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

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

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-16 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

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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F.A. Uebel 621 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

F.A. Uebel 621 Bb-Clarinet

by F.A. Uebel
European Tradition German Orchestras Classical Performance
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional European fingering system
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited market and availability
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system

F.A. Uebel 621 Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetAfrican Blackwood (Dalbergia melanoxylon)dried naturallyGerman fingeringFork F/B...

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 100452
$1,758
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Thomann GCL-422 MKII Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Thomann GCL-422 MKII Bb-Clarinet

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

Thomann GCL-422 MKII Bb-ClarinetBb ClarinetImproved modelGerman fingering22 keysSix ringsMade entirely from natural...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 309242
$1,154
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Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

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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F.A. Uebel 621KH Bb-Clarinet Children - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

F.A. Uebel 621KH Bb-Clarinet Children

by F.A. Uebel
Specialized Performance Traditional Sound Classical Performance
Key Feature:
• Traditional European fingering system
✓ PROS
  • • Unique tonal qualities
  • • Traditional European fingering system
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers
  • • Repair services extremely limited

F.A. Uebel 621KH Bb-Clarinet ChildrenBb ClarinetErgonomically optimised instrument - especially suitable for children...

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 261147
$1,758
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Thomann GCL-422 MKII Bb-Clarinet Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Thomann GCL-422 MKII Bb-Clarinet Set

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

Thomann GCL-422 MKII Bb-Clarinet Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Thomann GCL-422 MKII Bb-Clarinet*Bb Clarinet*Improved...

⭐ 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 523014
$1,222
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Schreiber D-13 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

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-26 Bb-Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

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
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Yamaha YCL-457II-22 Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Yamaha YCL-457II-22 Clarinet

by Yamaha
German Orchestras Specialized Performance Classical Performance
Key Feature:
• Different acoustic properties
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional European fingering system
  • • Different acoustic properties
✗ CONS
  • • Very limited market and availability
  • • Very expensive specialty instruments

Yamaha YCL-457II-22Bb ClarinetGerman fingeringBlackwood body22 Keys6 RingsBarrel: 56 mmDuodecim connectionIncreased...

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 323121
$1,648
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F.A. Uebel 621AU Bb-Clarinet "Austria" - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

F.A. Uebel 621AU Bb-Clarinet "Austria"

by F.A. Uebel
European Tradition German Orchestras Specialized Performance
Key Feature:
• Distinctive German clarinet sound
✓ PROS
  • • Preferred in Germanic musical traditions
  • • Distinctive German clarinet sound
✗ CONS
  • • Difficult to find qualified teachers
  • • Not interchangeable with Boehm system

F.A. Uebel 621AU Bb-Clarinet "Austria"Bb ClarinetAustrian modelMade of grenadilla wood (Dalbergia...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 261151
$1,868
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Yamaha YCL-457II-20 Clarinet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

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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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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