Oscar Adler & Co. S 25 B Bb-Clarinet

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Oscar Adler & Co. S 25 B Bb-Clarinet

Oscar Adler & Co.

S 25 B Bb-Clarinet

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 326797
Model: S 25 B Bb-Clarinet
Price: $7,917.80

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The Oscar Adler S 25 is a serious instrument built for the seasoned professional. The Oehler system gives it a remarkably stable and focused sound, and the extensive keywork allows for incredible agility. It’s a top-tier choice for orchestral players and soloists seeking a refined, German-style clarinet.

Product Description

  • Oscar Adler & Co. S 25 B Bb-Clarinet
  • Bb Clarinet
  • Professional Oehler clarinet
  • Warm
  • full and centred tone
  • Very balanced sound spectrum - especially when alternating between short and long
  • Clean twelfths
  • 25 keys
  • Five rings and a finger plate
  • Four trill keys on the upper joint
  • Low E and F improvement
  • and F levers
  • B / C# trill key
  • Double C-handle
  • Forked Bb and F key system
  • Twelfth key connection
  • High E-mechanism
  • Oehler resonance system
  • Made of natural grenadilla wood
  • Rhodium-plated key system
  • Rhodium-plated rings and saddles
  • Two barrels: 56.0 mm and 57.5 mm
  • Including Oscar Adler mouthpiece with GF ligature and Adler leather case with lined cover and accessories
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Exceptional grenadilla wood tone – remarkably warm and centered.
  • • Oehler system delivers consistent intonation and response across registers.
  • • Rhodium plating ensures key longevity and a smooth, quiet action.
  • • Comprehensive keywork offers advanced technical capabilities for demanding players.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many musicians.
  • • The natural grenadilla body can be susceptible to humidity changes.
  • • The complex keywork demands a period of adjustment and practice.

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Key Features

Body Material Natural Grenadilla Wood
Keys Material Rhodium-Plated Nickel Silver
Barrel Length 56.0 mm / 57.5 mm
Mouthpiece Oscar Adler (specific model not listed)
Rings Rhodium-Plated
Weight Approximately 1 lb 12 oz (estimated – typical for a German Oehler system clarinet)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Adler offers a similar tonal quality and technical capability to a Heckel, often perceived as slightly warmer, but at a more accessible price point.
The included Oscar Adler mouthpiece is respectable, but many players will eventually seek a custom mouthpiece to truly tailor the clarinet’s response and tone.
Yes, the complex mechanism requires a skilled technician for maintenance; regular servicing is essential to keep it performing optimally.

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