Andrew Simon
Principal Clarinetist, Hong Kong Philharmonic
“Talk about a polished, efficient, competent and friendly place to one-stop shop! A much needed niche being filled at the highest level with great customer service in a very friendly manner! Bravi to my friends at RMS!”
Andrew Buckley
Clarinetist, Rochester, NY
“It is a beautiful instrument! The ease of response, the clarity of the sound, and the consistency of the tone color all the way up and down the instrument is incredible! Also, the tune up work that was done on the instrument is truly top notch. It is a real joy to play!”
Kevin Schaffter
Clarinetist & Music Director of MusAid Organization
“My experience with RMS has been the most seamless and enjoyable instrument purchase I have ever made. Their instruments were all beautifully set up, which made choosing an instrument far easier! I cannot recommend them enough!”
Gabriel Campos Zamora
Principal clarinet, Minnesota Symphony Orchestra
“I’m absolutely in love with my new instrument. Alcides’ work truly makes a huge difference in how the instrument plays- in fact, I sometimes forget that I’m paying a bass clarinet. More importantly, my new instrument was selected by a performer: someone who understands the concerns and needs of other performers. I look forward to working with RMS again!”
Patrick Rehker
Clarinetist, Rockford Symphony
“I couldn't be happier with my new set of clarinets. Heather and Alcides are fantastic musicians, so they pick only the top inventory to sell. This makes the whole experience very easy and stress-free. If you are looking for a new instrument(s), they will not disappoint!”
Jason Gibbs
Principal Clarinet, Villages Philharmonic
“I just want to take a moment and say wow! The clarinet overhauls were simply amazing. I really appreciate the time your team spent on the details. I love the fluid action of the key work and intonation adjustments. I am not sure if you know what I mean when I say that these instruments play better than when I had them Brannenized, but they do. Thank you! I will be a returning customer and I will help spread the word about your business!”
Kenneth Long
Clarinet Professor, Georgia State University
“I purchased a gem Buffet R13 Prestige from RMS and couldn't be more happy with it. Alcides' key work is spectacular (and I'm picky) and the overall shopping experience was second to none. I can't recommend strongly enough that RMS needs to be your go-to for excellent professional instruments!”
David Cook
Clarinetist, Wichita Symphony
“My new RC Prestige E-flat clarinet is everything I could have hoped for and so much more! I could not have asked for a better instrument or for better people to work with than Heather and Alcides. The quality of instruments and the friendly, professional service I received through RMS is truly at the highest level available. I will be recommending you to everybody I work with!”
Andrea Levine
Principal clarinet, Louisville Symphony
“I am so excited about the new E-flat! You made the whole process so easy, yet difficult because both instruments you sent were so great. Thank you so much for your and Alcides’ help!”
Victor Carrion
Clarinetist, University of Texas, Austin
“I received my clarinets! First, I have to say that they look and feel like a dream! I can’t tell how happy I am. You now have a customer for life and without a doubt I will spread the word to every clarinet player I know. Thanks Heather and Alcides!”
Bill Crabtree
Clarinetist, Phoenix, AZ
“I received my clarinet today, and I must say that as soon as I opened the case, I was amazed at how beautiful it looked. The only thing more beautiful was the quality of the work. The response of the instrument is flawless as well as the ease in which it now plays. I could not ask for the instrument to feel any better under my fingers. I can’t wait to unleash it at rehearsal tomorrow evening! Thank you for your kindness, professionalism and extraordinary work. You now have a customer for life.”
Diana Haskell
Associate principal clarinet, St. Louis Symphony
“Thank you for such fine instruments! I am thoroughly enjoying breaking them in. They are marvelous!”
Kenneth Graves
Principal clarinet, Mississippi Symphony
“Heather made the process of finding new clarinets so easy! The instruments she picks out are fantastic and she was also super helpful and easy to work with. Thanks again!”
Celeste Markey
New York Free-lance clarinetist
“Heather and Alcides have one of the best clarinet selection services I’ve ever encountered. Heather understands the importance of choosing an instrument that complements and enhances one’s musical voice. The clarinets she selected for me were so on point with what I was looking for that I’m surprised I was able to choose one at all! I look forward to many years of music making with this instrument!”
Abel Cabrera
Clarinetist, Dallas, TX
“Stunning. I’ve definitely fallen in love with my new Tosca, which has only ever been a dream until today. Thank you Heather and Alcides at Rodriguez Musical Services for making this process easy and for upgrading the instrument.”
Kevin Childs
Parent of clarinetist, Chicago, IL
“You aren't going to find a better clarinet shop, period. More than personalized service, more than the highest quality clarinet. If you are even semi-serious about playing clarinet, you simply need to make the journey.”
Susan Bartlett
Clarinetist, The Villages, FL
“I just finished a practice session, and my clarinet is better than ever! It looks like NEW, even where my fingers had worn away the finish. My arthritic fingers are also thankful for not having to work as hard. Thank you so much! You guys are the best!”
Cary Dodson
Free-lance clarinetist, Colorado
“I received my clarinet and wanted to let you know how happy I am with it! It has never played this well, and I wish I had sent it your way when I first purchased it. Thank you so much for the work, and I know I will be sending it again often for tune-ups!”
Ben Fox
Clarinetist, New York, NY
“I played the clarinets in rehearsal, and they're really incredible... better than I expected. Such a good feeling to know the clarinet is going to do everything I ask of it.”
Colleen White
Artist Associate of Clarinet, Willamette University
“The bass came yesterday afternoon, and I love it! The core sound is so rich, and the intonation is awesome! It plays so smooth too. It's a much better horn than what I've been playing on, and I liked that one!”
Jeff O'Flynn
Professor of Clarinet, Utah Valley University
“I recommend RMS to any clarinet player looking for a great instrument. Heather listened to what I needed from a clarinet and could not have done a better job in finding it. The whole process was effortless from beginning to end. The clarinets had an artist-level overhaul and played beautifully out of the box. I could tell that they were excellent instruments and that Alcides's work is impeccable. Heather is a dream to work with and I will be using RMS for future purchases. Thanks!!”