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Re: Testing professional clarinets

Author: bufclar
Date: 2007-01-13 14:24

I would also pay attention to the depth of sound and how well you can connect intervals through out the range of the instrument. I think it's safe to say that most clarinets sound good at soft dynamic levels but some don't at forte and above so check everything at forte as well.
Check the grain of the wood as well as the polish of the bore. Clarinets with a ruff bore do not always translate into a bad instrument(which has been talked about a lot on this board) but make sure you look at the finish of the bore and tone holes as part of your evaluation.

Lastly,
Be patient and dilligent. Don't accept an instrument unless you are really happy with it.

Have fun and happy shopping!

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