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Re: Do I need a shorter barrel?

Author: m1964
Date: 2019-08-21 02:11

Ed Palanker wrote:

> I would suggest you try to get seveal different barrels on a
> trial basis if you can't go to a place that stocks many.
> Different manufactures barrels tune differently. You should
> call Backun and ask him what he thinks and or some other barrel
> manufactures. Some mail order chops mights send you several as
> they do, or did, with mouthpieces. Of course make sure you try
> them warmed up becasue a cold instrument plays flat.
>

Hi Ed,

Thanks a lot for trying to help me.

I ordered a 64mm original R13 Prestige Buffet barrel. Could not find anyone in the US who had it in stock so ordered from the UK (Howarth).

I did not like the sound of Chadash barrel I have. Both barrels are 65mm. Comparing to the original Buffet barrel, Chadash sounded "simpler", the sound produced with it was not as rich comparing to the Buffet barrel.

So I decided to get the Buffet 64mm barrel and, if needed, I will have it cut.

I am an amateur player, on disability right now, so I am not in a position to buy exotic barrels. I would consider buying Backun or Moening barrel if the factory Prestige barrel was not satisfactory, but the Buffet barrel sounds good enough for me, right now anyway.

When/if I am back to work and feel that I can benefit from an upgraded barrel, I will try Backun. As it is, even the clarinets I have are overkill for my use.

Again, thanks a lot.

PS
Love your performance of Debussy.

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