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Author: Mr.B
Date: 2008-02-01 12:27
First post!
I'm in my early 40's and just started learning to play the clarinet. I can read music so that part is easier. I don't have any particular problems at this time as I'm only memorizing and practicing in the chalumeau and lower clarion registers.
I bought a Selmer Signet 100 and it came with a "Noblet 2" mouthpiece. I can't find any information on this mouthpiece. Is this an OK mouthpiece for an adult beginner? Is it comparable to any of the better known ones?
So far I'm very happy with my instrument and I enjoy the chalenge of learning something new.
Benoit
40ish beginner
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Author: BobD
Date: 2008-02-01 13:38
It doesn't seem to be one that is mentioned frequently but if you feel comfortable with it that's all that matters. The only effective way to evaluate mps is to try them.
Bob Draznik
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Author: pewd
Date: 2008-02-02 01:40
its a student model mouthpiece ; i don't particularily care for them.
but, what BodD said - if its working for you, cool, have at it.
If not, try a Fobes 'Debut'.
now, the floodgates will open, and we'll have 20 posts with 20 different mouthpiece recommendations....
- Paul Dods
Dallas, Texas
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Author: Ronish
Date: 2008-02-02 03:28
Hullo again Bob.D,
No I don`t think that is the right aproach, "`if it feels OK and comfortable". If you are a relative new comer how do you know how a piece is supposed to feel? I`m in my 1st. year of playing and I`ve tried many mouthpieces and now I know, for me, what I like and are the most comfortable with. It turned out to be a Premiere Hite.
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Author: stevesklar
Date: 2008-02-02 03:54
I have a couple of Noblet 2 mpcs. One came with my 1978 Normandy 4 and another is more of a vintage Noblet 2 with the fancy scroll on the body.
They both play well, sound good (the vintage one more so) but as mentioned they are more student type. Of course, i'm sure they churned out tons of these mpcs and not all of them may play really nicely , mine do.
If you are currently playing fine with it and don't have any other mpcs to use/ test against, I'd say stick with it.
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Stephen Sklar
My YouTube Channel of Clarinet Information
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Author: glcdurham
Date: 2014-10-23 22:20
I read a report it was from a girl who had an expensive clarinet. She dropped the mouthpiece breaking it. She then bought a Noblet 27 which she thought enhanced her playing she still treasures it after many years. I'm buying a Noblet 2 and I wondered what relation it was to the Noblet 27?
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Author: Caroline Smale
Date: 2014-10-24 23:04
I Have seen several Noblet 2s over past 50 years and just very occasionally others with a single digit, never come across anything with 2 digits like 27.
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Author: Caroline Smale
Date: 2014-10-25 01:35
Have just spotted a Noblet 27 on ebay in USA .... The "27" refers to the clarinet model (an entry intermediate level) rather than to the mouthpiece.
The details of it's mouthpiece number are not visible in the photos but I would expect it to be a 2 or 3 as these were typically provided with this level of clarinet.
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Author: glcdurham
Date: 2014-10-27 23:43
Thank you for your help, on the Noblet 27. Trying different mouthpieces to find which ones suit can prove expensive I've found.
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Author: GLHopkins
Date: 2014-11-09 08:46
It is most likely a hard rubber Riffault mouthpiece made for Leblanc. Some of these can be very good. I have one marked VITO that plays exceptionally well, and is very reed friendly. When you progress to a point where you feel you need more from your mouthpiece you may consider sending it to Brad Behn. or some other artisan, and have it refaced into a work of art that you'll appreciate for years.
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