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Author: Gingikinz
Date: 2015-08-10 06:20
Hello, fellow musical internet users. I am about to go into college, and I need a new clarinet to replace my old YCL 250. After trying many clarinets, including Yamaha, Buffet, and Jupiter clarinets, I found that I liked the Jupiter model the best. I was playing and comparing the 737NTO to the Buffet E12F and E11, and I found that (I felt) the Jupiter model filled a very small gap between the two Buffet models. This, combined with the lesser cost of the Jupiter, led me to have that as my decision. I like the sound of it, I think it's better than the E11, but not as great as the E12F. I have not bought yet, and I would like to know your feelings on this clarinet; mostly the durability and build of it. What are your thoughts on this clarinet?
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Author: Gingikinz
Date: 2015-08-10 18:35
The thing with that is that there isn't one in my area to try. I'm only considering Jupiter because it is cheaper than Buffet and basically the same in sound quality to me.
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Author: Steven Ocone
Date: 2015-08-12 04:00
Jupiter is a brand I sometimes recommend. The quality should be better than most of the other Asian clarinets available. I'm not familiar with the playing characteristics of that model.
Steve Ocone
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Author: KenJarczyk
Date: 2015-08-12 05:02
Not to attempt to sway you from your intended purchase, but the Jupiter 737NTO averages out around $900. For the same price, you can get a Professional Lyrique clarinet from Ridenour. You can have a horn that is actually in tune, has a great sound and will never crack!
Ken Jarczyk
Woodwinds Specialist
Eb, C, Bb, A & Bass Clarinets
Soprano, Alto, Tenor & Baritone Saxophones
Flute, Alto Flute, Piccolo
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Author: Ursa
Date: 2015-08-12 06:04
If durability is a concern, there are still new Noblet 4K, 40, and 45 clarinets available from online retailers in the neighbourhood of US$1000. The keywork on these has excellent resistance to bending and wear. The 45 also has gold-plated springs which fight corrosion.
That said, since you're going off to college, I'd strongly recommend contacting the clarinet instructors there for a recommendation. Even if you're not going to be a performance major, there might be some makes and models that are more welcomed than others.
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Author: Gingikinz
Date: 2015-08-12 06:50
Thank you all for your input, I have contacted my professor and I am going with a Buffet E12F. After more playing and consideration, this seemed the logical choice. It was more expensive, but it certainly sounded better!
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