RZ Clarinets

Germany, est. 2000s · 19 products across 1 categories

19
Total Products
1
Categories
$4,427
Avg Price
$809
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About RZ Clarinets

RZ Clarinets has quietly established itself as a significant player in the professional clarinet market, renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and focus on traditional German clarinet designs. The brand caters to serious musicians seeking a nuanced tonal palette and responsive action, often favored by orchestral players and seasoned soloists. RZ's commitment to quality materials and detailed engineering has earned them a respected, if somewhat understated, reputation.

Founded
2000s
Country
Germany
Segment
Premium
Target
RZ Clarinets are ideal for professional clarinetists and serious advanced studen
Known For
Solo Bb-Clarinet 18/6 models Bass Clarinet offerings Traditional German bore design High-quality grenadilla wood selection Consistent, reliable performance
PROS
  • • Exceptional tonal complexity and warmth
  • • Responsive and precise keywork action
  • • Robust construction for longevity
  • • Careful attention to detail in finishing
CONS
  • • Limited availability outside Europe
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment
  • • May require adjustment for players used to Boehm systems
  • • Relatively smaller brand, less widespread familiarity

RZ Clarinets Products

RZ Clarinets C-Clarinet Professional 17/6 - Other Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets C-Clarinet Professional 17/6

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,468
C Clarinet, Boehm System, Professional model, Material: unstained grenadilla...
4.8 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Coda Bass Clarinet - Other Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Coda Bass Clarinet

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$6,720
Bass Clarinet, Silver-plated key system, Fully automatic, To low C, Material: ABS,...
4.4 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets G-Clarinet Professional Boehm - Other Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets G-Clarinet Professional Boehm

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,895
G Clarinet, Professional model, Boehm system, Material: Grenadilla wood, 18...
4.5 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Solo D Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Solo D Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,749
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Professional model, Material: unstained grenadilla...
4.3 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Allegro D Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Allegro D Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$5,445
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Professional model, Material: unstained grenadilla...
4.5 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Eb-Clarinet Intermediate 17/6 - Eb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Eb-Clarinet Intermediate 17/6

Eb Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,895
Eb Clarinet, Boehm System, Intermediate model, Material: unstained...
4.7 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Bass Clarinet Silver - Other Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Bass Clarinet Silver

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$11,578
Bass Clarinet, Bass clarinet, Silver-plated key system, Fully automatic, To low C,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Solo Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Solo Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,690
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Professional model, Material: unstained grenadilla wood...
4.6 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Capriccio Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Capriccio Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$6,372
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Professional model, Material: unstained grenadilla...
4.8 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Bohema Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Bohema Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$4,865
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Professional model, Material: unstained grenadilla...
4.3 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Bohema Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Bohema Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$5,097
Bb Clarinet, Boehm fingering, Professional model, Material: unstained grenadilla...
4.5 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Allegro Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Allegro Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$4,054
Bb Clarinet, Boehm fingering, Professional model, Material: Grenadilla wood, 18...
4.8 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Allegro Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Allegro Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$3,938
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Professional model, Material: Grenadilla wood, 17...
4.3 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Conservatory Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Conservatory Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,432
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Model for students and advanced players,...
4.4 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Conservatory Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Conservatory Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,143
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Model for students and advanced players,...
4.6 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Andante Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Andante Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$1,504
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Model for students and advanced players, Material:...
4.7 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets Base Bb-Clarinet 18/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets Base Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$914
Bb Clarinet, Boehm fingering, Student/beginner model, Material: high-quality ABS...
4.4 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets MR Largo Bb-Clarinet 17/6 - Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

RZ Clarinets MR Largo Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$809
Bb Clarinet, Boehm System, Student/beginner model, Material: high-quality ABS...
4.6 AudioFu Score
RZ Clarinets G-Clarinet Professional - Other Clarinets (German)

RZ Clarinets G-Clarinet Professional

Other Clarinets (German)

$2,547
G Clarinet, German fingering, Professional model, Material: Grenadilla wood, 17...
4.7 AudioFu Score

Frequently Asked Questions About RZ Clarinets

RZ Clarinets are meticulously handcrafted in Germany, primarily in workshops known for their adherence to traditional German instrument-making techniques. The wood is sourced internationally, but the final assembly and finishing occur in Germany.

Due to their specialized construction and traditional design, finding technicians familiar with RZ Clarinets may require some research. However, many experienced woodwind repair specialists are willing to learn and service these instruments.

The '17/6' and '18/6' designations refer to the number of keys and tone holes, respectively. The 18/6 models generally offer a slightly more refined and complex tonal character, favored by many advanced players, while the 17/6 models can feel a bit more nimble.

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