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Re: Bundy clarinets: A few observations

Author: Max S-D
Date: 2019-12-30 11:25

I just happened to pull out my Bundy bass today to check it out for problems before lending it to a friend. I don't think I've played that instrument more than 10 cumulative minutes since I got my Selmer bass a couple of years ago.

I had forgotten how solid it is! Strong tone throughout the range of the instrument, from the low Eb all the way into the altissimo. The upper clarion speaks very clearly and cleanly as long as you know how to voice properly. Sure, it lacks the refinement of the Selmer, especially the lower clarion, but projection and punch are there. I think the throat A and Bb might actually be better than my Selmer...

My parents bought that instrument used for me for $450, I think. I played that horn for about 12 years in wind ensembles, orchestras, rock bands, jazz combos, chamber groups and anything else I got up to. I still know it like the back of my hand. I don't think any other piece of musical equipment has provided that kind of long-term bang for the buck!

I was able to save up and get my dream instrument (Selmer low C) and won't be moving back to the Bundy as my primary bass clarinet, but it is definitely good enough to keep around as a very solid backup. I do kind of miss showing up at gigs with the Bundy and surprising other players with the sound I could get out of that thing!

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