Author: Topher
Date: 2004-04-12 18:34
Hey everyone,
I've been playing the bass clarinet for more than a few years, and toward the beginning of last year I got a Buffet 1180 bass. It is a beautiful horn, but the "long" clarion notes (B, C, C#, and somewhat D) have always been very resistant, with a stuffy tone and tending to be about 15 to 20 cents sharp. At first I thought it was just a matter of going from a Selmer student model to this awesome Buffet beast, but over the past year these notes have not improved. It was purchased as a factory display model, so I couldn't return it or order multiple to chose my favorite. Is this a common problem with the 1180's (which have a single register vent), or did I just get a freak? All the pads, keywork, etc. have been checked, so it is not a mechanical problem. I use a Vandoren B45 and Vandy Blue Box #3 1/2, if that is important. Thanks in advance for your help!
topher
PS-I am saving up for a 1193 and a nice set of sopranos, since my plan is to go to college on the clarinet. I just want to know if my instrument is abnormal before I try to sell it.
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