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Buffet R13 made in 1989

Author: KristinVanHorn
Date: 2007-07-27 12:57

I'm thinking about buying a R13 that was made in 1989. Was that a good year for Buffet R13 clarinets? Also, has anything been improved or changed on R13 since 1989?

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Re: Buffet R13 made in 1989

Author: Bob Phillips
Date: 2007-07-27 15:04

Clarinets are highly variable. Differences occur in the bore shape, tone hole placement and undercutting, aging (maybe) and the mechanism adjustments. Problems with set-up can be cured by a competent technician. The other problems can be cured by a rare individual.

These variables override the instrument's birth date in determining whether or not a given instrument is first rate, second rate or a disaster.

Play the horn; compare it to alternatives and decide on that particular instrument's own merits.

Bob Phillips

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Re: Buffet R13 made in 1989

Author: rtmyth
Date: 2007-07-27 15:09

Phillips said it well. Try many before buying. Applies to all makes and models.

richard smith

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Re: Buffet R13 made in 1989

Author: bstutsman
Date: 2007-07-27 21:24

You might also consider getting the horn to someone who can measure the bore accurately. After 20 years the bore has perhaps expanded at least a little. This could lead to intonation problems. It also depends on how much the horn has been played over the years.

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Re: Buffet R13 made in 1989

Author: Chris P
Date: 2007-07-27 23:25

How well has this clarinet been maintained?

Some clarinets from 20 years ago can be in much better condition than some made 5 years ago depending on how well they've been looked after by the player.

Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.

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Re: Buffet R13 made in 1989

Author: KristinVanHorn
Date: 2007-07-28 00:41

Chris P wrote:

> How well has this clarinet been maintained?
>
> Some clarinets from 20 years ago can be in much better
> condition than some made 5 years ago depending on how well
> they've been looked after by the player.
>

Here's a link to the some pics and description

http://www.kesslermusic.com/auction/usedR13/eBay.htm

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