty of room for "stuff" and you can even remove the extra music pouch if you don't need it - it's really small and convenient.
..............Paul Aviles
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Author: Wookie001
Date: 2024-02-20 06:36
Thanks I'll have a look at both cases.
One thing I'm wondering, do the vintage R13 clarinets from the 60s or 70s also fit perfectly into modern Buffet cases or do they need specially formed cases because maybe the design of the keywork has changed over time?
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Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2024-02-20 06:49
Nope, no problem......straight up regular clarinet.
............Paul Aviles
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2024-02-22 00:18
I'd avoid cases made specifically for Buffet anything as they're overpriced because of the name Buffet stuck on them and aren't particularly well made.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.
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Author: m1964
Date: 2024-02-22 13:57
I agree with the overpriced part.
Regarding well-made or not: I once tripped and fell on top of the Buffet Prestige attache double case. The case fell on the ground first, then I landed on top of it with all my weight and at some speed since I was trying to walk quickly before I fell.
The case cracked at two corners but both clarinets were fine, and I did have the case fixed. Using it now.
Not sure if my clarinets would be fine had I landed onto a soft Protec style case...
Jakob Winter cases look nice in pictures, I never seen one in person.
Talking about overpriced: Wiseman case here: https://corbinclarinetproducts.com/products/wiseman-wooden-double-clarinet-case?variant=47897206194492
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2024-02-22 22:59
The wood shell is the good part, but the insides don't fully cradle the joints and also the latches and handles often fail or fall apart.
A Yamaha case is much better built and fitted out and sometimes you can find them on special offer if someone's bought a set of Yamaha clarinets and decided to go for an aftermarket case rather than sticking with the originals (both single and double cases), so check with woodwind specialists as they often have abandoned Yamaha cases in their bargain bins.
I particularly like their wooden double cases and the slim single cases that come with a case cover are very compact - almost as small as oboe d'amore cases.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.
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