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Which one to keep?

Author: Nathanael
Date: 2008-07-06 06:22

I have three clarinets, I'm keeping one and selling the other two - but I don't know which one is best! Can you guys help me out?

Boosey & Hawkes 2-20 Wood made in England serial # 192970 (possibly from the 1960's according to http://www.clarinetperfection.com/snclarinet.htm)

Buffet E-11 Wood made in West Germany serial #397897 (which I saw from another source is probably made in 1995)

Malerne Standard Wood made in Paris serial # A7634 (possibly from 1940's according to http://www.clarinetperfection.com/snclarinet.htm)

All are in similar condition - but I don't need them all. Any ideas?

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Re: Which one to keep?

Author: tictactux ★2017
Date: 2008-07-06 08:01

Which one do you like best? With which one do you play best? These are very subjective things, and I don't believe anyone but you can find the answer.

If all sound equal, feel equal, then sell the two that bring most money, probably the Boosey and the Buffet.

--
Ben

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Re: Which one to keep?

Author: DavidBlumberg
Date: 2008-07-06 17:35

Best sound, best intonation is what to keep.

Remember that the E11 has smaller RH bottom stack keys than the pro model.

Also, depending on wear, the older clarinets may feel blown out. Doesn't mean that it is, nor can't be rehabbed to be good, but that it could get expensive, especially if the key action is worn out, or the bore changed.

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