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RE: Buffet R13 Identification

Author: David Kinder
Date: 2002-10-26 13:51

When I look for an R-13 (or other unlabeled pro buffet clarinet) I look for these things:

* Logo stamped on all 4 pieces of clarinet - barrel, upper joint, lower joint and bell.

* The "swoopy" RH ring finger sliver key on the lower joint.

* The serial number stamped on both the upper joint and lower joint - and the numbers match each other.

* Blue needle springs

* Usually the wood will be a lot more refined and I'd be able to see a better wood grain to R-13's than other heavily stained E-11's.

* And, of course, playability. R13's play a whole lot easier and better than E11's.

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