What is the value of a Leblanc clarinet?
Clarinet Values
| Brand (P) = Professional (I) = Intermediate (B) = Beginner | Model Info Bb unless otherwise noted | Auction (xx) = year |
|---|---|---|
| Leblanc (P) | L-7 “A” | $700 |
| Leblanc (P) | LL (model 1176) | $350 |
| Leblanc (P) | LL “A” | $450-800 (have seen large fluctuations for perfect examples) |
| Noblet (I) | 45 Artist | $150 |
Are Leblanc clarinets good?
Known for a rich, beautiful tone, comfortable keywork and impeccable intonation, Leblanc makes excellent clarinets. They have made high quality clarinets for decades and are constantly striving to improve their instruments through a broad range of clarinet models.
Are Leblanc clarinets still made?
Nowadays, only clarinets are manufactured and sold under the Leblanc brand, offering a range from traditional to bass clarinets to contrabass and contralto clarinets.
Is the clarinet expensive?
Beginner clarinets usually range in cost from $500 to $1100. Intermediate, or step-up clarinets usually range in cost $1,300 to $2,800 and entry level pro clarinets (still largely played by advanced students) around $2000 and up.
Are clarinets high pitched?
On the clarinet, playing C and blowing hard produces a high G. The clarinet is the only wind instrument that can reach such high notes. With more tone holes than the recorder and an extended register, the clarinet takes full advantage of this property.
Is the clarinet a high pitched instrument?
Another member of the woodwind family that is a high-pitched instrument is the E flat Clarinet.
Where are LeBlanc clarinets made?
Elkhart, Indiana
With all clarinet production for Leblanc Vito and Bliss clarinets moved to Elkhart, Indiana, a new level of craftsmanship and innovation emerged.
How do I know what model my clarinet is?
If you find a letter immediately followed by a number, such as “E11” or “R13,” stamped beneath the Buffet logo, this will be the model of the clarinet. Check beneath the Buffet logo for the little metal plate or a scar which might indicate that there had been a plate at one time.