Author: m1964
Date: 2020-05-17 06:45
pdkbach wrote:
"What are the main differences between these instruments? Do they all have the same bore measurements? Are they basically the same as the R13 from that era?
In terms of wood alone...back then there was only the top line R13. Today we have many high end models (Tosca, Divine, Prestige,
Festival, Vintage) getting the best wood...today's R13 is 5th or 6th in line... Back then three models!
It seems to me these clarinets are dismissed for students in favor of today's E11 model when, imo, these instruments seem to be far superior."
I overhauled an Evette recently: while it is not a bad instrument, it is not comparable to my R13 (Prestige). However, the price is not comparable either.
It is probably at the same level as E11 clarinets, typically a lot cheaper than E11 so it would definitely make sense to buy one for a beginner, esp. if it is in good condition. The key work is very decent quality, equal to the E11 keys. Side Eb/Bb lever feels even better to me than the one on my Prestige.
The blowing resistance is similar to Buffets, at least on mine.
Sound quality is NOT the same, of course. The sound feels "empty", esp. if I switch from Prestige right away.
Still, better than the most, if not all plastic student models, and definitely equal, if not a little better than many student clarinets that are made of wood.
Of course, there are variations between the instruments, but I was surprised to see no wobbly keys or loose posts on a 50+ y. old instrument, and no stripped screws, etc.
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