Author: TomS
Date: 2019-08-08 19:47
The material of which clarinets are constructed is not super important, in respect to sound ... it's the acoustic design and consistent execution of that design that seems to make the big difference. The stability and durability of the material/construction IS important.
Yamaha makes quality clarinets ... they don't make junk.
As a matter of fact, I am playing in one ensemble, of which our principal clarinet retired for a few years, sold all his instruments ... just quit to enjoy his family and retirement. Fast-forward a few years and he (Robert) just couldn't stand it anymore, and wanted to play again. An R13 player, he didn't want to part with 4-grand immediately and selected the ABS, entry-level Yamaha (YCL-255?). He sounds better than ever! Of course, Robert had a masters degree in performance and worked on his doctorate with Himie Voxman, but still, to make a come-back from the cold, and using a beginner clarinet ... And he claims that the Yamaha hasn't hindered his playing, at all.
A better MP and reeds, but mostly good practice with a good teacher is most important.
Oh, and BTW, I vote for the Fobes Debut, too. Now, I am using something very different ... the D'Addario Reserve Evolution, and I'd give one of those a try.
I have wood, Greenline, plastic and hard rubber clarinets, and I'd be stumped to say which has the best sound, due to materials ... but I'd lean towards the hard rubber.
Tom
Post Edited (2019-08-08 19:53)
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