Yamaha YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6

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Yamaha YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Yamaha

YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6

4.4 (12 reviews)

Product Info

Article Number: 601849
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6
Price: $1,207.80

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The YCL-450E-02 is a fantastic step-up clarinet – it nails the fundamentals. The grenadilla body gives it a lovely, focused tone that’s a real improvement over plastic models. It’s a solid choice for intermediate students or players looking for a reliable, well-rounded instrument without a premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Yamaha YCL-450E-02 Bb-Clarinet 18/6
  • Bb Clarinet
  • Boehm System
  • Made of grenadilla wood
  • 18 Keys
  • 6 Rings
  • With Eb lever
  • 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 body offers a warm, resonant tonal color.
  • • Silver-plated keys provide smooth action and durability.
  • • Eb lever expands playing range and technical possibilities.
  • • Well-built and reliable, consistent with Yamaha's reputation.
CONS
  • • The included 4C mouthpiece is serviceable, but limits advanced tone shaping.
  • • Grenadilla, while beautiful, can be sensitive to humidity changes.
  • • 18/6 key system may feel slightly cramped for players with larger hands.

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 (862g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The grenadilla wood provides a richer, more complex tone with better projection and warmth compared to the brighter, sometimes plastic-sounding student models.
The Eb lever is positioned well and generally accessible, but younger or smaller students might need a little practice to reach it comfortably.
Higher-end models typically feature more refined keywork, more advanced pad materials, and potentially hand-selected wood for even greater tonal nuance.

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