Selmer, Privilege, B Flat Clarinet
This a mint condition Selmer Paris Privilege Bb Clarinet, which is a commission sale for Clarinets Direct. This is one of Selmer's leading models and it has been owned by a UK professional. Selmer Privilege clarinets are undoubtedly among the best designed French instruments worldwide, featuring many improvements over other manufacturer's models. These include a metal tenon insert at the top of the lower joint and a sculpted rear touchpiece for the register key. Overall the impression is that the key work ergonomics are superb, and the design is built to withstand many years of professional use. The upper joint features a large reversed cone which narrows to 14.6mm. This results in exceptionally accurate twelfths, and overall the intonation is superior to most other French designed instruments today.
This Bb clarinet has matching S/N SO1278. The wood is in pristine condition, with no cracks or repairs. All the Silver plate key work is in perfect condition. The white leather pads are all as new. The lower pads feature metal reflectors for improved sound emission. The 2 original Selmer barrels are of 64.5mm, & 65.5mm. An unused Selmer Echo m'piece is also included, and the original case is also "as new".