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Author: JackOrion
Date: 2002-08-28 03:42
I'm using a M13 with regular #4 vandorens. I'm thinking of switching my set up to a softer reed and more open facing, because I primarily only play jazz, though I do love the classical tone.
I'm open to all makes and models but being realistic about it, when I'm at the store I'm going to be focusing on just a few. Jumping into uncharted facing waters, it's going to take me some time just to try a couple different models. Playing all the same model #'s of a certain make and trying to match up reeds.....I'm getting a headache just thinking about it. I'll leave my girlfriend at home.
So I'm looking at the Bari DeFranco and the Pomarico Diamond. I don't think I want a piece as open as the BJ5, just not yet anyway. I would appriciate any opinions on how these two pieces are different other then the material. I see that Bari has a number of facings for the DeFranco model. I would like to keep the facing long.
Knowing me I'll be coming home with the M15 hehehe-hahahaha-chuckle chuckle-coughcough......oh man.
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Author: diz
Date: 2002-08-28 03:51
If it works for your and gives you the sound you want, then likely it's the MP for you.
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Author: JackOrion
Date: 2002-08-28 03:59
Very true Diz, it is an irrelevant question that I ask, but I never the less would like to read comments about these two mouthpieces.
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Author: Ken
Date: 2002-08-28 13:03
Jack, a valid question might be what attributes/limitations of your current pc aren't acceptable and what are the specific elements you wish to improve on with a new pc? Experimentation with equipment is the nature of the beast, but if you play a lot of jazz, (especially in larger ensembles) maintaining the same (or increasing) dynamic range and projection are "generally" more key factors than the mechanics. As for "tone", of course, the more advanced the player the less equipment effects change...one's ear/concept is engrained. In my own case, if I can't darken/brighten my tone to my liking with my set-up I'll change ligatures for a little help. I'd suggest trying out the Diamond with #3 or 3 1/2s. For the jazz, I've found it to be noticeably brighter and more resistant than the M13 but at the same time provides a fuller sound in the high to extreme range. v/r
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Author: John gibson
Date: 2002-08-28 16:06
Jack
I use a Pomarico Diamond and find that mine is an exceptional MPC.
Just open enough and free blowing. I use either #2 or 2 and a half
strength MITCHEL LURIE Premium reeds. Not only have I found this to be a great mouthpiece, I've found the people at Pomarico, particularlly Riccardo Clerici the export manager to be the nicest people. I heartily recommend the Diamond.
But as you already know, it's what suits you best. Good Luck.
John Gibson
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Author: JackOrion
Date: 2002-08-28 17:57
Thanks Ken, When I switched from a 5RV lyre to the M13 I didn't notice a change at all in my tone, the only real difference was a better match for reeds, 3 1/2 was a bit light and 4's could be a tad stiff, with the M13 4's seem to be a perfect match.
I'll give the Diamond a spin, I've read positive feedback in the archives for it. There doesn't seem to be much about the DeFranco. I'm a bit weary about signature pc's as I have an Eddie Daniels #1 that I realy do not like. I'll just have to try them out.
Ok, enough of the same ol same ol....I promise my next post will be more interesting. Maybe somthing along the lines of....oh, say reed strengths? wow.
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Author: JackOrion
Date: 2002-08-28 23:39
Forget about it. I couldn't even find a store that had more then one glass pc, which was a Lakey?. I wouldn't mind trying it but the store was about 35 miles away. Those who live in So Cali know that if your caught on any freeway from 3:00 on your taking huge risks.
I'll have to do the mail order thing, who would be best about having a feww shipped out so I can try and return?
For now I picked up a box of 3's and 3 1/2's nicely matched for my Portnoy PB3 and PB02. I'm realy liking the 02 so I'm kissing off the M13. Back in yer box says I!!
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Author: Ken
Date: 2002-08-29 01:12
Jack, I'm confident Phil Muncy would be willing to offer some personalized service and send you a batch to try out, he's always been very accomodating to me and even had the Pomaricos I needed in stock. I'd also respectfully suggest (once again) maximizing your time and effort by trying out at least 3 different models and tip openings. The Diamond (open; i.e. like the Vand B40), The Ruby (medium open similiar to 5RV Lyre) and The Emerald (closed close to Vand 5RV). Another benefit is you'll be able to play your own broken in 4s on the closed pc. There's also the older "Nigun" that's a close cousin to the Diamond. As I recall they also come in two different facings Mm, B=Bright and M=Mellow, something like that...you'll probably have to specify. I'm not familiar with the DeFranco alhough I personally would like to give the Pete Fountain crystal a spin around the block. Have fun. v/r KEN
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Author: SJ
Date: 2002-08-29 03:56
Jack, Ive been playing jazz clarinet for thirty years now. Over the years I think I have bought just about every mouthpiece out there. Spent a lot of time with Glen Johnston out in his shop refacing and hoping for a great piece. All the great mpouthpieces seem to be antigues now and are so expensive if you do manage to find one. Meyers,Kaspars etc. Of the pieces availible on todays market, you might want to try the Beechler diamond inlay model. For jazz, they have the clarity,projection,thus volume you need in that idiom.Try some (5-6or7s). You'll see what I mean.
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Author: John gibson
Date: 2002-08-29 13:27
Jack...
Email me and I'll give you the email address for Riccardo at Pomarico. He can answer any questions...and a wonderful guy.
I still recommend the Pomarico diamond. I believe International Music Supply has them, mail order for about $60.
I also have a Selmer crystal #3 that is a great MPC.
John
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Author: Riccardo Clerici
Date: 2002-08-29 14:37
Dear friends, I would like to thank you all for the kind words that you spent about me.
I am the grandchild of Cosimo Pomarico (1921-1990), he was a fantastic man and a great musician (obiuvsly he was a clarinet player...) when I was a little baby he used to take me on his knees and, with the headphone on my head, let me hear classical music. My mother Marina Pomarico and her sister Silvana are musicians too (viola and violin), so you can understand that in this family music and musical instruments are always been in the centre of attention of everybody.
My dad started to work with my granpa in 1977. The most curios think is that my father had never played any instrument! For Giora Feidman (that is a very good friend of my family) my dad is a genius because he can't play clarinet but he makes all this perfect mouthpieces by hand.
My grandpa Cosimo died the 21th of July 1990. I started to work with my dad in the 1994. This is not a simply job, because we work crystal by hand on special diamond rock wheels and all the openings are all made by hand too.
I am doing my best to bring our name and our products all around the world. This is our job: make happy all the musicians that use our mouthpieces.
Many thanks again for your kind words.
Riky
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Author: JackOrion
Date: 2002-08-30 01:45
John, I'm not able to pull up your email on my computer. It's a used dinasour and is requesting a password that I do not have. I'm not comp savy enough to figure it out :( If you could email me that would be great or post your addy here so I can email you. Cheers.
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