Yamaha YCL-457-II 20 Bb Clarinet German System

Instrument for intermediates!

The YAMAHA YCL-457-II 20 Bb-Clarinet could be a long lasting companion for every player. Not only for beginners, but especially for intermediates it is a very good instrument.

Noticabel technical changes are for example the F key on the left instead of an Eb key. To get an easier attack point in the middle and higher tone range the bore is much smaller than before. For a comfortable feeling while playing the YCL-457-II 20 Bb-Clarinet has a heightened plateau.

Another important improvement is a metal application on the Eb-/B-key to save the cork and give it more stability. The "short" A key is combined with the G# key. This improves the sound of A and Bb and offers the possibility to trill G#-A much easier.

Instead of natural cork the YAMAHA YCL-457-II 20 Bb-Clarinet uses a synthetic one for the upholstery. The thumb holder is now adjustable about 12 mm and has much more stability. There is also a ring to use a holder if necessary.

Features: Key: Bb German System Material body: Grenadillo Material mechanic: nickel silver (silver plated) 20 keys 6 ring keys Normal head joint (56 mm) Combined A/G# key Synthetic cork Eb/Bb key with metal application Incl. lightweight case, mouthpiece and ligature

• Manufacturer: Yamaha
• Weight (kg): 0,68
• Number of keys: 20
• Material keys: Nickel Silver
• Body Material: Grenadill
• Number of Rings: 6
• Number of Bulbs: 1
• Container Material: Grenadill
• Wood Colour: Black
• Mechanics: German
• Tuning: Bb