Vintage Noblet Paris Model 45 Clarinet 1974 – Boehm System – Original Case – France

Vintage Professional vintage Noblet Paris clarinet, model 45, Boehm system. A classic French instrument from the mid-20th century Parisian school, made of natural grenadilla (blackwood) with original silver-plated keywork.

Model: Noblet 45 (identified by period catalogs and mechanical design).

Estimated year: circa 1974 (Leblanc / Noblet serial number range).

Body material: Natural grenadilla (blackwood).

Serial number: 36589, matching on all sections.

Origin: Made in France.

Dimensions & weight:

— assembled length with mouthpiece: 66 cm

— bell diameter: 7.8 cm outer / 5.5 cm inner

— clarinet weight: 770 g

— weight with case: 1845 g

The body is visually straight and intact; the wood is solid with no visible cracks. The geometry of the instrument and bell is preserved.

Functional condition

The instrument has been inspected and play-tested. Sound is produced across the full range, response is stable, and the mechanism operates correctly; keys move freely and do not stick.

Important note (professional disclosure)

Due to the age of the instrument, long-term storage, and lack of regular use, replacement of pads and tenon corks may be recommended by a professional technician, depending on the buyer’s standards and playing requirements.

This is a normal and expected consideration for vintage wooden wind instruments and reflects a conservative and transparent approach to condition description.

Included

— clarinet (5 original sections)

— mouthpiece with ligature and cap

— original hard case

— wooden bore swab

About the brand

Noblet is one of the oldest French manufacturers of wooden wind instruments, founded in the 18th century. Instruments from the 1950s–1960s are valued for their wood quality, reliable mechanics, and warm, focused tone. The Noblet 45 model is traditionally regarded as a reference level between advanced-student and professional clarinets.

CONDITION & SALES TERMS / AS IS

This item is sold STRICTLY AS IS, in its current condition, with no warranties, expressed or implied.

Returns are not accepted.

In exceptional cases, a return is possible only with prior written agreement between the parties.

All costs related to any potential return, including return shipping, packaging, insurance, and all transport risks, are fully paid by the buyer.

All customs duties, taxes, and import fees in the country of destination are paid entirely by the buyer.

Delays caused by destination-country customs authorities are possible.

In case of return, inspection at the post office is mandatory to confirm preservation of the original condition.

If the item does not match its original condition, the return will not be accepted.

Any third-party intervention without written consent of the seller — including adjustment, repair, lubrication, disassembly, parts replacement, or any other alteration — fully voids the possibility of return.

By purchasing, the buyer acknowledges the vintage nature of the item and accepts all terms before completing the purchase.