Author: Matt74
Date: 2016-07-18 00:08
I've bought several clarinets on the site which shall not be named. I looked very carefully and know what to look for. I suggest two options.
1. I think you will be safest going to a tech or repair shop and asking them to set you up with something on a budget. They may have one, or might be able to get you one.
2. Look for a couple weeks very carefully at Vitos online. Only buy horns that have very good pictures, and look very good. Don't spend more than $50. If you can, ask the seller if any of the tenons are broken, if all the keys move, and if all the parts are original. Auctions that end on weekdays during the day, or "buy it now" are the best options. Then, take it to a shop to get it overhauled or play conditioned. Buy a Fobes Debut mouthpiece (other options are Gennusa Mezzo, Hite Premier, or a GOOD Yamaha 4C.)
You really want something in top shape, because you can't have things falling apart on you in a year. You also want something that won't frustrate you because it's not working right. Learn how to replace a pad. You will have to spend some money to get what you need, but not a lot.
(I like Bundys and Yamahas as well, but they are overpriced on the site which shall not be named. IMO a student level clarinet which has not been serviced, and not guaranteed to play well is not worth $150+. It has to be checked out, and by the time you do that you are looking at prices for professionally serviced instruments.)
- Matthew Simington
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