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Re: Eb clarinet barrel question

Author: Hurstfarm
Date: 2011-10-18 22:16

Backun do a range of barrels in different materials, including a useful 'cutaway' model which enables Bb clarinet reeds to be used un-trimmed. I had one custom made in grenadilla to fit a Leblanc Concerto, as the top socket is non-standard, and it gave a noticeably fuller tone, particularly for the throat notes (and better on my instrument than the Fobes barrel). I now use an RC prestige, and although I've added a standard fit Backun cutaway barrel (cocobolo worked best this time) the difference is much more subtle. I've used the same Fobes mouthpiece on both instruments.

As ever, it's worth trying different setups if you can, as every combination of instrument, player and barrel is different!

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