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Author: ElBlufer
Date: 2007-06-07 06:12
"Close tips=softer reeds
...Open tips= harder reeds"
I tend to disagree with this statement. As a mouthpiece is more open, there is more space that the reed must bend through. Therefore, in order to maintain similar jaw pressure to that of a more closed facing, you must play softer reeds. If what you said was correct, would a player not completely close off a closed facing with a soft reed if they are used to a hard reed on an open tip?
Also, I agree that a wood clarinet would most likely be the best option for you when you upgrade. As a poster said above, you already play on a C12, which should be made of wood (if I am not mistaken). To go down to a student model clarinet would in fact be a downgrade from what you have. If you instrument is in bad shape, perhaps an overhaul is in order (as others have mentioned). An overhaul would cost less than buying a new instrument, and would most likely wield an exceptional result.
I wish you luck on your equiptment search!
My Setup:
R13 Clarinet (Ridenour Lyrique as my backup/marching instrument)
Walter Grabner K11 mouthpiece
Rico Reserve 3.5's
Bonade ligature
Post Edited (2007-06-07 23:27)
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clarinetklutz |
2007-06-06 22:18 |
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marshall |
2007-06-06 22:42 |
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clarinetklutz |
2007-06-06 23:05 |
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pewd |
2007-06-06 23:20 |
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SVClarinet09 |
2007-06-06 23:32 |
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clarinetklutz |
2007-06-06 23:56 |
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clariniano |
2007-06-06 23:59 |
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clarinetklutz |
2007-06-07 02:07 |
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C2thew |
2007-06-07 02:03 |
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SVClarinet09 |
2007-06-07 02:31 |
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kuteclar |
2007-06-07 04:49 |
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Clarinet4hire |
2007-06-07 05:54 |
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Re: I'm planning to buy a Bb Clarinet, but I need help!! |
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ElBlufer |
2007-06-07 06:12 |
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musiciandave |
2007-06-07 12:26 |
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rtmyth |
2007-06-07 15:21 |
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clockwiser |
2007-06-07 16:07 |
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JJAlbrecht |
2007-06-07 15:48 |
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Vytas |
2007-06-07 16:12 |
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stevensfo |
2007-06-07 16:33 |
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claritoot26 |
2007-06-07 16:54 |
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2007-06-07 17:18 |
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Clarinet4hire |
2007-06-07 17:42 |
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kuteclar |
2007-06-07 20:03 |
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clarinetklutz |
2007-06-08 04:29 |
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SVClarinet09 |
2007-06-08 12:53 |
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clarinetklutz |
2007-06-09 22:16 |
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SVClarinet09 |
2007-06-09 23:14 |
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clarinetklutz |
2007-06-09 23:34 |
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JJAlbrecht |
2007-06-10 00:55 |
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marshall |
2007-06-10 00:31 |
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SVClarinet09 |
2007-06-10 00:55 |
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marshall |
2007-06-10 01:03 |
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