Yamaha YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6
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Yamaha
YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6
Product Info
Article Number:
601836
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6
Category:
Bb Clarinets (Boehm)
Price:
$1,175.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The YCL-450-02 is a solid, reliable student-intermediate clarinet. The grenadilla body delivers a surprisingly rich tone for its price point, and the keywork is well-built. This is an excellent choice for serious students and advancing players who want a dependable instrument without the premium price tag of Yamaha’s top-tier models.
Product Description
- Yamaha YCL-450-02 Bb-Clarinet 17/6
- Bb Clarinet
- Boehm System
- Made of grenadilla wood
- 17 Keys
- 6 Rings
- Silver-plated key system
- Leather pads
- Adjustable thumb rest
- Barrel of 65 mm length
- Includes case and Yamaha 4C mouthpiece with ligature and mouthpiece cap
PROS
- • Grenadilla wood offers a warm, resonant, and focused tone.
- • Silver-plated keys provide smooth action and corrosion resistance.
- • 17 keys/6 rings enhance technical agility and intonation.
- • Yamaha 4C mouthpiece is a reliable starting point for developing tone.
CONS
- • Grenadilla, while beautiful, can be susceptible to humidity changes.
- • The silver plating, while durable, will require occasional polishing.
- • The 4C mouthpiece is adequate but may limit advanced players’ tonal exploration.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Grenadilla Wood
Keys Material
Silver-Plated Nickel Silver
Barrel Length
65 mm
Mouthpiece
Yamaha 4C
Finish
Lacquer
Weight
1.9 lbs (approximate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 450-02 offers a noticeable improvement in tone quality and keywork responsiveness due to the grenadilla wood body, a significant step up from the ABS resin of the 250.
Yes, the plating is sufficient for typical student use, but consistent care and occasional polishing will keep it looking its best and prevent tarnish.
Absolutely; the improved mechanics and tonal characteristics will allow a developing player to progress significantly beyond a basic model.
