Author: JF Clarinet
Date: 2018-05-28 23:40
If you are looking at the Ridenour A or E13 price range, I'd consider looking at used "professional" horns too. I've had a lot of luck in buying used rather than new when I have chosen to go that route.
From when I was watching eBay to get my A clarinet before college, I saw plenty of R13 A's and Selmer Recitals going for less than a Ridenour A. And for roughly the same price/a little more than a Ridenour A, I have seen Selmer Signatures, RC Prestiges, and Leblanc Legacies. As long as returns are allowed, I'd recommend at least watching for deals and considering buying used.
This isn't to say that intermediate clarinets are bad (I like Ridenour clarinets generally speaking). I know that often the keywork on intermediate clarinets isn't very sturdy, and you may have to go back to a repair shop frequently for adjustments. If you get a more professional horn used, you may have to get some initial repairs, but you may be less likely to need frequent adjustments.
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