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Author: whangler
Date: 2012-01-08 22:35
Hi you all. Newbie here. I have been an acoustic guitar player for years but hand problems seem to be forcing me to change instruments, hence I have taken up clarinet.
I have been taking lessons for about a month now and think I like it enough to buy my own instrument. I'm fortunate enough to have a friend's Buffet R13 on loan as well as another friends old 1966 Conn 17 wood model. The tone on the buffet is definitely superior even to my beginner's ear. I rented a Bundy Resonite to take on vacation for the past two weeks as well and wasn't too impressed with the tone. I'm not that thrilled with the Conn's tone either. I guess the R13 is a tough act to follow.
As a guitar player, I have found that having a nice instrument inspires me to play. I'm especially fond of Martin guitars. Therefore, I figure I'll get a nice clarinet, since I can afford it.(to a point).
An R13 costs more than I want to spend now but I read the "clarinuts" web page suggestions for "Best" step up, intermediate instruments.
I'm watching a few on ebay that are nearly new or recently remastered that sell for $500 or less.
Which of these will be a better playing/sounding instrument and why? I appreciate your opinions:
Buffet E13 (can be had for $400-500)
Selmer Soloist ($300)
Selmer Omega wood with ornate engraved bell ($400)
Have seen a Yamaha YCL-34 remastered for $500, would consider that also.
Looked for Le Blancs but I'm unclear on what models would be comparable to those above in that $300-$600 price range.
I hope this topic hasn't been beat to death. I've heard good things about all of these but there aren't many for sale locally that I could try before I buy so I'm hoping you all can chime in.
Best regards,
David
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Author: rtmyth
Date: 2012-01-08 22:51
You must try before buy, and also have an experienced player to help you, if possible.
richard smith
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Author: ClarionRegister
Date: 2012-01-08 23:03
The sound of a clarinet comes from the player so you should choose the one that makes you sound best. Also, a new mouthpiece or barrel would make you sound much better too, but these also need to be tried out extensively as well because everyones oral cavity is different.
Good Luck With Choosing
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Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2012-01-08 23:39
Of those, I'd go with the Yamaha.
Yeah, the instrumentalist makes the instrument but the fact that you hear a difference between a student line and an R13 means that you will never be completely satisfied with this compromise.
..........Paul Aviles
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