So I’m currently on vacation and I decided to do my daily window shopping for all the instruments that I want to get (bassoon, oboe, baritone sax, bass clarinet) and I came across a $425 bass clarinet that looks really new and barely touched.
I can’t distinguish the brand of it, but it is a one piece bass clarinet, has the bell and neck and mouthpiece. I am unsure of whether or not it has a peg/neck strap but I have neckstraps for other instruments and I already have reeds/mouthpiece for bass clarinet.
I found it on marketplace and it’s definitely significantly cheaper than the rest of the listings. The seller said that it was used by their daughter in middle school and that it is no longer needed. Is it worth it?
hi i just rented a bass clarinet last week, and i pre-emptively got some earplugs to prevent possible hearing loss. i still had some ear discomfort with those so i took them out but yesterday after playing i felt the same ear discomfort and it feels like i lost hearing in my left ear. it also feels like i have some opening in my left ear that lets sound travel through my mouth or nose, while that isn't the case for the right ear. should i stop playing?
I'm just curious as to how you lot do it. I do neck to mouthpiece, lower joint to bell, upper joint to lower joint, mouthpiece to upper joint. I've been playing for 3 months but still feel like I'm doing something wrong when I assemble it. Thanks.
I recently started playing bass clarinet, and I am wondering what model I own. My school gave it to me to practice for solo and ensemble, so I did not buy it or do I know any information.
Leblanc Brand - Serial Number: 5628F
Low Eb Key
If this is any help, the logo on the top part of the clarinet is a white L symbol with the word Leblanc in it. It is very faint though.
If there are any further questions you have, ask please.
Does anyone have any good practice techniques for clarinet fingering? I’ve found that to be the biggest hurdle for me. I can play the lower register well but have trouble getting past middle C. My tone is pretty close to how it is on the sax in terms of quality.
I've been trying to figure how you are supposed to do them, but to no avail, any advice?
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Does anybody know where I can find the Thomas Martin Edition for the Bottesini clarinet and bass duo with a piano part in A major? The Martin edition I have now requires solo strings that are tuned a third up, but I’m not planning on performing it this way. Any help would be great!
Hello, I'm borrowing a bass clarinet and sometimes when I'm playing low note, it will switch to high notes for some reason.
I was wondering if it had anything to do with my mouth placement or finger placement? I'm switching from a b-flat clarinet, so I don't exactly know what I'm doing wrong.
Hello! I recently picked up bass clarinet again after a 2-ish year hiatus (played for 7 years prior).
I noticed the octave key tends to either stick or not go out far enough, depending on what my bass clarinet feels like doing. This leads to an unpleasant, guttural scream if I try to go above a high C. There may be other issues as well. Is this something I can fix at home? Should I take it in?
I’m thinking if I take it in, I might ask for a full tune up as well since I’m re-joining the performing arts at my school, but I’m not sure
Im a current bass player that is looking to get into playing. I was looking for advice at how to get my hands on a clarinet and the differences between the types. Any help is appreciated.
Hi! So I'm composer trying to perfect the craft, and I have a composition for solo bass clarinet and I wanted to ask an opinion and, if you could play for me, I would appreciate so much.
Please DM me if you're interested!
Hey all!
A controversial question - I know some folks here have had experience with the Kessler and Ridenour low C bass clarinets. Does anyone know which of the Ebay manufacturers/sellers is the one who makes them (either, but I've heard that it's one manufacturer who makes both, which may or may not be true either)?
Of course, Kessler and Ridenour both work on fine touches, set-up, etc. for the bass clarinets they get, but which is the company (or companies) that makes them in the first place?
I am starting out, what are the most important things I should know. Not sure if this is the right subreddit but it says this is for all types of bassists.
Philly Folks - I know this is prolly a stretch request for this sub, but I'm looking for a clarinet repair person / technician within a reasonable distance from East Falls Philly. Bonus points if the clarinet technician can adjust / repair Bass clarinets.
So I've kind of already decided but I wanted some more input on this. Thanks in advance for all input!
So I currently play Bb soprano clarinet, and I'd like to march a more "low reeds" part. I've played both tenor sax and bass clarinet, and I really like the sound of both, I'd say that those 2 instruments have, personally, my favorite sound of any instrument. I've heard that it's better to march tenor sax because of the weight aspect of the two, but I really don't believe that the bass clarinet is all that heavy, seeing as I've held one before and if anything it felt lighter than the tenor. I have never marched with either, but if really like to march with one of them, and I feel like my band director would be fine with that seeing as we usually need more of a lower part (for reference there are only 2 trombones, 2 baritones, 2 tenor saxes, and one tuba in our current low wind section). I feel like the main problems with marching bass clarinet is it's length and how skinny it is which means it can be more easily broken, and it can hit your knees if you're not careful. If there are more pros and cons you have I'd love to hear those as well though.
Another question, are bass clarinets becoming more common or are they just a more common instrument to march with with? A lot of the better bands I've seen (specifically the ones at the Macy's Thanksgiving parade) have tons of bass clarinets mingled in with the tenor saxes and soprano clarinets.
I am currently playing on a school-owned bass clarinet (fairly old Yamaha 221), and I am thinking about getting my own. I'm leaning towards getting the Yamaha 221 ii since the keys on the school-owned Yamaha 221 feel solid, it's been reliable, plays in tune with itself, sounds pretty good for the most part, and the case is fairly easy to carry. However, it plays very sharp (not too much of a big deal), the register key feels a little sluggish, and some of the clarion notes (especially the long B) sounds a little stuffy, so I'm not completely sure whether it's because it's old or a design thing.
The Selmer 1430LP also looks like a good option, but it has a one piece body (which may be harder to carry on a bike), and a review on YouTube said it doesn't play in tune with itself.
The Kessler Custom seems to be the closest to professional models in terms of features, but I've never heard of Kessler Custom (other than online), and the price seems a little too good to be true, and I'm not sure if parts are available for it at most music shops.
I haven't done much research on the Jupiter yet, so I just included it in the poll just in case if that's a better choice.
Also, feel free to suggest other models if you think they are good.
Thanks in advance!!!
Got everything else done, just need some advice.
A student in my son's band had her bass clarinet fall over while on the instrument stand today, and broke the tenon between the upper and lower joints. Is this something that can be repaired, or is it done?
I am currently in marching band and playing clarinet. In about 3 weeks I will be switching to bass clarinet for wind essemble. Is there any tips I should know? And is there any reeds that are recommended? (I have been playing about 4-5 years of soprano Bb clarinet)
Thanks!
Ps: if I am allowed and if wanted I could put up a video of our final show during a competition that will be happening next week.
Hey! I am a Bass Clarinet playing for an orchestra where I live. I wanted to ask about the best options for Bass Clarinets, because I am using one that they are lending me.
I am not really professional, but I've played the Bass Clarinet for quite while.
My ideal price range is around 2,000-4,000 USD. If anyone has bought a good bass clarinet around this range and wants to share about it, go ahead! I would be happy to hear about it!
So I’m interested in turning my own bass clarinet. Does anyone know of any resources for the measurements for the diameter, finger holes, etc? I have access to one that I can measure on my own but it would be nice to be able to skip that process.
I know the fingers, reed, and notes are all different but I’m a relatively fast learner. I’m thinking of doing bassoon in high school after a year of clarinet and another of bass clarinet. I’m fine if it would be a difficult learning curve but I’m happy for your advice.
This is a miniature for a clarinet trio consisting of 2 clarinets and a bass clarinet. It makes uses of a few different kinds of harmony, hope you enjoy.
I play Bb soprano and Bb bass clarinet and I wanted to learn to play a saxophone but I'm not sure which would be easiest to try first.
So, I’ve been playing bass clarinet for two years now (played saxophone for three, moved to bass clarinet sophomore year of high school) I’ve made honor band, sat first chair, etc. I’ve decided I’m going to pursue a music pathway in college, for that I need to audition. This wouldn’t be so bad, if it weren’t for the fact that I have to learn regular clarinet for auditions. So
- How do I make the transition from bass, to regular?
- What brand of clarinet should I get to “start on”?
- Any advice? Thanks!
I started practicing bass a couple days ago and I can do almost everything fine except for anything above a mid B natural. I can get a pretty good sound out of it but once I attempt anything with the register key it’s just nothing but squeak. I’ve tried messing with my embouchure, angle, different mouth positions and the such yet nothing seems to work. Any tips? It’s quite frustrating when you can’t play half your sheet music.
I recently started playing bass clarinet, and I am wondering what model I own. My school gave it to me to practice for solo and ensemble, so I did not buy it or do I know any information.
Leblanc Brand - Serial Number: 5628F
Low Eb Key
If this is any help, the logo on the top part of the clarinet is a white L symbol with the word Leblanc in it. It is very faint though.
If there are any further questions you have, ask please.
How many Bass Clarinets were or are at your school?
