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Re: Help me: Recommendation for student clarinet

Author: Ursa
Date: 2016-06-26 11:59

The Yamaha YCL-20, mentioned by mmatisoft above, should not be overlooked. I have one in my studio and it's a very competent instrument. The materials and workmanship on my made-in-Japan example are of superb quality. With proper maintenance, it will easily last a lifetime.

The tuning accuracy of a well-regulated YCL-20 can surpass that of the Backun Alpha and approach that of the Ridenour 576BC.

The YCL-20 also is very stable pitch-wise when ambient temperatures fluctuate. It holds pitch better than the Alpha and is also more stable than the plastic Bundys and Vitos that I've gigged with. For outdoors playing, the YCL-20 is an excellent tool for the job.

Mine came from a pawn shop in near-mint cosmetic shape and in reasonable playing condition for $100. After about $40 in repairs it sings like a bird. Seek and ye shall find!

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