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Yamaha YCL-221II Student Bass Clarinet with Low Eb (YCL-221II)
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Yamaha YCL-221II Student Bass Clarinet with Low Eb

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The most popular bass clarinet for schools.

Yamaha YCL-221II Student Bass Clarinet with Low Eb
The Yamaha YCL-221 Low Eb Bass Clarinet has many of the same features as professional models, but the ABS brushed resin body keeps this horn very affordable. Proven quality and durability keeps Yamaha bass clarinets a top choice among band directors.
Matte finished ABS resin body
The matte finish gives the clarinet a much better appearance, while the ABS resin body makes the clarinet more lightweight and very durable while giving it a warmer sound and an excellent response.Redesigned neck angle
The neck angle is now the same as that of the professional models, resulting in a much more comfortable and natural playing position.Leather pads with plastic resonators
These pads (also used on its saxophones) are longer lasting and provide a better feel with increased projection than standard clarinet pads.Redesigned register tone hole
This tone hole was scientifically designed and placed for extremely accurate intonation.Rounded bridge key connector
The rounded key prevents key damage and eliminates the need to hold the keys when putting the instrument together.New joint system
The rubber rings surrounding the cork help prevent air leaks, ease assembly and prevent keys from binding.
All Yamaha wind instruments come with a limited 5-year warranty.

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  • Key: Bb
    Neck Material: Nickel Silver
    Body Material: 2-piece ABS Resin with Matte Finish
    Bell Material: Nickel Silver
    Key Material: Nickel Silver
    Plating: Nickel
    Key System: Boehm (French / 20 Keys)
    Tone Holes: Straight
    Bore Shape: Molded
    Bore Size: .945"
    Range Down to: Low Eb
    Thumb Rest: Adjustable
    Pads: Leather with Plastic Resonators
    Springs: Blue Steel
    Includes: Compact Case, 4C Plastic Mouthpiece, Ligature, Cap, Cork Grease, Neck Strap, Treated Polishing Cloth, and Cleaning Cloth
    Crafted In Japan

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"Best Buy!!!"
by Micahel Cates - 1/28/2009 9:45:19 AM  Share
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21 years as High School Band Director All Kind Fulton, MS
35 people out of 36 found this review helpful

The Yamaha bass clarinet is the best for high schools. The case is small and students will take it home and practice. Very fine quality instrument. I had students make all-state band and first chair at many honor band using this horn. We have six other bass clarinets but all the students want this one. We are in the process of changing all our bass clarinets to this model. Very dependable.

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"great value for the money"
by Heather G - 1/28/2009 9:45:19 AM  Share
Musical Experience: Style of Music: Hometown:
Hobbyist / Amateur Concert Band Silicon Valley, CA
18 people out of 22 found this review helpful

This bass clarinet is well-made. I was able to play it right out of the box with no key fiddling or bending. It has a very nice warm sound. The professional features of this instrument with its low price make it a great buy for any enthusiast. I was impressed with the look and feel of the instrument as well. It fits together very tightly (requiring liberal use of cork grease!) and its multi-joint system makes it more portable. The only thing it lacks is a low-C range.

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"Significant tuning issues..."
by Jessica Slade - 11/14/2009 7:02:47 PM  Share
Musical Experience: Style of Music: Hometown:
Active Classical Tucson, AZ
20 people out of 27 found this review helpful

Unlike the 221, the 221II is tunned to A442 (most American ensembles tune to A440). On average it plays between 15 and 25 cents sharp. This instrument is fine for young players and middle school bands, but if you don't naturally play extremely flat, it is almost impossible to play in tune. It's unfortunate that this information is not included in the product description. I wouldn't have purchased this instrument had I known this beforehand.

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"It beats all the others!! "
by JR - 10/9/2009 7:01:00 PM  Share
Musical Experience: Style of Music: Hometown:
active concert band - jazz, pop, classical, etc. San Diego, CA
7 people out of 7 found this review helpful

I play with a local community concert band, and although I'm not a "professional" musician, I've got a great deal of experience on soprano clarinet, alto & tenor sax, and the bass clarinet. I decided to switch from soprano to bass clarinet to meet the band's needs, and needed to find a new bass clarinet. I tried a selmer, buffet, and this Yamaha. It was the best! Warm, rich tone, great key action, feels and fits great playing it. I'm the envy of the two other bass clarinet players, and one of our tenor sax players has been eyeing it. You won't go wrong in buying this instrument - especially at this price!

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"Great Bass Clarinet"
by Mustafa Guler - 1/28/2009 9:45:19 AM  Share
Musical Experience: Style of Music: Hometown:
2 years clarinet, 1/2 year soprano sax and bass clarinet Classical, movie themes, jazz, anything my teacher gives me San Jose, CA
6 people out of 6 found this review helpful

I use this model of bass clarinet in my advanced band at my middle school. I don't actually own this instrument, but I use the schools. It gets and excellent sound in the lower octaves. The rubber rings are great for assembly. The way that the bass clarinet (at least mine does, it might be a different model) splits in half, reducing the size of the case by almost half. The lower notes really vibrate! Nice sound in the altissimo register. Overall, great horn.

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