1980s Selmer Paris Recital Bb Clarinet - Ex-USAF Horn
For sale is a professional, vintage Selmer Paris Recital Bb Clarinet, serial number C9944. Dating from the early to mid-1980s, this instrument is the historic model renowned for its unique acoustic concept. Purchased from USAF inventory, it is in overall excellent condition, plays beautifully, and is ready for the concert stage.
This is the ultimate choice for the professional, serious student, or collector who prefers a darker, warmer, and heavier tone than a standard R13. Its significant weight and rich acoustic presence make it ideal for solo and orchestral performance.
The Recital is defined by its engineering designed for a rich, warm, and condensed voice. This particular horn has a history of elite maintenance, guaranteeing its functional quality.
What makes this horn a professional standout:
- Extra-Thick Grenadilla Wood: The Recital features joints that are up to 2mm thicker than other professional clarinets, giving it a significant weight and a deep, concentrated sound that holds its center at extreme dynamics.
- Ex-USAF Provenance: Its history as an Air Force horn ensures it was meticulously maintained under a professional schedule, contributing to its current excellent condition.
- Reliable Condition: The wood is solid and structurally sound. While there is minor acid bleed around some portions and common wear on the key touches, the overall condition is excellent, and it is fully regulated.
- Classic Feel: Despite its age, it looks and feels like a modern instrument, making the transition seamless for a player accustomed to contemporary keywork.
Specifications & Condition
- Model: Selmer Paris Recital
- Serial Number: C9944
- Approx. Year: 1980s (Vintage)
- Body Material: Extra-Thick Grenadilla Wood
- Bore Size: 14.30mm (.563 inch) (Approx.)
- Key Plating: Silver Plated Keys
- Condition: Overall excellent condition. Wood is solid. Shows minor acid bleed and common wear on key touch points, but is fully regulated and playing at a professional level.
- Our Service: Our comprehensive service included a thorough inspection, precision adjustments, and fine-tuning to ensure optimal key action and seal before sale.
- Included: Protec Double Clarinet Case.
Why Choose Fleming Music?
Here at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site instrument repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and fine-tuned before it reaches you. We take pride in offering a 1-year warranty and 2-week return policy on all instruments, giving you peace of mind with your investment. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, so please reach out to us at the shop via phone, email, or website contact: https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact.
As always, we invite you to stop by our Houston shop to try this instrument in person. Nothing compares to the experience of a horn in your own hands. Would you like me to draft a listing for another one of your instruments?
