
1740 Eb Alto Clarinet Grenadilla Wood – Professional – up to $1000.1740 Oboe Grenadilla Wood – Professional – up to $2000.1740 (Model 2) Bb Clarinet Grenadilla Wood – Intermediate – up to $500.1740 (Model 1 & Concorde) Bb Clarinet Grenadilla Wood – Entry Level Professional – up to $800.1740 Arrow Bb Clarinet Grenadilla Wood – Entry Level Professional – up to $950.So, how much is that old Martin Freres clarinet worth anyway? Here is a list of Bb clarinets for which we are tracking the market value. This remains true despite the fact that the quality of the Asian components is improving quickly. Even though brand new components to fit the Martin Freres brand of clarinets are readily available from Asia, original Martin Freres components remain far more valuable. The demand that we receive for original replacements parts is increasing. Which of the various Martin Freres maker’s stamps (logos) was used on the clarinet?īecause of the trickling supply of Martin Freres Vintage clarinets online, many Vintage Martin Freres Clarinets have become appreciable assets.Is the clarinet all original? Meaning: Is the bell original? Is the barrel original? Are the keys the original keys installed by its clarinet-maker? Do the serial numbers on the upper and lower joints match? Is the mouthpiece a Martin Freres? Is the ligature a Martin Freres? Originality of the clarinet certainly affect its value.Even if the clarinet is currently in good, playable condition, did the piece require significant repairs such as cracks, misaligned posts, replacement keys, at any time in its history?.How well has the clarinet been preserved, stored and/or maintained over the years of its existence?.Next, to determine the Martin Freres clarinet’s value, we answer the questions: Current demand versus available supply for the piece by collectors also affects the clarinet value.Where the piece was made The French pieces tend to have a higher value, for example, than do the clarinets manufactured elsewhere.Popularity and market acceptance of the model both at its initial release and with clarinet enthusiasts today.Current condition Is the clarinet playable? Does it need to be reconditioned? Are there any scratches, cracks, leaks, missing components?.
