What is a Vito Resotone clarinet?

Vito Resotone is a brand name for a type of clarinet manufactured by The Vito Company. The company was founded in 1896 in Elkhart, Indiana, and specialized in the production of woodwind instruments, including clarinets, saxophones, and flutes. The Vito Resotone clarinet was introduced in the mid-20th century as an affordable option for students and amateur musicians.

The Vito Resotone clarinet is made of a synthetic material called Resotone, which is a blend of plastic resins, wood pulp, and other materials. Resotone is durable, lightweight, and resistant to moisture and temperature changes, making it a suitable material for clarinets that are used in a variety of environments. The Vito Resotone clarinet is known for its warm, mellow sound, and it has been used by many professional musicians over the years, including Benny Goodman and Buddy DeFranco.

Vito Resotone clarinets were primarily manufactured from the 1950s through the 1970s and were widely used by school bands and amateur musicians due to their affordability and durability. The company eventually discontinued the production of the Vito Resotone clarinet and other wind instruments in the 1980s. As a result, the remaining Vito Resotone clarinets have become sought after by collectors and vintage musical instruments enthusiasts.