Vintage A. Bonneville Albert System Clarinet
$525
Here's a rare c.1900's (or earlier!) vintage "Imperial" model Albert system clarinet by Auguste Bonneville of France. He was well known for his flutes (both wood and metal) and I have seen other clarinets with his name. It is a well made instrument of fine grained grenadilla wood with solid nickel alloy key-work, posts and rings, and a bore of .585". It is in great condition for age, with no cracks or repairs to body, just a sealed hairline in the barrel. The instrument is marked A, but seems to be a very HP A, as it plays at almost Bb at 440 - a slightly shorter barrel (or tighter embouchure than mine) would put you there!
It has been disassembled, soaked in oil, swedged and countersunk, body, keys and posts buffed, new white Roo leather pads and corks installed. Big, warm, focused tone and good intonation for age: Overall, I am really pleased with this instrument! Comes with original wooden mouthpiece and vintage (possibly original) case in worn but solid condition.
It has been disassembled, soaked in oil, swedged and countersunk, body, keys and posts buffed, new white Roo leather pads and corks installed. Big, warm, focused tone and good intonation for age: Overall, I am really pleased with this instrument! Comes with original wooden mouthpiece and vintage (possibly original) case in worn but solid condition.
Payment
Cash, US personal or bank checks (held for 3 business days), US money orders, Venmo, Zelle, Western Union and PayPal (+4% for fees) are accepted. The Paypal button is located below for customers in the U.S.A. wishing to make immediate purchase. It includes the Paypal fee and flat rate shipping.
Cash, US personal or bank checks (held for 3 business days), US money orders, Venmo, Zelle, Western Union and PayPal (+4% for fees) are accepted. The Paypal button is located below for customers in the U.S.A. wishing to make immediate purchase. It includes the Paypal fee and flat rate shipping.
Shipping and Returns
All shipping is by Fedex or USPS priority with tracking (depending on the weight of the item). I can generally ship a clarinet and case for $20-30 - I try not to pad shipping. Antique/vintage instrument refunds issued on a case by case basis. Returns will be accepted within 5 days and I will issue refund (minus 10% for restock and cleaning), store credit or an exchange. Please enquire terms of return before purchase!
All shipping is by Fedex or USPS priority with tracking (depending on the weight of the item). I can generally ship a clarinet and case for $20-30 - I try not to pad shipping. Antique/vintage instrument refunds issued on a case by case basis. Returns will be accepted within 5 days and I will issue refund (minus 10% for restock and cleaning), store credit or an exchange. Please enquire terms of return before purchase!