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Bass Clarinet Neck Angle

Author: Hank Lehrer
Date: 2017-01-13 18:10

Hi,

I've played a few of the newer bass clarinets like the Selmer and Buffet and am really not overly impressed with the more pronounced upward angle of the neck. I have a Ridenour 925e and a Selmer Model 32 and am happy with the angle of the neck on these instruments. However, I may be more comfortable since I am a long time sax player.

I believe contemporary thinking is to have the mouthpiece enter the mouth at an angle more like that on clarinet. What are your experiences with the newer angled neck on your bass as compared to an older setup. Also, can new bass clarinets be ordered with a less angled neck?

Thanks,

HRL

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