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Re: Intermediate or Professional Clarinet for College?

Author: TomS
Date: 2014-08-01 01:26

It was very common in High School (45 years ago) for the "better" players to own top of the line clarinets. However, with a much better economy in those days and R13s/Leblanc LL/Selmer Series 9s and 10s going for about 400 bucks (list price!), it was easier for most families to afford.

I vote for the RCP Lyrique Libertas ... but I've owned and played many others. You will pay more for a really good used R13 than one of Ridenour's instruments. But, try several brands and models ... just get the one you like.

Some of the new wooden clarinets have resorted to tone hole inserts and actually sealing/painting the wood to assure better reliability under age and changing conditions. Seems like a small step to just go with a non-wood instrument.

I'd move to the best clarinet you can afford and keep it forever, if it holds together and doesn't limit your progress.

Tom

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