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Author: GBK
Date: 2004-12-22 21:11
The R-13 is the most commonly played professional level clarinet, but there is no such thing as the "best."
Buffet makes a number of professional level clarinets for all tastes, playing styles and budgets.
Even on this bulletin board alone you will find someone who plays, recommends, or adamently defends each model.
Look over the Buffet web site for the specifics of each particular clarinet:
http://www.buffet-crampon.com/
Take your teacher with you when you try out clarinets.
Call ahead so that you have a number of them to compare.
Don't overlook the possibility of purchasing a used clarinet from a reputable seller...GBK
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Author: Brenda Siewert
Date: 2004-12-22 22:01
GBK gives excellent advise. Let your teacher help you either by going with you, or going at her convenience to play-test several instruments. I had to try out several before I found my new Buffet R-13.
Having owned a Festival and a Prestige, I've gone back to the standard R-13 because it delivers all the bang for the buck that I need. It has a great, standard orchestral tone and plays well with others. You can spend more money on a Festival or a Prestige, but you really don't need more than the R-13.
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Author: john gibson
Date: 2004-12-22 23:07
Brenda and GBK are right. Play them first, but the R-13 is a great instrument. I also have a Leblanc "LL" which" is a great clarinet. Play them girl and choose which is best for you.
By the way Brenda.....I was looking for you e-mail address so I could say Merry Christmas, but apparently don't have the new one.
I hope you are well. MERRY CHRISTMAS.
John Gibson
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Author: OpusII
Date: 2004-12-23 06:57
Just play as many different brands and types as you can and pick the one you liked best (and the person who you drag with you to listen to all the clarinets ![[cool]](http://test.woodwind.org/clarinet/BBoard/smileys/cool.gif) )
I have bought a Leblanc Opus II and I still think it's the best instrument for me....( but unfortunately it cracked and I've to send it back to the factory in January....so then I will play my Buffet Crampon RC until my baby returns)
Just try everything within you're budget, happy hunting
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Author: sfalexi
Date: 2004-12-23 14:09
FYI,
The differences between the Prestige and the regular R13 are minimal. The prestige is made of "heartwood" (the very center of a tree trunk) while the regular R13 may be a cross section farther away, and the prestige has an alternate Eb key. That's it.
Alexi
US Army Japan Band
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Author: Brenda Siewert
Date: 2004-12-23 14:14
John, my email isn't posted because I got too many spams with the old one, so decided not to make it public this time.
Merry Christmas to you and yours and everyone on the board.
Amanda, I hope you find a wonderful clarinet and enjoy it for many years to come. If we can help in any way, just post!
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Author: William
Date: 2004-12-23 14:40
The only other suggestion I would offer would be for you to choose a new clarinet that has the alternate LH Eb/Ab lever. My Buffet Prestige low C bass has that extra key and I am finding much good use for it--even in my "old age". If I were a young student beginning serious clarinet studies, I would choose clarinets that have that extra key and learn how to effectively use it from "day one". Alternate LH Eb/Ab--a definate technical advantage for the modern clarinetist.
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Author: Ron
Date: 2004-12-23 20:51
Hi,
Your teacher is lending you an excellent clarinet. There are many professional players using the R13 for many years. The important thing to keep in mind is that all clarinets within the same model are different. When you buy your clarinet, make sure that your teacher is with you or perhaps, let your teacher pick one out for you. You will do well with the Buffet R13. Always take care of it and treat it with respect...and remember that in order to take full advantage of a good clarinet, you must have a good mouthpiece and decent reeds. Then it will serve you well. Best of luck to you.
Ron
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Author: 3dogmom
Date: 2004-12-23 23:59
One more snip of advice - when you try out the clarinets, don't look at the model or let your teacher tell you which ones they are. Sometimes our expectations can affect our judgement. Your ear and your hands will tell you which one is best for you, and your teacher will hear it as well. You might end up surprising yourself!
Sue
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Author: c@p
Date: 2004-12-24 00:41
I purchased a clarient about 2 years ago. My personal experience has been that the Buffet Vintage has a longer reach to the lower little finger keys for both hands. The new R13, as well as my old 1955 Buttet Crampton Master Model feel far more compact after playin the Vintage.
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