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Author: GoodWinds ★2017
Date: 2011-04-02 17:37
Hi again,
I'm starting to look into purchasing a used bass clarinet for my doubling needs. I'm afraid my early searches have led mostly to confusion...
Anybody got a suggestion as to where I might find a decent instrument in good working order for $2k or less? I'm open to non-wood as long as the tone is decent and the instrument's in tune.
Thanks again for your time and help!
mary
GoodWinds
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Author: kilo
Date: 2011-04-02 17:42
If you don't need the extended range you can get a new Yamaha 221 II and a professional mouthpiece for that amount.
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Author: davyd
Date: 2011-04-03 21:38
Several years ago, one of my colleagues made arrangements with The Woodwind & The Brasswind to come out to their Indiana location and try out bass clarinets; he chose the 'best' of something like 6 candidates. When you factor in travel expenses, that seem a bit extreme. But he felt it was worth the trip, and he did come home with quite a fine instrument.
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Author: GoodWinds ★2017
Date: 2011-04-04 01:57
I did a similar thing with purchasing an English horn for my college: they sent me to a distributor with a wide selection and I was able to try several. Undoubtedly the best way to purchase an instrument.
My problem is that my current bass clarinet skills aren't up to such a trial... yet. I doubt I would be able to tell much difference except in the ease of playing, which is a definite factor for me.
Thanks!
GoodWinds
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Author: SteveG_CT
Date: 2011-04-04 13:50
I doubt you'll have too much trouble finding a good used instrument for less than $2k providing you don't need a low-C model. Good used low-Eb basses seem to start at around $800-$1000. However, if you do need a low-C then finding a decent one under $2k will be difficult.
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Author: GoodWinds ★2017
Date: 2011-04-04 16:04
I looked at the site and it does seem a very good deal.
Thanks for the tip.
GoodWinds
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