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Yamaha CX value

Author: PapaGreg28
Date: 2023-11-22 02:29

I'm thinking about purchasing a used Yamaha CX clarinet but I'm not sure what a fair value might be. There have been so many Yamaha models over the years that it's difficult to navigate. It sounds like the CX is a newer version of the YCL-72?

What I know: It's a private seller but they are not the original owner. The clarinet doesn't appear to be heavily used. It doesn't have the "custom" name on the horn, it's simply a CX. It's been disassembled, cleaned, pads/corks replaced as necessary, fine tuned, the whole shebang.

Here are some pictures: https://imgur.com/a/Gfh22Of

Any swags on what a "fair" price might be? More than or less than $1k?

I know putting a price on a horn is difficult with such limited information, but I'd appreciate any input from those more knowledgeable than me, which is everybody

Edit: since I'm here, this clarinet is for an advanced high school student who plays in band and orchestra. He will definitely continue playing in college even if it isn't his major. This would replace his Vito. Assuming he can test it out and likes it, I assume this would be a good choice for him?

Post Edited (2023-11-22 05:06)

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Re: Yamaha CX value

Author: m1964
Date: 2023-11-23 07:37

Checking eBay, they start from about $800 and go up from there, most of them would be shipped from Japan.

I understand that buying from a private seller may be cheaper than buying from a store. I think it would be difficult for your son to make a choice since any decent clarinet would be better than his current one.

It would be best if you could arrange for his teacher to try the instrument.

Also, I would not underestimate a local music store if they sell used clarinets.
My friend and I recently went to a local store and he tried 3 different R13s, found one that was clearly better than other two and bought it. He is a pro, and a very good one (IMO).

Price wise, if approaching $1K, I would look for a used R13 from a reputable shop.
Since your son will continue playing in college, a better instrument would serve him well and be a better investment.

I would not buy off eBay in your situation.

"It's been disassembled, cleaned, pads/corks replaced as necessary, fine tuned, the whole shebang."

The above means nothing- it looks like they tried to make it sell-able, at best.

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