Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet

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Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet

Schreiber

D-12 Bb-Clarinet

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 141545
Model: D-12 Bb-Clarinet
Price: $1,505.90

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The Schreiber D-12 is a solid, well-built clarinet that’s a great option for students and advancing players. It offers a warm, focused tone and a comfortable key system, making it surprisingly easy to play while still providing a professional feel. This is an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable German-made instrument without the premium price tag of some top-tier brands.

Product Description

  • Schreiber D-12 Bb-Clarinet
  • Bb Clarinet
  • The new generation 2.0
  • With child-friendly
  • silver-plated
  • narrower key system 16/6
  • Improved tone hole network
  • Adjusted positioning of the keys
  • Optimised inner bore
  • New bell shape
  • Perfected surface finishing
  • Made of grenadilla wood
  • 5 Year warranty on the wood
  • Includes 2 barrels
  • mouthpiece and case
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Grenadilla wood body provides a warm, resonant tone characteristic of German clarinets
  • • Narrower key system simplifies fingering, especially beneficial for younger or smaller hands
  • • Optimized bore and tone hole design enhance projection and intonation accuracy
  • • Silver-plated keys offer durability and a responsive, quick feel.
CONS
  • • The silver plating, while durable, may require occasional polishing to prevent tarnish
  • • Grenadilla wood can be susceptible to cracking with extreme temperature or humidity changes
  • • The 'child-friendly' key system might feel limiting for advanced players seeking complex techniques.

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Key Features

Body Material Grenadilla wood
Keys Material Silver-plated
Barrel Length Approx. 65mm
Mouthpiece Included, likely a basic student-grade model
Rings Nickel-silver
Weight Approx. 1.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Schreiber D-12 has a slightly warmer, more mellow tone compared to the brighter Yamaha and more complex Buffet, often described as more 'traditional' in its voicing.
The included mouthpiece is adequate for beginners, but upgrading to a higher-quality mouthpiece will significantly improve the instrument's tonal projection and responsiveness.
Regularly wiping down the clarinet with a soft cloth after playing and storing it in a case with humidity control will help prevent cracking and maintain the wood's integrity.

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