snBuffet Serial Numbers – ClarinetPerfection - Woodwind Forum
Between 1968 and 1974 Buffet also made the Super Dynaction Bb clarinet. Few of these are known in existance though they seem to have a low demand due to their jazz heritage. Evette Master models with the cutout under the RH crow feet are the identified R-13 rejects. Approximately 1990 Buffet changed their lineup. Pre-1990
Buffet / Evette / Schaeffer – ClarinetPerfection - Woodwind Forum
First, you have to identify the model of clarinet. Is it an “Evette”, or an “Evette-Schaeffer”, or a true “Buffet”. Around 1978 the Evette and E&S models were dropped for the name change to B12, E11, etc. Then you have to identify the location of manufacturing. Evette – If it is made in Germany then it is a Shreiber made.
Clarinet Values – ClarinetPerfection - Woodwind Forum
Clarinets are a dime a dozen, and like cars they lose half their value once purchased, no matter if you drove it or not. After that it’s mainly downhill. Of course over time you may recover value such as a Buffet R13 from say 1960 was bought for $180 is now worth $800 in undamaged and playable condition.
Which Buffet Clarinet Do I Have? - The Woodwind Forum
2017年5月15日 · Cork grease, Cleaning cloths, etc. A retired Buffet Regional Sales Rep reportedly said (Clarinet BBoard) that "the Buffet C-12 clarinet was produced only a few years, and was priced at $895 in 1984, and $1,820 by 1992. It is a very good instrument, positioned between the professional R-13 and the near-professional E-13.
Can anyone tell me what a pre R13 is? | The Woodwind Forum
2011年8月26日 · a 1925 Buffet clarinet is a cylindrical, larger bore clarinet. A great player and great tone but not designed with the intricate specifications of a R13 of 1955 onwards. I'm not quite sure what you are asking. It is a 86 year old clarinet (2011 - 1925 = 86) and there's no denying that fact. It is NOT an R13, it is a 1925 Buffet made clarinet.
snBuffet – ClarinetPerfection - Woodwind Forum
2012年11月20日 · Founded in 1839 by Jean-Louis Buffet-Crampon, Buffet clarinets soon became the choice of the majority of the world’s professional players. By 1900, Buffet had a workforce of 200 craftsmen, producing clarinets, flutes and saxophones, all of high quality. Paul Evette and Ernest Schaeffer bought the firm in 1885. “Evette and.
Help identifying a Buffett clarinet :) - The Woodwind Forum
2012年1月4日 · Moderator. Welcome to the forum. Others may be able to help you from the pictures, but the serial # will really help us track it down. Buffet serial numbers are typically stamped on the back side of the upper and lower joints (the two middle sections with keys) directly above the tenon. They may be heavily worn down.
Buffet B12, Equivalent or Similar help? | The Woodwind Forum
2016年11月5日 · The Buffet B12 is a fine clarinet. Good and sturdy. Clarinets though, will always needs some sort of maintenance over time. If you buy it used you need to also consider potential fixes to make it play as well as it can play. Without having it in-hand I wouldn't know if the problem is the clarinet or you or a combination of both.
ClarinetPerfection – Welcome to Historical Clarinet Information
2017年7月23日 · ClarinetPerfection.com was originated back in 1996 as a desire to track information that I received from Leblanc USA about one of my clarinets, my Normandy 4 that I bought from Mr. Herb Couf, Royal Music back in 1978. In 1996 I contacted Leblanc USA, after hours, and a nice lady faxed me a serial number list that they had.
Large Bore Clarinets - The Woodwind Forum
Administrator. Aug 11, 2008. #3. You know, I really don't hear a difference in the sound between a large vs. a normal bore. Maybe that's just me. But some guys swear by them. I've hear players say that the large bore is a louder and bigger sound. I would think …