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Author: Nicki
Date: 2001-10-16 23:27
Alto Clarinet
This look like a good one to take a chance on?
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1474400190
Seller want too much or just about right?
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Author: Ken Shaw
Date: 2001-10-17 15:06
According to the Selmer serial # chart at http://www.sneezy.org/clarinet/Equipment/HowOld/Selmer.html the older one, ser. # X8980, dates from 1974, The newer one, ser. # A4933, is from 1979.
They're not quite identical. On the older one, the extension on the left ring finger key is angled out to the side, while on the newer one it's more toward the top. The older one has quite a bit of wear on the key surfaces. Still, the price is below what Selmer altos usually go for on eBay. I'd say it's worth the Buy-It-Now price, even though it's sure to need new pads and corks. The one thing I worry about is that the trademark isn't visible on any of the photos.
The newer one does look in better condition, but there's some pitting on the keys, and a seller who says "I think the body is made of wood" obviously doesn't know much.
On either one, I wouldn't buy without a return option if there are cracks.
Best regards.
Ken Shaw
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Author: Jack Kissinger
Date: 2001-10-17 20:51
I downloaded and enlarged a picture of the older one. The upper joint has a logo the size and shape and location of a Selmer logo. Given that, as well as a serial number consistent with Selmer's numbering scheme and plateau keys which are the same design as Semer used, I would not be too concerned that the instrument isn't a Selmer. What I can't figure out, though, is how an instrument that needs a complete repad and adjustment "plays well." LOL
jnk
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Author: jmcaulay
Date: 2001-10-20 23:31
About that Selmer clarinet on eBay, Jack Kissinger wonders
>how an instrument that needs a complete repad and adjustment "plays well." LOL
Same as one I recall from a while back, reportedly "In great shape, needs complete overhaul."
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