Author: AndrewHP
Date: 2022-07-31 18:41
First time poster here, I've been looking around but could not find an answer anywhere. For about 15 years I have noticed that my A clarinet plays better than my Bb. Both are standard model R13s: I bought the A new in 2001, the Bb new in 2000. Neither have any cracks, sticking keys, pad leaks, or any specific problems so far as I can tell. My A clarinet is much more responsive, mellow, and is easier to blow through, especially on the altissimo notes. The Bb has a thin shrillness to it and is quite resistant. In recent years, the A has gotten better, and the Bb even worse, to the point where I now practice almost exclusively on the A. The Bb just isn't much fun to play on. I have to fight with it! Why would this be?
I'm not a professional clarinetist, but I am an enthusiastic amateur. I've played for 28 years, starting at age 10. Could the problem be ME? Something I'm doing? Thank you for your suggestions!
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