Author: pewd
Date: 2014-07-31 18:24
The biggest bang for your buck at this point would be to get the pads fixed.
After 7 years, you'd be shocked at the improvement after a full repad.
If money's an issue, I'd go in the following order:
1. maintenance - fix the pads, key cork problems, etc.
2. mouthpiece - try several in a music store: M13, M13-Lyre, M15, Fobes Nova
3. A Buffet E-12F is an excellent choice of a wooden instrument if on a budget.
Good luck, keep working hard! Not many get to sit 1st, keep it up!
- Paul Dods
Dallas, Texas
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