Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet
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Schreiber
D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet
Product Info
Article Number:
188801
Brand:
Schreiber
Model:
D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet
Category:
Bb Clarinets (German)
Price:
$6,873.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Schreiber D-61 Prestige is a seriously refined clarinet – the meticulous attention to detail in the bore and keywork really shines. It’s designed for advanced players and professionals who demand a dark, rich tone and effortless response. This is a top-tier instrument, perfect for orchestral and solo work.
Product Description
- Schreiber D-61 Prestige Bb-Clarinet
- Bb Clarinet
- The new generation 2.0
- Full Oehler system
- Advanced tone hole configuration
- Adjusted positioning of the keys
- Optimised inner bore
- New bell shape
- Perfected surface finishing
- 27 Keys
- 5 Rings
- 1 Ring cover
- Body made of carefully selected
- carefully aged
- untreated grenadilla wood (Dalbergia melanoxylon)
- Twelfth key
- Forked Bb key
- Double C key
- Forked F key with 2 side-hole keys
- B / C# trill can be disconnected
- F and Eb lever
- High E mechanism
- Low E and F keywork with adjustable thumb key
- Adjustable thumb rest
- Includes 2 mouthpieces (W5AP and W2AP)
- 2 barrels and accessories
- ligature
- grenadilla wood cap
- luxury leather case with combination lock
- silk plush
- sheet music compartment and accessories
- 5-Year warranty on wood cracking
PROS
- • Grenadilla wood aging provides exceptional tonal warmth and resonance
- • Oehler system offers superior responsiveness and control
- • Advanced keywork design minimizes resistance and maximizes agility
- • Comprehensive accessory package adds significant value and convenience
CONS
- • High-end price point puts it out of reach for many students
- • Grenadilla wood is susceptible to cracking with improper care
- • The complex keywork may require a longer learning curve for some players
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Carefully aged, untreated grenadilla wood (Dalbergia melanoxylon)
Keys Material
Silver-plated nickel silver
Barrel Length
Approximately 65mm (typical for Oehler system)
Mouthpiece
W5AP and W2AP included, likely 1.15-1.25mm tip opening
Rings
Five silver-plated rings with one ring cover
Weight
Approximately 1lb 12oz (570g) – typical for a full Oehler system
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Schreiber offers a darker, more complex tone – less bright than a Yamaha – due to the grenadilla wood and Oehler system’s design philosophy.
Yes, it allows for greater flexibility in fingering and a more customizable response, especially useful for complex passages.
Regular cleaning and proper storage are crucial; it’s best to avoid extreme temperature changes and humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking.
