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Author: SamuelChan
Date: 2012-03-12 10:36
Hi guys, I'll be purchasing a set of Bb, A and Eb clarinets at the near end of the year, and have been researching on which may be the best for me. I have narrowed down on Patricola clarinets and the Selmer Privilege on Bb and A, then considering the patricola Eb.
Can some of you who have tried out these clarinets rate them overall (on tuning etc.)? I heard the Selmer privilege has an even scale and wonderful intonation, but it's abit pricey. I also heard from Bboarders that patricolas, although not highly advertised, has a similar tone quality as compared to "more professional" clarinets. Therefore, I'm deciding on a matching Bb and A clarinets. Can all of you tell me the general pros and cons of these instruments? And also I read many reviews that the patricola Eb is one of the best around. Any comments on that?
I'm looking for a fat, full tone, with the ability to blend with the orchestra/band and also sing out as a soloist. Thanks!
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Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2012-03-12 17:41
I've played on both these with the Bb sopranos. Quite a bit of difference on many levels. The Patricolas have keywork not much different than the omnipresent Buffet. Their sound is good but, for me, rathe compact (read soft) and this makes blending hard since the rest of your section may be too powerful for this to work.
The Selmer is a WONDERFUL horn for intonation and power, however, Selmer opts for a unique keywork that may take some getting used to (tone holes feel high and the pinky keys are just in different spots....you'll see when you try it).
I personally would work to get used to the Selmer but it is very expensive.
Don't discount the Yamaha Customs (SEV and CSG) which are really nice horns at a better price point.
................Paul Aviles
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Author: SamuelChan
Date: 2012-03-13 13:00
Then how is it compared to the Selmer Signature? I saw that it tunes to 440, but here in Singapore the norm is 442. Aside from that, it's a few hundred different from the privilege. What are the differences?
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Author: Joanna
Date: 2012-03-15 05:42
Hi!
I have the Selmer Recital and Artys as my two clarinets (A and Bb respectively). I go to McGill University where we generally tune to 442. Both clarinets come with two barrels which I've been able to use for either 440 or 442, no problem. You just need to figure out which one works for which.
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Author: MrJozzerBeast
Date: 2012-03-18 17:47
If you are paying that sort of wonga for a set of instrument, a few people I know, my teacher and I would definitely recommend Buffet r13 prestiges and the patricola Eb. The prestiges have a lovely warm sound and amazing playability.
Personally though, I say get out there and try many different models and makes. Don't narrow it dow straight away!
Hope this helps!
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Author: clarnibass
Date: 2012-03-19 05:14
I've tried many Patricolas (many of each Bb, A and Eb) and a few Selmer Privileges (both Bb and A). Generally, I thought all were "good", meaning they are definitely worth considering. I though most people would probably prefer one of those, but I preferred the other.
Post Edited (2012-03-19 05:30)
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Author: SamuelChan
Date: 2012-03-19 06:39
How about the Tom Ridenour's Lyrique Customs and the new grenadilla G-1? Have been reading that they are even compared to Top buffets and Leblanc instruments. I'm not in a marching band, or display band. Im pursuing a diploma in music performance, then getting a degree. So maybe getting a A probably with Basset extension and Bb clarinet from him can cost even lesser than a Prestige.
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