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Author: lizann
Date: 2006-06-30 13:18
I'm hoping to get an answer by tomorrow morning. I recently purchased a Buffet 4052 to replace my Conn which I have played for over 20 years. I'm only playing now as a hobby (church, community, etc.) and wanted to know about this particular oboe. I like the response, but wish the sound had a "darker" sound to it (which could be my reed). I have two specific questions: Did I make a good choice? Because this supposedly has a lining do I need to do the usual "breaking in "?
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2006-06-30 14:07
The Luracast lining that Schreiber use (these oboes are made by Schreiber in Germany for Buffet) is good in that it will minimise the playing in time and the risk of split top joints, and they also line the bottom joint as well - you'll probably notice the inside of the bottom joint socket is also completely plastic lined so this will prevent water getting into the end grain. But don't stress or wobble (rock) the joints when assembling as there is less wood on both the tenons and socket, and use a sturdy stand when you're resting it - never lie it down (which applies to all instruments). You shouldn't worry too much about playing it in - just keep it clean and mop the bore after playing as usual.
It is a good oboe to play as a beginner, returning player or hobbying player, though they do generally have a bright sound which is one of their characteristics. I think you should experiment with darker sounding reeds to see what works best.
But you will get a better part exchange on this oboe if you plan to upgrade to an intermediate or semi pro oboe in the future than you would do if you bought an oboe of far less quality.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.
Post Edited (2006-06-30 14:11)
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Author: HautboisJJ
Date: 2006-06-30 16:10
I tested one a few days ago in Hong Kong and it was a great oboe to play on. It had a light sound, i wouldnt say bright, and it was responsive. For a brand new instrument yet to be broken in i would say it would fare very well as a beginner to hobbyist oboe. I don't know about your reed but i guess the Buffets are actually lighter but quite dark, again light is not bright.
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Author: my58vw
Date: 2006-06-30 22:54
Funny, I did have the oportunity to play the Buffet 4052, before I choose my greenline, and found it to be a bit bright... the greenline is also bright at times.
The Buffets tends to be a bit more tempromental with reeds, and I have a hard time finding a good reed when I need to buy one (vs making my own).
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Author: lizann
Date: 2006-07-01 16:04
Thank you for your replies. I'm quite satisfied with the oboe. I just needed some confirmation. Eventually, I would like a more professional oboe, but I wanted to make sure I was committed. Again, Thanks!
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Author: Baron
Date: 2006-07-01 22:55
what a waste of money. If you are going to buy a pro oboe. just buy either a loree or a fox. they are the best in the world. people can try to argue that but the statics prove it
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