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Author: m1964
Date: 2021-09-27 00:38
EricBlack wrote:
> I ended up having the opportunity to try one of these
> instruments out for a few minutes yesterday! In short, the
> Mopane R-13 I tried had a different feel to it compared to a
> normal grenadilla clarinet. The resistance and response
> tendencies felt different and would take some time to become
> accustomed to. Large intervals seemed a little easier and the
> way the instrument responded to articulation felt a little
> different (hard to explain how without more time spent playing
> it). The wood definitely has an impact on the instrument,
> though not necessarily better or worse, just different. In the
> end, I think one's choice to play it would depend on the piece
> of music being performed and the space being performed in.
> Anyway, I made a short video on my experience which you can
> find here:
>
> https://youtu.be/teiA_tbGAhE
I had a chance to try one (R13 Bb) at a repair shop that belongs to a Buffet dealer (the owner is a distinguished player).
He played the regular r13 right after mopane R13.
I agree with Eric Black that the Mopane one had sweeter sound, but I also felt it's tone had a "heart" with ping that was different from grenadilla.
I felt it would blend well with strings and so would be perfect for playing with a string ensemble.
Of course, my impressions come from listening to just one clarinetist (an excellent player who sounds good on any instrument).
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Re: Buffet Mopane Clarinet Question new |
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m1964 |
2021-09-27 00:38 |
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