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Lots of ways to go here... If you have the money, the Yamaha YBS-62 ($7100) is one of the best out there. If you have a moderate amount of money, try the Cannonball brand baris. If those aren't available near you, you can order them online, but definitely try them out in a store before that. Don't limit yourself to those brands, though. 3nodding

I'm not sure where you're located, but just ask your BD about where near music stores are located. They usually have a room in the back where you can try out all the different instruments that you want.

There are not many legitimate baris for a cheap price, though there are a few. You have to work with the money that you have and just see what you like by trying out all the different ones that you can. It's the best way to get the perfect instrument. biggrin

I am a Bass Clarinet player, but I also play the Eb and Bb (or BBb, depends on what you want to call it) Contra Bass Clarinet... Because I'm cool.

heart cool Yo Imma bass clar. player. cool heart

I love my bass clarinet... I'm the only one in my band ninja

Only Contra Bass clarinet player in my section. Well, actually, each section only gets one. stare

bass clarinet!! (Her name is Bassie, and my other one's name is Clarie...don't ask, they got the names in sixth grade.)

I play alto sax.