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Best Bb Clarinets (German) for Beginner 2025

Perfect bb clarinets (german) for beginner - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For German Orchestras For European Tradition For Classical Performance For Traditional Sound For Specialized Performance
BRANDS: Schreiber F.A. Uebel Thomann Oscar Adler & Co.
Oscar Adler & Co. S 25 B Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Oscar Adler & Co. S 25 B Bb-Clarinet

by Oscar Adler & Co.
German Orchestras European Tradition Traditional Sound
Key Feature:
• Distinctive German clarinet sound
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments
  • • Repair services extremely limited

Oscar Adler & Co. S 25 B Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetProfessional Oehler clarinetWarmfull and centred toneVery balanced...

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 326797
$7,918
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Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
Classical Performance European Tradition Specialized Performance
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
  • • Unique tonal qualities
✗ CONS
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments

Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0Full Oehler systemAdvanced tone hole...

⭐ 4.6/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 188801
$6,874
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Martin Foag Bb- Metal Clarinet 174T B/S - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Martin Foag Bb- Metal Clarinet 174T B/S

by Martin Foag
Classical Performance Specialized Performance Traditional Sound
Key Feature:
• Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
✓ PROS
  • • Different acoustic properties
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments
  • • Very limited market and availability

Martin Foag Bb- Metallklarinette 174T B/SBb Metal ClarinetModel 174T B/GGerman system17 Keys4 RingsBody made from...

⭐ 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 453767
$3,684
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Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
Traditional Sound Specialized Performance German Orchestras
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional European fingering system
  • • Unique tonal qualities
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system

Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0German systemAdvanced tone hole...

⭐ 4.4/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 246801
$2,748
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Martin Foag Bb- Metallklarinette 174T B/G - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Martin Foag Bb- Metallklarinette 174T B/G

by Martin Foag
German Orchestras Traditional Sound European Tradition
Key Feature:
• Traditional European fingering system
✓ PROS
  • • Unique tonal qualities
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments

Martin Foag Bb- Metallklarinette 174T B/GBb Metal ClarinetModel 174T B/GGerman system17 Keys4 RingsBody made from...

⭐ 4.5/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 453766
$3,684
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Yamaha YCL-457II-20 Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yamaha YCL-457II-20 Clarinet

by Yamaha
Specialized Performance European Tradition German Orchestras
Key Feature:
• Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional European fingering system
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments

Yamaha YCL-457II-20Bb ClarinetGerman key system20 Keys6 RingsBarrel 56 mmMade of grenadilla woodElevated flat plateau...

⭐ 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 323120
$1,418
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Thomann GCL-420 MKII Bb-Clarinet Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Thomann GCL-420 MKII Bb-Clarinet Set

by Thomann
Traditional Sound German Orchestras European Tradition
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional European fingering system
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited market and availability
  • • Repair services extremely limited

Thomann GCL-420 MKII Bb-Clarinet Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Thomann GCL-420 MKII Bb-Clarinet*Bb Clarinet*improved...

⭐ 4.8/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 517429
$1,000
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Schreiber D-56 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Schreiber D-56 Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
Classical Performance Traditional Sound Specialized Performance
Key Feature:
• Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers

Schreiber D-56 Bb-ClarinetBb Clarinet2.0 - The new generationFull Oehler systemRefined design of tone holesAltered...

⭐ 4.9/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 133325
$4,806
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F.A. Uebel 622 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

F.A. Uebel 622 Bb-Clarinet

by F.A. Uebel
Specialized Performance German Orchestras Traditional Sound
Key Feature:
• Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments

F.A. Uebel 622 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetGrenadillaGerman fingering22 Keys6 Rings4 Trill keysForked Bb and -F...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 145469
$2,198
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Thomann GCL-420 MKII Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Thomann GCL-420 MKII Bb-Clarinet

by Thomann
Traditional Sound Specialized Performance German Orchestras
Key Feature:
• Distinctive German clarinet sound
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited market and availability
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers

Thomann GCL-420 MKII Bb ClarinetBb Clarinetimproved versionGerman fingering20 Keys6 Tone holesMade entirely of natural...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 302998
$988
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Oscar Adler & Co. 323 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Oscar Adler & Co. 323 Bb-Clarinet

by Oscar Adler & Co.
Traditional Sound German Orchestras Specialized Performance
Key Feature:
• Traditional European fingering system
✓ PROS
  • • Different acoustic properties
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments

Oscar Adler & Co. 323 Bb ClarinetBb ClarinetOehler system23 Keys5 Rings1 Finger plate4 Trill keys on the upper...

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 175109
$4,398
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Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria

by Schreiber
Specialized Performance Traditional Sound German Orchestras
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Unique tonal qualities
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system
  • • Very limited market and availability

Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria - NEWBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0Austrian modelGerman fingering systemAdvanced...

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 279179
$2,088
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F.A. Uebel 638 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

F.A. Uebel 638 Bb-Clarinet

by F.A. Uebel
European Tradition Traditional Sound Specialized Performance
Key Feature:
• Traditional European fingering system
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Repair services extremely limited
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments

F.A. Uebel 638 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetGrenadilla wood25 Keys5 Rings1 Finger plate on the lower part (Oehler mechanism)4...

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 470640
$4,388
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F.A. Uebel 632 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

F.A. Uebel 632 Bb-Clarinet

by F.A. Uebel
European Tradition German Orchestras Classical Performance
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional European fingering system
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers

F.A. Uebel 632 Bb-ClarinetBb- ClarinetModel 632Blackwoodnaturally dried (Dalbergia melanoxylon)23 Keys5 Rings1 Finger...

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 193099
$2,525
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Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
German Orchestras Classical Performance Specialized Performance
Key Feature:
• Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
✓ PROS
  • • Unique tonal qualities
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited market and availability
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system

Schreiber D-12 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0With child-friendlysilver-platednarrower key system...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 141545
$1,506
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How to Choose the Best Bb Clarinets (German)

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 (german) 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.

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