The Ethnic Clarinet
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Author: Simon
Date: 2006-07-19 02:17
Hi all,
I finaly got my 5JB yesterday as I always wanted one. I was fortunate enough to have this given to me by my fatherinlaw who back in the late 50's and early 60's was a profesional clarinetist with the then Macedonian Radio and Television. Yes I play/try to play Macedonian music.
To date I have been using B45 and have found it to be somewhat resistant for me and after researching and following the discussions here I thought 5JB would be the go. When I tried it yesterday I had dificulty playing with even 1.5 Ricoh Royale. I am prepared to persevere until I get my embouchere rightht, however is the 5JB moore free blowing and less resistant than the B45? Does it give you better response in the registers, as I have been having problems with the high notes using the B45.
From what I am experiencing it certainly requires alot more air suport. Is 1 the lowest in reed grade?
Your comments suggestions would be most appreciated.
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Author: Steve Epstein
Date: 2006-07-19 05:44
It is almost like a sax mp, in my opinion. It does not take as firm an embouchure as a "normal" clarinet mp, whether more open or closed. You kinda just blow. When I've used it, I've used a #2 Vandoren from the blue box, I believe. Many would use an even softer reed.
Steve Epstein
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