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Centered Tone Eb

Author: Clarineteer
Date: 2015-10-02 18:59

Does anyone have any information on a 1959 R XXXX Selmer Centered Tone Eb soprano clarinet.

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Re: Centered Tone Eb

Author: Ed
Date: 2015-10-02 19:55

What type of info are you looking for?

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Re: Centered Tone Eb

Author: Clarineteer
Date: 2015-10-02 20:47

I never saw one before. How rare are they? And how are they as a player?

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Re: Centered Tone Eb

Author: Chris P
Date: 2015-10-02 22:39
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I've got a Series 9 Eb and suspect there's not much difference between them, although mine's a full Boehm Eb.

And if it's anything to go by, I reckon the Centered Tone is also a great player too - I've never been disappointed with any CTs I've owned of any age.

Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.

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Re: Centered Tone Eb

Author: Ed
Date: 2015-10-02 22:58

Chris P- I was wondering how much difference there might be. I also have a Series 9 Eb. It was made in the early 60's (probably about 2 years later than the CT). It is a really great instrument that is very comfortable to play. The keywork feels good and does not feel cramped. It has a really nice full sound with good intonation. It is, dare I say, a pleasure to play.

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Re: Centered Tone Eb

Author: Ken Shaw ★2017
Date: 2015-10-03 05:48

CT Ebs are very desirable and in great demand. If you find one, grab it.

Ken Shaw

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