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RE: New R-13-to Albert

Author: Hiroshi
Date: 2000-01-11 03:28

Many people like R-13 since many pros use them in U.S. However they use customized(modified) R-13s.Pitch problems seem to be intrinsic for off-the-shelf R-13.

If you are serious, it will be better to consult with professional customizers such as Mr.Swiney(Hans Moenig's last apprentice) or Mr.Tom Ridenour.Total tone hole corrections,barrel change,bell throat enlargement,and register tube replacement may be required.(You can read how many modifications late Mr.Moennig made on R-13s on Klarinet archive.)

Another choice is to try a special bell by Muncy,several Moennig barrels,and Galper's register keys but this is not clever idea to try,since there are no knowledge background.

Most provably above modifications might cost too much.If pitch problems are the main concerns,exchange that R-13 with a Selmer Signature with another 300$-500$.3 cent pitch deviation can be reduced to within one cent.

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