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Vintage Noblet Paris Model 40 B♭ Soprano Clarinet – Made in France – Matching Serial B69258
Vintage Noblet Paris Model 40 B♭ soprano clarinet, made in France by Leblanc. The Model 40 was Noblet’s quality intermediate-level wooden clarinet and features an aged grenadilla wood body with traditional 17-key, 6-ring keywork.
Both main wooden body joints are stamped with the matching serial number B69258, indicating a matching instrument.
Details:
• Noblet Paris Model 40
• B♭ (B-flat) soprano clarinet
• Made in France
• Aged grenadilla wood body
• 17-key, 6-ring configuration
• Nickel-plated keywork
• Matching serial number B69258 on both main joints
• Noblet Paris markings
• Includes fitted hard case
• Includes mouthpiece, ligature/cap and miscellaneous accessories shown in photos
Condition:
This is a vintage, pre-owned instrument showing age and previous use. The wooden body has scratches, scuffs and other cosmetic wear. The metal keywork has visible tarnish, oxidation/discoloration and age-related wear. Corks, pads and other components are older and may require servicing or replacement.
PLEASE NOTE: This clarinet has not been professionally serviced or play-tested, so its current playing condition is unknown. It is being sold as an untested vintage instrument and may require cleaning, adjustment, new pads/corks or other maintenance or repairs before being ready to play.
No guarantees are made regarding the condition of the pads, corks, springs, keys or other mechanical components.
The case and included accessories also show age and wear.
Please carefully review all photos, as they are an important part of the condition description. You will receive the exact clarinet, case and accessories pictured.
