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First Clarinets
Quality construction, utilizing cost-effective
plastic or resin bodies, will stand up to the rigors
of student use in both concert and marching situations
while providing a responsive, rich tone. Models with
undercut tone holes deliver improved intonation while
the ABS resin body models carry a five-year warranty!
Models with polished bores provide evenness of tone
color throughout the instrument.
New & Used Clarinets for sale
for the Serious Student
Made with professional grenadilla wood bodies,
these instruments deliver a fuller and more resonant
sound. Models with undercut tone holes allow accurate
intonation and responsive playing.
Maintenance
Maintenance and care are the most important factors in
maintaining the playability and longevity of your
instrument.
Moisture is one of the
main factors in clarinet failure. It causes
deterioration of the pads as well as providing the
perfect environment for germs and bacteria to
flourish. Swabbing and the use of pad savers is the
best preventative medicine for this condition.
The care of wood
instruments requires special consideration in regards
to humidity and temperature. To prevent the wood from
drying out, keep the humidity at a constant level by
using an in-case humidifier. To keep the bore from
cracking, if the instrument is cold (such as from
being outdoors) it must be warmed properly before
playing. If this is not done, warm air blown into the
instrument will cause the bore to expand while the
outside does not. This will crack the bore. It is not
recommended to use a wood clarinet for marching.
Mouthpieces -
Clarinet Reeds
Clarinet mouthpieces vary in width of tip opening,
bore size, baffle (floor thickness), and material. All
combine to vary the amount of air and control required
loudness, and tone color. Mouthpieces for first
clarinets are designed for ease of playing and
controllability for the student. Upper level
mouthpieces are tailored to the needs and skills of
the more advanced player.
Ligatures
The design, style, and material of the ligature (which
holds the reed on the mouthpiece) will affect the
responsiveness and tonal characteristics of the
instrument. A basic metal ligature is recommended for
a first clarinet, while more advanced students
experiment with ligature and mouthpiece combinations
to find their preferred sound.
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Your First
Clarinet: |
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YCL-250 |
Yamaha Clarinet for sale: key of Bb; matte finish ABS resin body,
barrel, and bell; nickel-plated keys and bell
ring; undercut tone holes; rustproof stainless
steel springs; includes CLC-25BL case and 4C
mouthpiece. |
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1400B |
Selmer clarinet: key
of Bb; .590" molded bore; high impact plastic
body; nickel plated keys; Bundy plastic
mouthpiece; includes double wall case |
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 CL301
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Selmer (USA) clarinet:
key of Bb; .573" reamed bore; high-impact plastic
body; nickel-plated keys; Selmer (USA) hard rubber
mouthpiece; includes double wall case |
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For the
Dedicated Student: |
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YCL-450N
New! |
Yamaha intermediate
clarinet: key of Bb; professional grenadilla body,
barrel and bell; undercut tone holes; power-forged
keys; blue-steel springs; new bridge key design;
nickel-plated keys and bell ring; includes 2* hard
rubber mouthpiece and YAC-1315 case. Also
available with silver-plated keys. |
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 CL201
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Selmer (USA)
intermediate clarinet: key of Bb; .573" reamed
bore; grenadilla wood body; nickel-plated keys;
includes mouthpiece and case |
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CL211 |
Selmer (USA)
intermediate clarinet: key of Bb; features a
grenadilla wood body; undercut tone holes;
silver-plated keys and bell ring; adjustable thumb
rest; includes 4895 wood and leather case, 221-105
mouthpiece and a reed |
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