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Best Schreiber Bb Clarinets (German) 2025

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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.
Schreiber D-41 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Schreiber D-41 Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
Traditional Sound German Orchestras Classical Performance
Key Feature:
• Distinctive German clarinet sound
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers
  • • Very limited market and availability

Schreiber D-41 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0German fingering systemAdvanced tone hole...

⭐ 5.0/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 100449
$2,485
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Schreiber D-13 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Schreiber D-13 Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
European Tradition German Orchestras Classical Performance
Key Feature:
• Traditional European fingering system
✓ PROS
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
  • • Unique tonal qualities
✗ CONS
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers

Schreiber D-13 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0Ideal for smaller handsAdvanced tone hole...

⭐ 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 269940
$1,758
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Schreiber D-45 Virtuoso Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

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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Schreiber D-51 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Schreiber D-51 Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
Classical Performance German Orchestras Traditional Sound
Key Feature:
• Unique tonal qualities
✓ PROS
  • • Unique tonal qualities
  • • Traditional European fingering system
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers
  • • Repair services extremely limited

Schreiber D-51 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0Oehler systemImproved tone hole netAdjusted positioning of...

⭐ 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 123242
$4,025
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Schreiber D-16 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Schreiber D-16 Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
Traditional Sound Classical Performance German Orchestras
Key Feature:
• Traditional European fingering system
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited market and availability
  • • Repair services extremely limited

Schreiber D-16 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0Tighter keywork 16/6Advanced tone hole configurationAdjusted...

⭐ 4.6/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 100447
$1,648
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Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

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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Schreiber D-26 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Schreiber D-26 Bb-Clarinet

by Schreiber
German Orchestras Traditional Sound Classical Performance
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Different acoustic properties
  • • Traditional European fingering system
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited market and availability
  • • Repair services extremely limited

Schreiber D-26 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0German fingeringImproved tone hole netAdjusted positioning...

⭐ 4.7/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 100448
$1,924
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schreiber D-42 Bb-Clarinet Austria - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Schreiber D-42 Bb-Clarinet Austria

by Schreiber
Specialized Performance Classical Performance German Orchestras
Key Feature:
• Unique tonal qualities
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional European fingering system
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Repair services extremely limited
  • • Very limited market and availability

Schreiber D-42 Bb-Clarinet AustriaBb ClarinetThe new generation 2.0Austrian modelGerman fingering systemMade of...

⭐ 4.6/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 279181
$2,638
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Schreiber D-27 Bb-Clarinet Austria - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

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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Schreiber D-56 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

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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Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

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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