The vintage clarinet doctor home page winston salem. Ive owned a couple of various vintages and they are always great to play with excellent keywork. Jun 22, 2011 how much is my noblet wood clarinet worth. Logos for editorial use are suitable to illustrate news articles, but are not cleared for commercial use. In 1988 there was the plastinite noblet n, which may simply be a dressed up vito.
This clarinet was totally services by a napbirt certified band repair tech with over 20 years experience. It produces a satisfying tone without much effort, and the student models are wellmade and affordable. The noblet clarinets are a step up from the normandy model, but the difference is slight and both have the same sturdy leblanc key work. May 26, 2018 im looking to buy a noblet made in france metal clarinet with a serial number of 63, and i was wondering if anybody actually knew how much its worth because they seem to be selling it for awfully cheap. A highly tapered bore combines with a thicker grenadilla wood body to deliver a lush clarinet tone. Noblet metal clarinet noblet metal clarinets were made up into the 1960s long after most makers quit by 1940. There are no cracks or damage to the wood, which is pristine throughout. However, the last noblet, having no heirs, passed on his company to a mr. Graphics for concert invitations and music classes adverts. This item noblet model 4k bb intermediate clarinet. Noblet would help establish france as the center of woodwind manufacturing. However,unlike my past forays in the packaged software field, i quicklycame to like the price of a recurring.
This noblet paris clarinet is an excellent intermediate instrument with many of the features of professional model clarinets. More serial number information is found on the noblet n page. Dont miss the chance to have a original french made intermediate clarinet. Information about model names not listed above is found on the laureate page. Leblanc france noblet 40 grenadilla clarinet description. Facebook keep up with my latest horns, ask questions, read the occasionally. Get the guaranteed best price on bass clarinets like the noblet model 60 low eb bass clarinet at musicians friend. The licorice shtick blog is the creation of the vintage clarinet doctor, a winston salem, nc based woodwind instrument repair shop specializing in vintage and antique clarinets, saxophones, and the occasional flute. The rh joint had serious chipping on the bottom, and i spliced in material from a plastic instrument.
Leblanc france noblet 40 grenadilla clarinet rent to own. The model 45 had simply the diamondshaped logo with the word noblet engraved inside it. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. But starting around 1972 both the diamond logo and the newer tv screen shaped logo were used, depending on the model number. All four pieces of the clarinet are marked with the noblet symbol, noblet paris in the television screen shaped box with an n in a circle sitting on top. This clarinet comes standard with a high quality grenadilla wood body, undercut tone holes, silver plated keys and a thumb rest. Im looking to buy a noblet made in france metal clarinet with a serial number of 63, and i was wondering if anybody actually knew how much its worth because they seem to be selling it for awfully cheap. The leblanc normandy 4 bb clarinet from the heritage series is an extremely freeblowing and flexible clarinet. It seems that this oval noblet emblem was in use from the 1940s through about 1962, then use of the diamond logo extended to about 1990. All the nickel silver plated key work is in excellent condition. Over 200 used clarinet bodies for bb and bass clarinet. Logos database editorial logos find clarinet logo image and details. Sep 22, 2017 the last batch of the noblet bb metal clarinet was made in 1972.
The owner of this lovely clarinet recounts that it was purchased in the 1940s from the owner of victor music in madison, wi 456 state st. Depending on your price range, you may want to find an older model noblet clarinet, since they manufactured these older versions with better wood and may have taken more time with the details. The serial number is 7098a and is not listed in the list of serial numbers typically is the logo on the top or left hand section. Home before and after clarinet donations contact us learn music lessons oriental rugs performance shop services testimonials links.
I have an noblet artist, in a perfect condition not for sale. The artist model is physically the same as the regular 45 except it has hand selected aged wood. Links to websites about clarinets, reeds, mouthpieces, serial numbers, and clarinet makers. We also offer historical and technical information, evaluations, estimates, and sales of restored instruments. Noblet model 60 low eb bass clarinet musicians friend.
However, i would prefer to use my buffet crampon r bb clarinet for playing classical music, and use the noblet bb metal clarinet for playing jazz music. The vintage clarinet doctor blog the licorice shtick. Leblanc heritage series noblet model 4 student clarinet with. This instrument is new, it was used as a shop demonstrator, and was one of the last c clarinets made by leblanc before their factory was sold to buufet in 2009. Finest pisoni fish skin pads have been fitted throughout, the key work polished, and all tenon and touch corks replaced. Key of bb, grenadilla wood, nickel silver plated keys remastered. The last batch of the noblet bb metal clarinet was made in 1972. The secret life of pets 2 credits superlogos wiki fandom. Omitted from the photo were the bassett clarinet which did not exist in their line at that time, the a bass clarinet which only selmer has made in modern times, but examples of which have existed since the 1800s. Music industry conference business guide sage journals. The noblet 45a from leblanc france is an intermediate instrument that has a beautiful fullbodied tone quality that is exceptionally flexible, responsive and easy to control throughout the clarinet range. From information at, this oval logo was used from the 1940s.
This is a superb condition noblet, paris, bass clarinet in grenadilla wood, to low eb. This is a beautiful yamaha model ycl221 ii bass clarinet. Noblet emblem has the double diamond, thus a newer emblem. This clarinet is in mint condition with just one nick in the plastic body. The noblet wood clarinet was known as a solid performing, intermediate level clarinet. But, i also happened to know the original owner of the clarinet. Although this clarinet is made of metal, the clarinet tone is surprisingly mellow. Noblet 45 laureate the noblet 45 laureate was an interesting model. This noblet bb metal clarinet is made of solid nickel silver, and it is made in france.
There was a model 40 noblet that was below the model 45. They are quite nice instruments, somewhat heavier than my buffet, which isn. I say may because i dont know how complete or accurate it is. In 1904, noblet found himself with no heir to the family business, and it was sold to georges leblanc. Noblet currently uses numbers to designate models in the line. Simone, if you have found one of these which plays to your liking at a price within your budget, that would be good enough for me.
Not sure on years but keywork is inline, sculpted like leblanc but sheet metal trill key guide. Comes in its original hardshell case with a mouthpiece. We carry a wide selection of student clarinets that provide a smart alternative to renting. The vintage clarinet doctor home page winston salem, nc. A place for sharing information about clarinets, especially vintage models. It is estimated to be made between the late 1960s and 1972.
Silhouette of a clarinet, long woodwind instrument, round tone hole rings and flaring bell at the end. Your vito duke beri has the bell keys on the right my noblet standard low bb beri has its. I have purchased what i believe is an older noblet paris clarinet i know nothing about any clarinet and wondered if someone could help me out here. I know of noblet, but i do not know about the artist model. Mar 22, 2020 the licorice shtick blog is the creation of the vintage clarinet doctor, a winston salem, nc based woodwind instrument repair shop specializing in vintage and antique clarinets, saxophones, and the occasional flute. The vintage clarinet doctor is a winston salem, nc based business, serving many other locations across the us and canada, japan, australia, and western europe. Find clarinet stock images in hd and millions of other royaltyfree stock photos, illustrations and vectors in the shutterstock collection. Leblanc france noblet 40 grenadilla clarinet rent to own program. This mixed serial number clarinet came to me with cracks in the lh joint and one very minor chip on that joint.
On the bell of the it looks like it says nohlet france but they have it listed as nobelt. Ive been told that one can contact customer service at the leblanc company and they may have information about noblet serial numbers. I have over 300 sax keys and 1,000 clarinet keys for bb and bass. The upper and lower sections both have the matching serial number 386xx the bell ring was loose. He is probably confusing clarinet info with sax info. I cannot locate a serial number on any piece but each piece does have the noblet paris with a line around this and an n above it, this seems like a hard plastic i could be wrong any info i can get would be helpful. However, what the market today refers to as an intermediate clarinet means something very different than what this clarinet is. Noblet clarinets are generally worth the money in my view.
The history of leblanc dates back to 1750 when ets. The bell and crook are both in good condition with no dents, or plating wear. Leblanc and noblet were originally separate french woodwind manufacturing companies dating back to the mideighteenth century. I can also make most parts that are out of production, i can also repair most broken parts you have, even if all the parts are not there. This french made clarinet is discontinued, but we found a collection of them and are ready to sell. Noblet was established in france making instruments for the court of louis xv.
Note, a real beauty in a new leblanc case accessories. There is also a noblet and normandy partial serial number list posted on that site. Leblanc continued to make clarinets under the noblet name. They say the round noblet emblem was in use from the 1940s through about 1962, then the diamond emblem to about 1990, and the tv sreen starting about 1973 and overlapped with the diamond, depending on model number. Clarinets free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Thousands of new, highquality pictures added every day. Leblanc heritage series noblet model 4 student clarinet. Links vintage clarinet and saxophone repair, restoration. On the other hand the very old noblet is a very exciting instrumentthose made in the 1920s or earlier. Logos for editorial use are suitable to illustrate news articles, but. Noblet clarinet information early emblems early shared throat keys noblet 40 noblet stubbins.
Several years ago i had a noblet that i dated through leblanc. Get the guaranteed best price on student bb clarinets like the leblanc heritage series noblet model 4 student clarinet at musicians friend. An optional resonance key for the recital provides additional. The seriel number is 21206 and the clarinet is decent condition and was played for a few years. Apr 08, 2015 this feature is not available right now. The barrel, upper and lower joints all have the logo with the d in the lyre above the oval as shown in the first two photos which the clarinet perfection website shows the logo as an early model 40.
Beaugnier, vito, noblet etc models archive sax on the web forum. The bb clarinet is a popular instrument for beginning musicians. For serial numbers for models 27, 40 and 45, see the noblet 27 page. Free vector for music, musical instruments and woodwind instruments designs. I tried several and the link hr 7 was the best, but still a bit much for me to play every day. It was tightened using a special clarinet bell ring press. Noblet clarinets model 40 and 45 are ver y nice indtermediate instruments. Youll note that all of the horns in the photo were products of leblanc paris. A preceeding f in the serial number indicates a clarinet made for the european market a442, a444. Noblet paris clarinet 100% grenadilla wood with case reverb. Given the low serial number, i would put the age of the horn at 1940. Rose 40 etudes became the clarinetists holy bible, rose 32. Even the last of them are believed to be somewhat better than the average metal clarinet, but they are nothing too exciting. I was just wondering what a rough estimate was and what kind it is specifically.
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