Author: zr1100
Date: 2021-08-23 02:00
Are there any articles, etc. concerning brand and model differences regarding ease of key layout for smaller hands (esp. short little finger).
In returning after many years, I find that I am very comfortable with a LeBlanc Symphony 3 (from high school--used for TX all-state, etc.) but have trouble with my daughter's Buffet R13 (circa 1990)--no comparison in ease of crossing the break, etc.
I will be looking for a new clarinet (any price range) since the LeBlanc is very old and there are a couple of minor resistant areas when playing (it has been recently overhauled by a professional in NY who is also a Selmer artist who helped develop the Privilege model).
I can consider trying Selmer, Yamaha, etc. and Buffet (if the keywork is different from an R13).
Question--1. re Buffet (esp. with so many models), Selmer, Yamaha, Backun, are there noticeable differences in the models within each manufacturer, which would need to be considered when choosing models to try (does Tosca feel different from R13, etc.)?
2. Any recommended dealers who are willing to cooperate in trials ? --ie. the info I see re Midwest Musical Imports seems very accommodating (and they have almost all prof. models/brands), Rodriguez Musical Services esp. for Buffet, and I'm sure there are others ?
Thanks
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