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Re: R13 question

Author: Bob Bernardo
Date: 2017-03-20 08:16

I'd rather not list the names of the people for privacy reasons. There are a lot... If they want to post here they will.

Play on other instruments, the Selmer Signature for one example. Try some of the older Selmers. The 9 series, the 10 series horns are very much more open. The Center Tone. Even the Ridenour horns are very free blowing.

I'm not against what the above people are saying, I'm just stating fact that we all honestly have to agree on. Buffet's are more resistant. This doesn't mean I don't like the horns. I played them until this past year! Before my days at Interlochen Arts Academy in 1972 I was playing on Buffets. (48 years) I think Buffet is going in the wrong direction, making horns that tune too low, horns that leak when new, notes that are often needing professional repairs, such as undercutting holes, and the need to try out 15 to 20 horns to find that one horn that plays great; after spending about $4000. I'm done with Buffet after 48 years. I strongly feel there are better horns on the market and LESS RESISTANT. If some musicians think that the more money you spend for a horn the better you will sound and play, well I disagree.

Ever play where the Chicago Symphony plays? I have. A Buffet can be very hard to fill this hall. Just like the Kennedy Center. Maybe this is why Steve Williamson is playing on Selmer's? A much bigger sound? I don't know, write to him and ask.

Be very careful here with what I wrote. I did NOT say the advice from the teacher was right or wrong regarding the persons post. I strictly stated facts and we all know and agree other horns are less resistant. some much less resistant. So I'm agreeing with all of you!!!

Let the kid experience several horns and see what he sounds best on. Perhaps it is the Buffet, but I hope not.

I want to hear big bold sounds that carry in weird halls as well as outdoor concerts.

Designer of - Vintage 1940 Cicero Mouthpieces and the La Vecchia mouthpieces

Yamaha Artist 2015

Post Edited (2017-03-20 09:03)

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