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Author: Nicko
Date: 2000-06-21 06:05
Hi. I am at university majoring in music performance. I currently play on a pair of Buffet R13's which are beautiful instruments and I cant complain about them. As much as I love the R13 Bb, it's not everything Im looking for. I play in an orchestra and wind orchestra at uni, as well as my state youth orchestra. Im looking for a darker, richer sounds - not as bright and focused as the R13. I recently tested a Buffet RC, RC Prestige, Festival and DG. I quickly managed to narrow it down the the festival and DG, but I have to say I absolutely fell in love with the DG. It is a gem. Only thing is, I haven't read any write ups about it or comments from other people. Ive searched the internet and the DG isn't mentioned anywhere. COuld anyone help me out by telling me the actual purpose for which the DG was first invented? Any information would help
thanks
nick
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Author: Graham Elliott
Date: 2000-06-21 08:07
I once had a very quick blow on a DG owned by one of UK's premier clarinettists, and was mightily impressed. The lower register seemed very chocalatey (you could call it "dark").
I know of two players here that use them: Angela Malsbury (the aforementioned) and Colin Lawson. But I hear that they have not become very popular generally so thay are not regarded by Buffet as one of their success stories.
Both the above players play with a big broad sound, so despite the DG being the narrowest bore of the Buffet range (I'm told) they play "big".
If I were in the market for a new pair of modern instruments, the DG would be at the top of my shopping list.
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Author: stephen
Date: 2000-06-21 13:32
What does DG stand for and who makes them???????
Stephen :-)
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Author: Brent
Date: 2000-06-21 13:40
I'm not familiar with the DG model you mention. However, i find it interesting that in your list there is not one model by Selmer, LeBlanc or Yamaha. You may be short changing yourself by not considering these other instruments, some of which are excellent and the instrument of choice for noted professionals.
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Author: Mario
Date: 2000-06-21 16:46
If you already own quality R13s and find them wanting, then you are ready for the big leagues. Nonwithstanding the usual remarks about "all clarinets are different, test them well before buying etc.,", you might want to consider some of the top of the line instruments such as Wurlitzer and Rossi. There is a risk that, by taking too small a step now, you will outgrow your new instrument and be back on hte market in a few years.
The R13 is an excellent Buffet model. The other Buffet are better, but not substantially so. You've got to get out of Buffet and get to the next layer (the custome horns).
Selmer, Yamaha and Leblanc are nowwhere close to the quality of the custom horns from a grand master clarinet maker.
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Author: Nicko
Date: 2000-06-21 22:41
Thanks for all your replies. I have no idea what DG stands for or why it was invented. That's why i wrote the original message. I've had a leblanc in the past and have tried other leblancs, and don't find them to be of the same quality as Buffet. I didn't even know Selmer and Yamaha made good quality instruments. I've just always thought of those two makers as crap...but I guess Im wrong. Mario, I see what your getting at and you have a good point, but I've never heard of those brands. My teacher is principal clarinet of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Australia, and he is a Buffet franatic. I think he is hoping I will stick to Buffet's.
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Author: BAC
Date: 2000-06-22 00:03
Just another thought - have your tried various combinations of barrels and mouthpieces with the R13?
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