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Re: Just tried a new Selmer Signature

Author: larryb
Date: 2007-01-20 12:50

I want to second Vytas' comments about the Signature reed/mouthpiece/instrument relationship.

I play a Signature Bb, and when I've got the right strength reed (V12 3.5 on the light side) on my C* Greg Smith mouthpiece, I find that it plays with perfect feeling (for me) of resistance, flexibility, control, intonation and tone. Altimssimo pops out; bottom notes are nice and resonant.

Then I can just play music.

I would venture that the same notion about all the parts of the instrument being in alignment holds true for all brands/makes. It's been discussed here many times: take a "systems approach" to clarinet playing.

I have an older Signature (purchased in 1999), and the problem with leaky tone hole inserts (imperfect fit) can compound the stuffiness quality. Important to make sure that they are properly fitted/sealed (which mine is now). My one complaint, but a fixable one.

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