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Re: Yamaha or Selmer Bass

Author: Brenda Siewert
Date: 2005-06-07 22:40

I've been buying quite a few used instruments lately and have been so surprised at the quality of the Yamahas. I used to steer clear of them, but am rethinking my evaluation based upon intonation and quality of workmanship on them. In fact, I just bought Sherman Friedland's Yamaha and he tells me the intonation is about the best he's ever found.

So, can't answer about the bass clarinet, but have heard similar good stories about them.

I play-tested several new Selmer bass clarinets and really didn't like them. The fingering felt awkward. I'm sure they're good quality instruments, as they have a reputation for being, but wouldn't buy one because of the way they felt in the hand.

I bought a new Leblanc 425S and found it to be a very good quality instrument. I know this is not Yamaha or Selmer as you questioned, but thought I'd throw in another consideration. I was quite happy with the intonation, quality of construction and sound. Great tone!

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