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Author: C2thew
Date: 2007-08-14 02:28
So after trying my friends selmer signature, and a buffet prestige and remarking how in tune and even the sound was, I remembered the leblanc clarinet that i used to have and it ALMOST had that similar feeling. Very even, definitely in tune. The only downside is that it wasn't as focused as the modern clarinets. The rise of leblanc clarinets?
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Author: Morrigan
Date: 2007-08-14 03:19
It kinda feels like Leblanc are going through an identity crisis... Tom Ridenor designing the Concerto/Opus, then Larry Combs the II series, and now Backun's designs. As they continue to evolve and find their feet, they may well rise to popularity. Pure speculation, of course!
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Author: b.roke
Date: 2007-08-14 03:38
recently i have purchased a '64 LL and a Symphonie 3 from a year or two earlier. they are both lovely instruments but there is something about the LL's tone which really appeals. it makes my '61 R13 sound strident.
neither of the Leblancs are "loud" but, despite the claim on the sash inside my R13's case, have a "sweeter" tone than the Buffet.
each has its place.
BTW - the LL cost less than $350 and the Symphony 3 less than $200, which makes them pretty good value for money.
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2007-08-14 12:14
Bring back the inline trills!
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
Independent Woodwind Repairer
Single and Double Reed Specialist
Oboes, Clarinets and Saxes
NOT A MEMBER OF N.A.M.I.R.
The opinions I express are my own.
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Author: Tom Puwalski
Date: 2007-08-14 12:46
The old ones might not be coming back but the new ones kick serious butt! I played the ICA clarinetfest using my new Leblanc symphony and it sounds really nice, has a better scale and is fun to play! Tom Puwalski (the artist formely know, as Sarge)
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Author: BobD
Date: 2007-08-14 15:51
Yes, about the inline trills. I just wonder what kind of management discussions took place prior to their demise. I also agree with the identity crisis comment.
Bob Draznik
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Author: rtmyth
Date: 2007-08-14 16:10
I had bought a new L300, then tried. (Should have tried first).Very sharp. Not good. I was told later they were bored out here to reduce sharpness. total ruin. Later had a VSP , then Infiniti, then three Concertos. One Concerto was excellent. Sold all and now play Ridenours' new , 2000- , models.
richard smith
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Author: Hank Lehrer
Date: 2007-08-14 18:23
Hi,
My Leblanc L200 is probably the best in-tune clarinet I have ever owned. A really terrific instrument. I owned a Leblanc Dynamic 2 that I played for many years. Great instrument as well.
HRL
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Author: bill28099
Date: 2007-08-14 22:29
Although I own a number of Leblancs (Two LLs and a Dynamique) only a Symphonie II in A gets played much. The new Cadenza has taken their place.
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you don't even know you should ask.
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Author: JJAlbrecht
Date: 2007-08-14 22:49
ChrisP said:
"Bring back the inline trills!"
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Chris, my new Cadenza has inline trill keys.
Jeff
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Author: LarryBocaner ★2017
Date: 2007-08-14 22:56
The Buffet E11 Eb clarinet has inline trill keys. A surprisingly high quality instrument, too!
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2007-08-15 12:28
I forgot about the NEW new Leblancs - that must've slipped my mind! I think I may have commented on the inline trills when these new Leblancs were discussed on here.
Not only has the E11 Eb got inline trills, the E11 C clarinet has them too.
What goes around comes around.
... Or something.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
Independent Woodwind Repairer
Single and Double Reed Specialist
Oboes, Clarinets and Saxes
NOT A MEMBER OF N.A.M.I.R.
The opinions I express are my own.
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Author: William
Date: 2007-08-15 18:35
I always liked the LeBlanc sound--especially typical of those models that were commonly used in the 1960's. Often wondered why so many great clarinetist's prefer the Buffet sound.
Post Edited (2007-08-16 14:41)
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