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 Larry Combs, Leblanc France 1191S "Opus II"

Larry Combs

Larry Combs, Chicago Symphony Orchestra principal clarinetist since 1978, started playing at age 10 on a Leblanc clarinet. Aside from being one of the top classical clarinetists in the world, he is a skilled jazz musician, which brings a unique freedom of expression to his playing.

Leblanc offers the “Opus II” clarinet, designed in collaboration with Larry Combs. Based on the highly acclaimed Opus acoustic, this instrument provides the rich, dark sound and playing ease you’ve come to expect from the Leblanc line of professional clarinets. Its beautifully sculpted keywork is as pleasing to the eye as to the touch, and numerous enhancements, such as its adjustable bridge mechanism and E/B and F#/C# keys, save trips to the repair shop. Larry Combs says, “The Opus II has redesigned keywork that is ergonomically superior, decreasing muscle tension and stress. Ultimately, it may extend a player’s career.”

1191S 1191S Specifications

Key: Bb
Key mechanism: 18 key, 6 ring
Key style: Offset trill keys, auxiliary Ab-Eb key, adjustable bridge mechanism, adjustable right hand E/B and F#/C# keys
Body material: Aged unstained grenadilla wood
Pad cup style: Ronds bombés (rounded)
Key finish: Silver-plated
Mouthpiece: 2571-LC1
Case: Deluxe wood-shell

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