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RE: Leblanc Opus versus Leblanc Concerto

Author: Mark Charette
Date: 2001-03-28 04:03

Irwin wrote:
> "I am a Leblanc clinician, and I have worked with the people
> that make these instrments. Although there are many myths
> concerning the difference between Opus and Concerto, the TRUTH
> is that in the acoustic design, meaning the bore dimensions,
> the tone hole placement, etc. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO DIFFERENCE
> BETWEEN THE OPUS AND THE CONCERTO. This is a fact. Any
> differences you notice are probably the factors of bore change
> because of shrinking or swelling over time. Real differences
> involve merely some tenon caps, the extra Eb key, and that's
> about it. As far as darkness, brightness, etc. much of that
> has to do with embouchure, tongue position, use of air,
> mouthpiece and reed choice."

I've heard the exact same thing from a Leblanc designer. An instrument is worth what you pay for it, and if an Opus plays better for someone than a Concerto - so be it.

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