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Re: Leblanc Symphony Model

Author: J B Lansing
Date: 2006-01-08 01:08

Thanks for the reply. I have not quite decided to play just the Symphony, mostly because of the smooth sound of the Sonata in most of its range. I was suprised at to relatively strident long tones which are very diferent from the rest of the range. I noticed that the inside of the bell is textured (on purpose?) I wonder if it is to help counter the problem. If so, it is not helping much. (I should not over state this the B is controlable with some care. The low E is the more difficult note.) Low F is OK.
As to the mouth piece for the Symphony. I think I will agree that the older mouthpieces may well work better and I think you have convinced me to stop being cheap and get a good one. So what early models do you recomend. I find the Selmer HS* a little more close than I like, although I do get use to it after a bit and I expect I could optimise by exploring different reed typs and strengths.
Once again I am greatfull for any advice.
Thanks
JB

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