Getzen Deluxe Wood Clarinet

Getzen Deluxe Wood Clarinet

Condition: Very Good

Here’s a chance to own a genuine piece of American band-instrument history! This Getzen Deluxe wooden clarinet bears the classic “Getzen Deluxe Elkhorn Wis” engraving on the bell, representing the Elkhorn, Wisconsin roots of a company that became one of America’s respected names in band instruments. The Deluxe is a vintage wooden Bb clarinet with the traditional character and appeal that makes older American-made woodwinds so interesting to players, collectors, and musicians who appreciate instruments with some history behind them. Getzen was founded in 1939 by T.J. Getzen and built its reputation through quality craftsmanship and a broad range of band instruments, particularly its highly regarded brass instruments.

The combination of genuine wood construction, the Deluxe designation, and unmistakable Elkhorn Getzen identity makes this a particularly appealing choice for a vintage-instrument enthusiast, serious player, or collector of American-made band instruments. Rather than being just another anonymous student clarinet, this one carries the name of an established American manufacturer and the character of a by-gone era of instrument making. If you appreciate vintage woodwinds and the history behind them, this Getzen Deluxe deserves to be on your short list — interesting American-made instruments like this don't come along every day.

*As shown in the pictures, this item shows signs of use. The case handle and latches have some superficial oxidationm but the case is solid and works great. There is also a crack near one of the joints (again, as shown in the pictures). The corks also show obvious signs of use. However, the joints seal and the instrument has been play tested and is in functioning condition.