Selmer Paris Recital Clarinet Set – Model A – Model Bb – Double Case Selmer Paris Recital Clarinet Set – Model A – Model Bb – Double Case The Selmer Paris Recital Clarinet is one of the best clarinets available in the market today. World renown for their quality, Selmer Paris has a leader in woodwind instruments for well over 50 years. These clarinets are no exception to that. This listing includes both the Bb Model Selmer Paris Recital Clarinet and the A Model Selmer Paris Recital Clarinet. The clarinets come in a Selmer Paris Soft zipper double case that is a perfect fit for both instruments. The instruments were professionally used, and are in very good condition overall, as seen in the photographs. One mouthpiece will be included, which is the Selmer Paris C85 115 Made in France, along with a Rovner (style) ligature. After thoroughly inspecting the instruments, there appears to be no crack repairs in the wood, and the wood is in very healthy condition. The silver plating on the keys and joints has little to no wear, just noticed some minor scratches. The pads, felts and corks are in very good condition, these clarinets have been well maintained, and well cared for, during their use. The serial numbers match each joint on each instrument. (Serial numbers are D13XX & M59XX – both pictured). The barrels are marked 645. Both of these instruments if purchased new would cost over $10,000. These are not new, but look great and are a perfect for a clarinet shopper looking for a good price. From WWBW – Model A – $5,959.00 A warm, rich, and round tone with exception presence. Clarinetists preferring a darker, warmer sound will prefer the Recital. A highly tapered .567″ bore combines with a thicker grenadilla wood body to deliver a lush clarinet tone. Known for their smooth and butter-like action, Selmer Paris clarinets are a delicious combination of dark, focused sound and playability. Their silver-plated keys deliver a professional appearance and a positive no-slip feel while the adjustable thumb rest makes playing more comfortable. Your performance will be aided by blue steel needle springs that provide quick and light key action. Also includes short and long barrels, and a Selmer Paris hard rubber mouthpiece. From WWBW – Model Bb – $5,629.00 A sophisticated bore best suited for chamber music. Clarinetists who desire a rich, dark sound will love the Selmer Paris Recital Bb Clarinet. Perfect for chamber music, the small bore (.565″) and thick walls of the Selmer Recital provide a remarkably in tune, focused, and dark tone. Features of the Selmer Recital Bb Clarinet include a grenadilla wood body, sculpted keys and adjustable thumb rest.