The YCL-450 Series clarinet was carefully designed for the passionate beginner player looking to continue for many years ahead. These all-Grenadilla instruments were designed with expertise acquired through years of crafting professional level instruments.
Outstanding choice to begin working on expression and nuance
With a natural application of breath this model can produce clear, authentic clarinet tone. A fine blend of easy playability and excellent pitch makes the YCL-450 an outstanding choice to begin working on expression and nuance, which can significantly shorten the path to proficiency.
Know-how acquired through the production of custom models
Barrel's outer diameter: A shape that promotes efficient breath flow through the instrument. The barrel gets slightly smaller toward the mouthpiece for easy blowing and flexible response to expressive nuances. Slightly larger at the lower end.
Bell: The interior features an original Yamaha shape that results in improved B pitch.
Can be played naturally even by small children
The adjustable thumb rest can be set to a height that is most comfortable for individual players, reducing thumb discomfort and fatigue.
It can be set to make fingering comfortable for players with small hands and can be readjusted as necessary as the player grows and becomes more proficient. The thumb rest also includes a ring that can provide a convenient location for strap attachment when needed.
Keys
While silver-plated keys of YCL-450 give a softer and warmer sound, nickel-plated keys of YCL-450N delivers a clear focused tone.
New adjustable thumb-rest and strap ring
A new adjustable thumb-rest accommodates different sized hands helping the player develop proper playing technique. In addition, a strap ring allows for the instrument to be held without extra effort. Firmer screws and silver soldered ring gives this new feature excellent durability.
Optional Eb lever
YCL-450E with Eb lever is available as an optional extra.
Case
CLC-400EII is a semi-hard case that can be carried in your hand, over your shoulder, or like a backpack.
The YCL-450 Series clarinet was carefully designed for the passionate beginner player looking to continue for many years ahead. These all-Grenadilla instruments were designed with expertise acquired through years of crafting professional level instruments.
Outstanding choice to begin working on expression and nuance
With a natural application of breath this model can produce clear, authentic clarinet tone. A fine blend of easy playability and excellent pitch makes the YCL-450 an outstanding choice to begin working on expression and nuance, which can significantly shorten the path to proficiency.
Know-how acquired through the production of custom models
Barrel's outer diameter: A shape that promotes efficient breath flow through the instrument. The barrel gets slightly smaller toward the mouthpiece for easy blowing and flexible response to expressive nuances. Slightly larger at the lower end.
Bell: The interior features an original Yamaha shape that results in improved B pitch.
Can be played naturally even by small children
The adjustable thumb rest can be set to a height that is most comfortable for individual players, reducing thumb discomfort and fatigue.
It can be set to make fingering comfortable for players with small hands and can be readjusted as necessary as the player grows and becomes more proficient. The thumb rest also includes a ring that can provide a convenient location for strap attachment when needed.
Keys
While silver-plated keys of YCL-450 give a softer and warmer sound, nickel-plated keys of YCL-450N delivers a clear focused tone.
New adjustable thumb-rest and strap ring
A new adjustable thumb-rest accommodates different sized hands helping the player develop proper playing technique. In addition, a strap ring allows for the instrument to be held without extra effort. Firmer screws and silver soldered ring gives this new feature excellent durability.
Optional Eb lever
YCL-450E with Eb lever is available as an optional extra.
Case
CLC-400EII is a semi-hard case that can be carried in your hand, over your shoulder, or like a backpack.