Author: stevesklar
Date: 2012-03-20 15:52
Lorie,
Yes, I also wonder if the upswept pad cup is solely indicative of Malerne as my basic research has somewhat disproven ... the Martin Freres as an example. I'm more curious with the low serial number of the few Martin Freres I've looked at if they could be the early E&Ss ?
There are other identifiers that one has to look really closely. And it would really help if particular models are in one's hands for comparison. Though I don't plan on heavy research of any type as there are many brands I simply do not research as I'm not really personally interested.
Unless we get exact samples side by side, take measurements, etc we really don't know.
For example - I had a Buffet Academy model vs Buffet regular model which I had in my hands which were 275 sn #s apart. That was quite an eye opener. there is alot of info about the Academy Model, but having one in my hand and a virtual "same time" manufacturing twin really showed the real differences versus speculative.
In the end, if the clarinet plays and sounds well then it is a good playing clarinet. Proper maintenance and storage, care can make them last a long time. I've seen some 1920ish clarinets which look brand new with deep emblem imprints, etc. And they play nicely. Not the nice, thicker and sturdier keywork of today and improvements in intonation, etc. but still very nice playing clarinet.
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Stephen Sklar
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