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Author: al
Date: 2001-10-14 00:41
Question on Pedler clarinets........I've got an Alto and a Bass both will require
extensive repairs. Who made these and are they worth fixin?? Thanks
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Author: Dee
Date: 2001-10-14 01:48
Pedler company is now out of business but used to manufacture their own clarinets. So these are not "stencil" horns.
I'm not sure of the quality though. Probably others can help you there.
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Author: willie
Date: 2001-10-14 05:25
It depends on what model and how old it is. They made many different grades, mostly student models. When Harry Pedler ran the company, workmanship was pretty good, even on the student models. After WWll they kinda went downhill a bit. If they just need a good cleaning and pads, I'd say go for it as they will still make good back up horns. They also made some metal alto and basses, but I confess I've never had or played one so I cannot say how good (or bad) they were.
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Author: Don Berger
Date: 2001-10-14 19:11
I also have a Pedler Alto AND Bass, quite old, very similar in construction , both having the same "double register keying" system , reasonably workable !! I usually play my Selmers tho, they fit my somewhat small hands much better. As Dee points out , they are likely pre-WW II. Have fun, Don
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Author: jim lande
Date: 2001-10-15 03:46
They made a lot of metal clarinets. Signature models -- no model name, just "Harry (Middle Initial) Pedler".were sold as professional quality instruments. I have restored one of these and am satisfied that it is much better than student quality. I have restored a "Custombilt" alto that clearly was a student instrument.
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Author: Liz
Date: 2001-12-20 15:52
I was wondering if anyone has a book of Serial listings? or if One knows where I should try Looking to find more Information about Pedler Co.
I have found an individual that has the ability to service Pedler clarinets. If anyone would like that information I would gladly be able to help. I own one and would like to find more infromation.
Thanks.
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Author: Richard Seaman
Date: 2003-02-04 22:24
Liz,
Did you ever get any info on Pedler serial numbers? I have a number of them and am also interested in the name of the technician.
Thanks,
Richard, Phoenix,AZ
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Author: Saxismyaxe
Date: 2006-06-07 07:07
Ditto the request for any time lines based on serial numbers. I have purchased a number of these Pedler clarinets (mostly wood and Hard Rubber with a few metal, usually acquired for next to nothing in lot purchases of Saxophones, and a few strictly for the vintage mouthpieces..IMHO the clarinet just came with it:) ), and I'd like to rough date them. I know my Saxophones/makes/models/history etc., but in terms of Clarinets Pedler is a maker I know precious little about; save for the fact that they aren't exactly top drawer by anyone's standards (PaulWL, are you out there?).
Cheers.
Mike S/Saxismyaxe
Administrator:
Saxontheweb.net
Vintagehorn.com
Post Edited (2006-06-07 07:13)
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Author: BobD
Date: 2006-06-07 10:38
In my experience Pedlars are "good" horns but only desired by a few loyal subjects. If you feel they will be keepers (not to resell) the expense might be justified. They are the Studebakers of the clarinet world.
Bob Draznik
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Author: graceej13
Date: 2006-06-09 02:20
I have a Pedler I played all through high school and even a year of college. I was always told they were "hand made" in Elkhart, Indiana. Quirky is how I would describe it. Generally very short barrel (I was always sharp!) and not the best intonation. But very nice tone - dark and full and sultry.
I like Bob Draznik's saying "They are the Studebakers of the clarinet world".
Interestingly enough the Studebaker was made in South Bend Indiana, about 15 miles from Elkhart.
Grace
PGrace
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