Author: Brenda Siewert
Date: 2006-11-18 19:33
I'll do my best to give a good report on the Cadenza. Remember, it's the lesser of the 3 Backuns. I don't have time to spend on it today, but Monday will be a good time to try some more.
The wood isn't as pretty as my Opus II. But, as I said, remember it's not the most expensive of the trio of new Leblanc/Backuns. I'll try to get a few good photos.
The barrels are one 66mm cocobolo and one 65mm grenadilla. There is a distinct difference in sound in each. It's hard to say which I prefer. I swapped back and forth between my Backun bell and the stock bell and really think the stock one gives the best sound and volume. So, maybe it is set up to maximize its qualities as it is without having to buy additional accessories. That would be a good thing.
I reread some old threads about the Cadenza and Leblanc/Backun clarinets and found Morrie Backun's comments specifically about the Cadenza. He was answering questions about whether or not the Cadenza was similar to the Legacy and Symphonie. He said:
"The bore design is different, the toneholes are different sizes with different undercutting, the key designs are from different jigs and fixtures (with a very different feel and touchpiece placement) the venting is different, the springing is different, the case is different, the Cadenza has a unique mouthpiece designed for it, the thumb rest is different...........other than that...there is some similarity!"
I'll do a full evaluation soon on my new Cadenza.
Post Edited (2006-11-18 20:00)
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