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Bundy Bass Clar--Help me understand this instrument!

Author: KatGold
Date: 2015-08-04 15:52

Please help! I know nothing of clarinets (I'm a flute player). I might purchase a vintage wood Bundy B Flat Bass Clarinet (long story). It was played by a professional, never a school.

My questions to you are: What are the general thoughts on vintage Bundy Basses? I think this is about 30 years old. I'm told it has no cracks and is in great playing condition. I will go look at it if you guys give me the green light (it is a long drive and I have a busy week, I don't want to spend half a day on this if the general feeling is it couldn't be worth it).

WHat do I look for? Even though I don't play clarinet, I'm sure I could give it a blow and finger around a bit.

What are the pitfalls? How do I wrap my head around this? This fellow is cleaning out his storage unit (which itself scares me...I hope the wood isn't damaged) so he is anxious to be rid of it soon.

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