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SE ARTIST MODEL
A Noble Instrument
for the Discerning
Player
The first woodwind instrument to bear the
“Artist Model” name, a status reserved for only the
finest custom models, now features even further
refined body and tone hole designs that achieve
B CLARINET
improved pitch as well as consistent resistance
and playability from the lowest to highest notes YCL-SE
with lush, deep tone throughout. A flawless ARTIST
mechanism allows the player to concentrate fully
on the performance.
MODEL
65 mm & 66 mm barrels
Grenadilla body
Low E/F correction key
■ Original badge Silver-plated keys
An original pink gold plated badge is Silver-plated ligature and mouthpiece cap
instantly recognizable and exudes an aura of Custom ebonite 4CM mouthpiece
sophistication. Single case with cover
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YCL-SE
■ Bell, Barrel
The bell has been redesigned for a larger,
ARTIST
fuller sound. The barrel is 10 mm longer than
the CSGIII type, offering an ideal balance of
MODEL-A
resistance and playing feel and delivering 65 mm & 66 mm barrels
more solid tone. Grenadilla body
Low E/F correction key
■ Pinkgold-plated Silver-plated keys
The key posts, joint hoops, and thumb tube Silver-plated ligature and mouthpiece cap
feature elegant pink gold plating that Custom ebonite 4CM mouthpiece
contributes to distinguished appearance as Double case with cover
well as detailed tone.
■ E lever
A modified E lever shape
enhances playability. (Photo: Right)
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CSGIII Series
Reinventing
the Clarinet
Yamaha reanalyzed and
reevaluated literally every single
design specification. New bell,
barrel offer a tone of breathtaking
■ Bell and Barrel
richness and depth. The sound is
Slightly plump barrel and thick-walled bell
warm yet has a clear focused center produce a deep tone with rich resonance.
surrounded by a wealth of
■ E lever
overtones, resulting in extraordinary
An E lever is adopted as a standard, along
beauty and expression. which the entire mechanism is totally
re-designed as well.
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YCL-CSGIII
54 mm & 55 mm barrels
Grenadilla body
Silver-plated keys
Silver-plated ligature and mouthpiece cap ■ Pads made of cork and leather
Custom ebonite 5CM mouthpiece Cork pads and leather pads are optimally
Single case with cover placed to maximize on their tonal quality,
touch and functionality.
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YCL-CSGIIIL
54 mm & 55 mm barrels
Grenadilla body
Low E/F correction key
Silver-plated keys
Silver-plated ligature and mouthpiece cap
Custom ebonite 5CM mouthpiece
Single case with cover
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YCL-CSG-AIIIL
54 mm & 55 mm barrels ■ Optional Hamilton plated key
Grenadilla body Hamilton plating is an alloy plating that gives
Low E/F correction key the tone color with warmth and clarity. For
Silver-plated keys
Hamilton plated key, add “H” to the model.
Silver-plated ligature and mouthpiece cap
Custom ebonite 5CM mouthpiece
Double case with cover
YCL-CSGIII YCL-CSGIIIH
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VR Series Clarinets
The VR series clarinet has been carefully ‘r’efined
to give players unrivalled freedom of expression.
A number significant changes have been made to the
instrument’s design allowing Yamaha to deliver a
clarinet that meets clarinetists’ desires for a higher
standard of clarinet. Its beautiful tone, rich expressive
capabilities throughout the dynamic range, and a
tone with exceptional presence, Yamaha’s VR series The YCL-CSVR features a
sets new standards in professional clarinet traditionally shaped barrel
and bell that contribute to a
craftsmanship.
solid sonic presence. Thick
key plating and durable
leather pads further add to
the instrument’s rich,
luxurious tone.
■ C /G Key
Attention to detail was paramount when
re-designing the VR series and by making the
C /G key 2 mm longer, the touch and
playability have been greatly improved.
■ Barrel Shape
The traditional barrel shape of the VR series
enhances the playing experience giving players a
well-balanced response, and perfect resistance.
The elegant new ‘R’ logo on the barrel
emphasises this beautifully refined instrument.
■ Bell Shape
The traditional bell shape without scallop B CLARINET
chamber achieves tone with superb presence
and a focused core. YCL-CSVR
65 mm barrel
Grenadilla body
Silver-plated keys
■ Adjustable Thumb-Rest with Strap Ring Silver-plated ligature
The adjustable thumb rest allows players to find and mouthpiece cap
the most comfortable setting. The addition of a Custom ebonite 4CM mouthpiece
strap ring gives players the option to distribute Single case with cover
the weight of the instrument and relieve some of
the strain of holding the instrument. A CLARINET
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While retaining the The CX has a full round
traditional wide tone holes, sound with an immediate
tapers, and undercuts of the clarity to the tone. It has
SE Series, the SEVR Custom B inset toneholes and a
Clarinet offers rich tone and silver-plated bell ring, which
even greater freedom of contribute to the presence
expression. It not only blends and openness of its tone.
beautifully in ensembles,
but is a standout choice for
solos as well.
■ E lever
Model with E lever is also
available as a standard
model, YCL-SEVR-E &
SEVR-AE.
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Professional
Model 650
The 650 is an excellent alternative for
those who are serious about their clarinet
performance but need to watch their
budget. The specifications of its bell,
barrel, toneholes and other features are
very close to those of the Custom SEV
model, so its sound is warm, round, and
deeply resonant. Made of carefully select
and seasoned Grenadilla wood and
boasting an enormous amount of
handcrafting and hand finishing, the 650
features tapered toneholes which are
undercut by hand for precise intonation
and superior tonal balance. It also features
beautifully sculpted keys whose touch has
been regulated by master artisans for
perfect balance.
YCL-650 YCL-450
65 mm barrel 65 mm barrel
Grenadilla body Grenadilla body
Silver-plated keys Silver-plated keys
Silver-plated ligature Silver-plated ligature
and mouthpiece cap and mouthpiece cap
Yamaha 4C mouthpiece Yamaha 4C mouthpiece
Single case Single case
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YCL-450N
Nickel-plated keys
Nickel-plated ligature
Adjustable thumb-rest for and mouthpiece cap
comfort and endurance.
Nickel plated keys deliver a
clear focused tone
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Intermediate and
Student Models
YCL-450/255
When designing the YCL-450 Series, we
conceived it as an instrument that a player
just starting out, would want to continue
playing well into the future. These are all
Grenadilla instruments designed with the
know-how gained through years of
experience crafting professional level
instruments.
The YCL-450M additionally features our
“Duet+” treatment applied to the instrument
bore making the instrument more durable
and less susceptible to the effects of humidity
and temperature.
The YCL-255 combines state-of-the-art
production expertise with high-end Yamaha
clarinet features. The result is an outstanding
entry-level instrument that delivers a warm,
resonant tone that is remarkably similar to
that of a wood clarinet. It features an ABS
resin body with a matte finish that imitates
that of a wood clarinet and an adjustable
thumb-rest with a neck strap ring that allows
for even those with small hands to easily
hold the instrument.
Intermediate Student
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YCL-450M YCL-255
65 mm barrel 65 mm barrel
Grenadilla insert injected ABS Matte finish ABS resin body
resin(upper joint) body Nickel-plated keys
Silver-plated keys Nickel-plated ligature Adjustable thumb rest with
Silver-plated ligature and mouthpiece cap neck strap ring for comfort
and mouthpiece cap Yamaha 4C mouthpiece and endurance.
Yamaha 4C mouthpiece Single case (YCL-450,450N,450M,255 and
Single case 255S models )
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YCL-255S
Silver-plated keys
Nickel-plated ligature
and mouthpiece cap
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Bass, Alto and E Clarinets
Compact Case
The YCL-221II comes with a
compact and lightweight case
which stacks for easy storage, and
offers extremely durable protection
for the instrument.
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Yamaha Professional Model bass clarinets, all of close to that of a professional wood model. It’s the
which are meticulously crafted by hand, give you a rich, YCL-221II, whose design is based on that of our
warm sound with powerful projection and extremely pro model YCL-621II. This instrument boasts several
accurate intonation. Each tonehole undercut is important new features, including a neck angle similar
individually shaped for a beautifully balanced, to that of a soprano clarinet, and a unique joint
remarkably responsive instrument. The YCL-621II can connector which makes it easy to assemble the main
play down to low E, while the YCL-622II’s range body—thus permitting a compact case.
extends to low C. Our E clarinets can be found in many of the world’s
And for the first time Yamaha is offering a matte top orchestras and feature accurate intonation and a
finish ABS resin bass clarinet with a tone quality very rich resonant sound full of color and warmth.
An alto clarinet made of Our finest E clarinet was The YCL-681II has an
select Grenadilla wood. It is designed with some of the attractive warm sound and
characterized by superb world's greatest clarinetists, is ideal for doubling players
playability and a tone and has a deep round who need a top quality
which is warm and full with sound which can either professional instrument at
powerful projection. blend with others or project an affordable price.
a solo passage.
Professional Professional
E ALTO CLARINET E CLARINET E CLARINET
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German Style
Clarinets
Yamaha’s Oehler clarinets are
authentic German style instruments.
They have been developed with
some of Germany’s leading
musicians and feature a beautiful
rich tone and excellent intonation.
YCL-857II YCL-657
Full Oehler system Full Oehler system
27 keys, 5 rings E/F bell mechanism
54 mm & 56 mm barrels 27 keys, 5 rings
Grenadilla body Grenadilla body
Silver-plated keys Silver-plated keys
Yamaha M3D mouthpiece 2 barrels (54mm, 56mm)
Single case Single case
BG soft ligature
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New thumb rest of the YCL-457II models
come with neck strap ring for comfort and
YCL-847II YCL-657-24
endurance. Full Oehler system
27 keys, 5 rings Oehler system
54 mm & 56 mm barrels 24 keys, 5 rings
Grenadilla body Grenadilla body
Silver-plated keys Silver-plated keys
Yamaha M3D mouthpiece 2 barrels (54mm, 56mm)
Double case with cover Single case
BG soft ligature
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YCL-647
Full Oehler system
E/F bell mechanism
27 keys, 5 rings
Yamaha offers a high quality mouthpiece Grenadilla body
specially designed for our Oehler clarinets Silver-plated keys
which ideally matches their tonal 2 barrels (54mm, 56mm)
characteristics. Double case
BG soft ligature
YCL-857II YCL-657
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Accessories
Custom Series Mouthpiece Standard Series Mouthpiece
Yamaha Custom mouthpieces are made The Standard series mouthpieces, made of
from top grade ebonite—a material which high quality phenol resin are highly
shares many similar tonal characteristics recommended by educators for their rich
with wood, but with the added advantage tone and easy playability. The Standard
of durability. They provide a rich deep series come in 5 different models (3C, 4C,
tone, easy response and full-bodied 5C, 6C, 7C) and are available for E, B/A,
projection, and are available in 3 different E alto, and B bass clarinets.
sizes (4CM, 5CM, 6CM).
Student
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YCL-457II-22
German system
22 keys, 6 rings
Grenadilla body Frequent Maintenance
Silver-plated keys
56mm barrel Polishing Gauze, Polishing/Silver Cloth should be used to clean the surface of your
Single case instrument after every use.
BG soft ligature and
Adjustable thumb-rest
with Neck strap ring
B CLARINET Polishing Gauze Silver Cloth Polishing Cloth Polishing Cloth DX Metal Cloth
German system Cork Grease facilitates Cleaning Swabs should Cleaning Paper
20 keys, 6 rings attaching joints, prolongs be used to remove dirt lengthens the life of pads
Grenadilla body cork life, and maintains and moisture from inside by removing any oil,
Silver-plated keys air seal. It comes the instrument after dirt, and moisture.
56mm barrel available in both hard every use. Powder Paper (applied
Single case and soft types. after using Cleaning
BG soft ligature and Paper) helps maintain
Adjustable thumb-rest smooth action and
with Neck strap ring prevents sticking.
B CLARINET
YCL-457II-17 Cork Grease Cork Grease Cleaning Swab Cleaning Paper Powder Paper
(Soft) (Hard) (S, M, L)
German system
17 keys, 4 rings
Grenadilla body
Silver-plated keys
Occasional Maintenance
54mm barrel Key Oil maintains smooth noiseless Polish restores the luster to instrument
Single case operation of key mechanisms. finishes.
BG soft ligature and Bore Oil helps preserve the natural
Adjustable thumb-rest characteristics of the inner bore of wood
with Neck strap ring instruments.
YCL-457II-22
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Specifications
B /A Clarinets
Low E/F
Model Key Fingering System Barrel Length Body Material Key Material correction key Tone Holes Thumb-rest Mouthpiece
YCL-SE ARTISTMODEL 19 keys, 6 rings 65mm, 66mm Yes Yamaha 4CM
Silver-plated
YCL-CSGIII 18 keys, 6 rings No
nickel silver
YCL-CSGIIIL 19 keys, 6 rings Yes
54mm, 55mm Yamaha 5CM
YCL-CSGIIIH 18 keys, 6 rings Hamilton-plated No
Adjustable
YCL-CSGIIIHL B 19 keys, 6 rings nickel silver Yes
YCL-CSVR
YCL-SEVR
17 keys, 6 rings 65mm — Yamaha 4CM
YCL-SEVR-E
Silver-plated
YCL-CX Tapered tone holes with Fixed*
Boehm Grenadilla nickel silver
YCL-SE ARTISTMODEL-A 19 keys, 6 rings 65mm, 66mm Yes hand-tapered undercut Yamaha 4CM
YCL-CSG-AIII 18 keys, 6 rings No
YCL-CSG-AIIIL 19 keys, 6 rings Yes
54mm, 55mm Yamaha 5CM
YCL-CSG-AIIIH 18 keys, 6 rings Hamilton-plated No
Adjustable
YCL-CSG-AIIIHL A 19 keys, 6 rings nickel silver Yes
YCL-CSVR-A
YCL-SEVR-A 65mm Silver-plated
17 keys, 6 rings — Yamaha 4CM
YCL-SEVR-AE nickel silver
YCL-CX-A 66mm Fixed*
*Adjustable optionally available
Professional B Clarinet
Model Key Fingering System Barrel Length Body Material Key Material Tone Holes Thumb-rest Mouthpiece
Tapered tone holes with
YCL-650 B Boehm 17 keys, 6 rings 65mm Grenadilla Silver-plated nickel silver Adjustable Yamaha 4C
tapered undercut
Intermediate B Clarinets
Model Key Fingering System Barrel Length Body Material Key Material Tone Holes Thumb-rest Mouthpiece
YCL-450 Silver-plated nickel silver
Grenadilla
YCL-450N Nickel-plated nickel silver Straight tone holes with Adjustable with
B Boehm 17 keys, 6 rings 65mm Yamaha 4C
Grenadilla insert injected tapered undercut strap ring
YCL-450M Silver-plated nickel silver
ABS resin (upper joint)
Student B Clarinet
Model Key Fingering System Barrel Length Body Material Key Material Tone Holes Thumb-rest Mouthpiece
YCL-255 Nickel-plated nickel silver Straight tone holes with Adjustable with
B Boehm 17 keys, 6 rings 65mm Matte ABS resin Yamaha 4C
YCL-255S Silver-plated nickel silver tapered undercut strap ring
B Bass Clarinets
Model Key Fingering System Barrel Length Body Material Key Material Tone Holes Thumb-rest Mouthpiece
24 keys,
YCL-622II 7 covered finger holes
Straight tone holes with
Grenadilla Silver-plated nickel silver Fixed
tapered undercut
20 keys,
YCL-621II B Boehm 7 covered finger holes — Yamaha 4C
19 keys,
YCL-221II 7 covered finger holes Matte ABS resin Nickel-plated nickel silver Straight tone holes Adjustable
E Alto Clarinet
Model Key Fingering System Barrel Length Body Material Key Material Tone Holes Thumb-rest Mouthpiece
E Clarinets
Model Key Fingering System Barrel Length Body Material Key Material Tone Holes Thumb-rest Mouthpiece
YCL-881 Tapered tone holes with
E Boehm 17 keys, 6 rings 42mm Grenadilla Silver-plated nickel silver Fixed Yamaha 4C
YCL-681II hand-tapered undercut