'The instrument I tried was free blowing with a lovely sound and perfectly acceptable intonation, in fact, better in tune than many far more expensive wooden models I have tried. It was (surprisingly for the price) silver-plated, padded and "set up" in the Packer workshop to a high standard and had a mouthpiece which was also acceptable (unusual for an inexpensive clarinet).'
Leslie Craven, Principal Clarinettist Welsh National Opera
JP 121 Mark III Clarinet Bb Silver Plated Keys Ideal starter instrument. Designed to be user friendly at an affordable price and to get the novice through the early grades. Supplied with case, case cover (inc shoulder strap), mouthpiece, ligature, cap and reed.
This is a super little clarinet with very friendly playing characteristics and good tuning. Solidly built of ABS with strong keywork & lightweight case. The simple system, small tone holes and no central joint make these ideal for starter players.
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The Bass clarinet was also a fantastic bargain for the money and I think that schools and local authority music centres should be queuing to get one of these!! This is by far the best non - wooden instrument I have tried. I have to admit to being sceptical about non wooden instruments but I am now a convert as the sound quality on both these models was very good indeed, giving a sweet mellow sound which seems to be round in all registers and at all dynamics.
What a terrific opportunity for schools to start clarinet ensembles.
Leslie Craven, Principal Clarinettist Welsh National Opera
JP 122 Bass Clarinet to Eb, in Bb Silver Plated Keys Excellent quality student instrument. Durable with good tonal characteristics and dynamic range. Supplied in backpack style case with easy blow mouthpiece and full technical set up.
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22 Bass Clarinet to low C JP 222 Bass Clarinet to low C Bb This is a superb instrument giving an excellent tonal response across all registers, but particularly in those tricky areas over the break. Ideal for schools and ensembles. Highly recommended.
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