Best Bb Clarinets (Boehm) Under $2,000 2025

Affordable bb clarinets (boehm) under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $800 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Students For Band For Orchestra For Jazz For All Genres For General Performance

BRANDS: Buffet Crampon RZ Clarinets Yamaha Selmer

Buffet Crampon E-11 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Buffet Crampon E-11 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

by Buffet Crampon

General Performance All Genres Students

Key Feature:

• Great for all musical styles

✓ PROS

• Easy to find teachers and repair
• Most common clarinet type

✗ CONS

• Competition in section auditions
• Requires regular maintenance

Buffet Crampon E-11 Bb-Clarinet 17/6B Flat ClarinetModel BC2501-2-0GBBoehm systemMade from African Grenadill (Dalbergia...

⭐ 4.5/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 127960

$1,098

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Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Gig Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Gig Bag

by Buffet Crampon

General Performance All Genres Orchestra

Key Feature:

• Easy to find teachers and repair

✓ PROS

• Boehm system widely taught
• Easy to find teachers and repair

✗ CONS

• Common but requires skill to stand out
• Standard fingering system limitations

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Gig BagBb Clarinet (Boehm System)Model: BC1102C-2-0GB17 keys and six ringsMade of...

⭐ 4.4/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 616160

$1,891

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Buffet Crampon E12FL Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Buffet Crampon E12FL Bb-Clarinet 18/6

by Buffet Crampon

Orchestra All Genres General Performance

Key Feature:

• Boehm system widely taught

✓ PROS

• Great for all musical styles
• Boehm system widely taught

✗ CONS

• Competition in section auditions
• Common but requires skill to stand out

Buffet Crampon E12FL Bb-Clarinet 18/6Bb ClarinetSuccessor to the E-11 FranceBoehm systemMade completely of African...

⭐ 4.5/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 296649

$1,638

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Buffet Crampon E12F Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Buffet Crampon E12F Bb-Clarinet 17/6

by Buffet Crampon

Students Orchestra All Genres

Key Feature:

• Most common clarinet type

✓ PROS

• Boehm system widely taught
• Most common clarinet type

✗ CONS

• May require A clarinet for some pieces
• Standard fingering system limitations

Buffet Crampon E12F Bb-Clarinet 17/6Bb ClarinetE12FSuccessor to the E-11 FranceBoehm systemMade completely of...

⭐ 4.6/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 296648

$1,429

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F.A. Uebel Classic Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

F.A. Uebel Classic Bb-Clarinet

by F.A. Uebel

Band Orchestra Jazz

Key Feature:

• Most common clarinet type

✓ PROS

• Easy to find teachers and repair
• Extensive repertoire available

✗ CONS

• Common but requires skill to stand out
• May require A clarinet for some pieces

F.A. Uebel Classic Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetMade of grenadilla wood (Dalbergia melanoxylon)Boehm system17 Keys6...

⭐ 4.7/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 114985

$1,737

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Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

by Buffet Crampon

Students Orchestra All Genres

Key Feature:

• Great for all musical styles

✓ PROS

• Easy to find teachers and repair
• Boehm system widely taught

✗ CONS

• Requires regular maintenance
• May require A clarinet for some pieces

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6Bb ClarinetModel BC1102-2-0Boehm systemMade completely of African blackwood...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 165483

$1,978

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Yamaha YCL-450M-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Yamaha YCL-450M-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

by Yamaha

General Performance Orchestra All Genres

Key Feature:

• Boehm system widely taught

✓ PROS

• Great for all musical styles
• Boehm system widely taught

✗ CONS

• Requires regular maintenance
• Common but requires skill to stand out

Yamaha YCL-450M-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6Bb ClarinetBoehm SystemDuet+-ModelMade of grenadilla woodUpper joint: inner bore and...

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 601838

$1,187

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Yamaha YCL-650-E Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YCL-650-E Clarinet

by Yamaha

Students Band Jazz

Key Feature:

• Extensive repertoire available

✓ PROS

• Easy to find teachers and repair
• Great for all musical styles

✗ CONS

• Standard fingering system limitations
• Requires regular maintenance

Yamaha YCL-650-EBb Boehm ClarinetNew series with new barrel shapeMade of grenadilla (Dalbergia melanoxylon)New bell...

⭐ 4.5/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 157284

$1,737

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F.A. Uebel Classic L Bb Clarinet Eb key - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

F.A. Uebel Classic L Bb Clarinet Eb key

by F.A. Uebel

Band All Genres General Performance

Key Feature:

• Great for all musical styles

✓ PROS

• Great for all musical styles
• Most common clarinet type

✗ CONS

• May require A clarinet for some pieces
• Competition in section auditions

F.A. Uebel Classic L Bb Clarinet Eb keyBb ClarinetMade of grenadilla wood (Dalbergia melanoxylon)Boehm system18 Keys6...

⭐ 4.4/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 261160

$1,758

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Yamaha YCL-650 Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YCL-650 Clarinet

by Yamaha

Jazz Band Students

Key Feature:

• Easy to find teachers and repair

✓ PROS

• Boehm system widely taught
• Most common clarinet type

✗ CONS

• Competition in section auditions
• Standard fingering system limitations

Yamaha YCL-650Bb Boehm ClarinetProfessional classNatural wood surfaceInsetconical tone holesBell with resonance...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 149523

$1,484

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Selmer Prologue II 17/6 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Selmer Prologue II 17/6 Bb-Clarinet

by Selmer

All Genres Band Orchestra

Key Feature:

• Extensive repertoire available

✓ PROS

• Great for all musical styles
• Boehm system widely taught

✗ CONS

• Requires regular maintenance
• Competition in section auditions

Selmer Prologue II 17/6 Bb-ClarinetBb Clarinet (Boehm System)17 Keys6 Rings1 Barrel: 64.5 mmSilver-plated key system...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 596415

$1,935

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RZ Clarinets Andante Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.9/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

RZ Clarinets Andante Bb-Clarinet 17/6

by RZ Clarinets

Students General Performance Jazz

Key Feature:

• Most common clarinet type

✓ PROS

• Most common clarinet type
• Extensive repertoire available

✗ CONS

• May require A clarinet for some pieces
• Standard fingering system limitations

RZ Clarinets Andante Bb-Clarinet 17/6Bb ClarinetBoehm SystemModel for students and advanced playersMaterial: Grenadilla...

⭐ 4.9/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 589350

$1,428

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Yamaha YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

by Yamaha

Orchestra General Performance Students

Key Feature:

• Great for all musical styles

✓ PROS

• Most common clarinet type
• Boehm system widely taught

✗ CONS

• Competition in section auditions
• Requires regular maintenance

Yamaha YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6Bb ClarinetBoehm SystemMade of grenadilla wood17 Keys6 RingsSilver-plated key...

⭐ 4.6/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 601836

$1,176

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Yamaha YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.4/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6

by Yamaha

Band Orchestra All Genres

Key Feature:

• Easy to find teachers and repair

✓ PROS

• Extensive repertoire available
• Easy to find teachers and repair

✗ CONS

• Requires regular maintenance
• May require A clarinet for some pieces

Yamaha YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6Bb ClarinetBoehm SystemMade of grenadilla wood18 Keys6 RingsWith Eb...

⭐ 4.4/5 (12 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 601849

$1,208

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How to Choose the Best Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced bb clarinets (boehm) typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

Best Bb Clarinets (Boehm) Under $2,000 2025

Buffet Crampon E-11 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Gig Bag

Buffet Crampon E12FL Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Buffet Crampon E12F Bb-Clarinet 17/6

F.A. Uebel Classic Bb-Clarinet

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Yamaha YCL-450M-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Yamaha YCL-650-E Clarinet

F.A. Uebel Classic L Bb Clarinet Eb key

Yamaha YCL-650 Clarinet

Selmer Prologue II 17/6 Bb-Clarinet

RZ Clarinets Andante Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Yamaha YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Yamaha YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6

How to Choose the Best Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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