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Author: blunderburtonpie
Date: 2004-11-26 21:45
well...i'm new to the clarinet, i usually play french horn, but i need a clarinet and i dont know what kind to get, can anyone help me out and tell me what brand works well and isnt too expensive?!? it would be very much appreciated...thanx peoples
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Author: Bnatural
Date: 2004-11-26 21:50
newest one on the market is forte clarinet
Simple rules:
No walmart/kmart/best buy/sams club clarinets
Run brands by the search engine on here if your curious
Welcome to the world of the clarinet
Do a search for this we've talked about it many times before.
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Author: sfalexi
Date: 2004-11-26 22:07
Brands most recommended on here . . . (in no particular order)
Yamaha
Buffet
Selmer
Leblanc
Those are the "Big Four" that you'll hear about.
I personally will vouch for Amati (at least their 'pro' line instruments are very good, and I've heard good things about their student lines as well)
And the newest out on the market (and with very favorable reviews as well) is the above mentioned "Forte"
Also out there is the Tom Ridenour TR-147 which has had very good reviews.
Pricewise, you're looking at around 300 dollars for an entry level, good clarinet from the above "big four" makers, Amati student level, and the forte. The tr-147 is more at around 750.
Don't be afraid to try used instruments either. There's a classified section on this site (look to your right as you read this post . . . it's in that list).
Also, VERY important is the mouthpiece you use. Usual recommendations are the Hite Premier, Clark Fobes Debut, Pyne Polycrystal, and the Vandoren 5RV Lyre. If you opt for the Forte (which would probably be a very good choice), it comes with a very good mouthpiece so you won't have to worry about that.
Have fun!
Alexi
US Army Japan Band
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Author: blunderburtonpie
Date: 2004-11-26 23:19
thanks for your help, i think i'll go with the forte, that seems to be the favorite from all my replies, i'll let you know how it goes
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Author: Phat Cat
Date: 2004-11-27 01:09
If you are comfortable with on-line auctions, you can also purchase the Forte clarinet from a well-respected dealer on ebay for under $400, complete with case, mouthpiece, ligature, cap, silk swab and cork grease. (I have no association with that dealer)
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