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Author: rbrenman
Date: 2014-09-15 01:12
I have a Selmer Centered Tone, 1956 vintage......need a slightly longer barrel.
There are many Selmer barrels (and newer ringless ones) on ebay, but none designated for the Q series; (lots of series 9, 10, 10C, etc.)
Which barrel would best fit the Centered Tone, (which I find tough to play in tune, perhaps because of the size of the bore).
Thanks. Bob Brenman
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Author: Alseg
Date: 2014-09-15 03:58
The Center Tone Selmer barrels have a wider bore. The Radio Improved model might also work if you find one. Otherwise, you can have one bored out or made for you.
I used to get a fair number of requests for CT models, and Conn, and the Jazz and Big Band models, but less so now.
Disclaimer: I make custom barrels.
Former creator of CUSTOM CLARINET TUNING BARRELS by DR. ALLAN SEGAL
-Where the Sound Matters Most(tm)-
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Author: gkern
Date: 2014-09-15 20:23
I used a Series 9 (not 9*) A barrel on my P Series CT for a while, and it seemed to work OK. I assume a Bb barrel would work also; these have the same bore as the CT.
Gary K
Post Edited (2014-09-15 20:24)
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Author: rbrenman
Date: 2014-09-15 23:52
Thanks. Makes sense to try a series 9 barrel first; and, if it doesn't work, perhaps to have one bored out.
Also, any ideas re mouthpiece pairings? I am an older, semi-amateur player, playing oldies jazz, whose embouchure is starting to slip. I've played a VD 5JB for years, now need something a bit easier, (and with a more mellow sound, if possible).
I appreciate everyone's input. (And, take my advice: put off getting older as long as possible1)
Bob
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Author: gkern
Date: 2014-09-16 02:58
Bob - for me, a Selmer HS Oval or a Woodwind K9 work beautifully, and are easier to deal with than the wide open 5JB. I suppose a Selmer HS* would work too. Vytas Krass refaced both the HS and K9, shortening the K9 a bit also. For jazz, bending notes and glissing is easy with either of the mouthpieces.
Wish I had taken your advice about aging - my 77th is coming in a little over a month...
Gary K
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2014-09-16 18:06
What length barrel are you using? I personally find 67mm barrels are best for CTs and Series 9s.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.
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Author: rbrenman
Date: 2014-09-18 02:36
Thanks again: my 77th is next year! And I played the 5JB for so long, that closed mouthpieces are a problem for me; less embouchure, but still biting.
I may try some of the ones mentioned.
And....I was using a 65mm barrel. Will look for a 66 or 67mm Selmer 9, if possible. Bob
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Author: KenJarczyk
Date: 2014-09-25 06:30
I play a CT, and use the original Selmer barrel, but I also have used a Clark Fobes cocobola barrel with the hard-rubber lining. The Fobes barrel is available in several lengths, but I would suggest staying standard with a 66. The CT really sings with that barrel! The reason I use the original barrel is that it pretty much sings with that one too! I always use the Fobes barrel on my Selmer series 10, and I use another Fobes on my Selmer Series 10-G "A" clarinet. Symphony gigs are on the Buffet R13's all with Chadash barrels.
On the CT - a good mouthpiece that won't kill your chops is the Fobes San Fransisco CF+ piece. You'll find it very flexible, very comfortable, and with that warm and sweet ringing sound.
No, I'm not a Fobes salesman... But I've really found that his stuff works!
Ken Jarczyk
Woodwinds Specialist
Eb, C, Bb, A & Bass Clarinets
Soprano, Alto, Tenor & Baritone Saxophones
Flute, Alto Flute, Piccolo
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