What does 4C mean on a clarinet?

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3C Easy control and good response from lower to higher ranges, even for beginners.
4C Helps obtain a well-balanced tone over all octaves, for professionals and beginners alike.
5C Facilitates a richer, fuller volume than 4C, with a greater tonal variety.

What is the best clarinet mouthpiece?

Best Clarinet Mouthpieces

  • Selmer 7711-3 Goldentone #3 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece.
  • Vandoren CM308 B45 Traditional Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece.
  • Yamaha Clarinet Mouthpiece 4C.
  • American Plating 2332K Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Kit.
  • Vandoren CM307 B40 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece.
  • East Coast Instruments Universal Clarinet Mouthpiece.

How much is a Yamaha clarinet mouthpiece?

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How long do clarinet mouthpieces last?

Mouthpieces tend to last around 3-4 years (some people believe even less) before they start to wear out. For this reason, it is important to consider the option of mouthpiece crafting.

Why do clarinets squeak?

Damaged reeds are a leading cause of clarinet squeaks. Also, if you hit the reed too hard with your tongue, it can produce a squeak. Finally, playing on dry reeds or with incorrect reed or ligature placement on your mouthpiece can also lead to squeaking.

Do clarinet mouthpieces make a difference?

A different/better mouthpiece can make a world of difference to your performance and sound from the clarinet. It is difficult to imagine how this can be so, but it really is. It is the equivalent of having the correct mouthpiece for a brass instrument, or a better bow for a string instrument.

How does tip opening effect sound?

The tip-opening of the saxophone mouthpiece will impact the comfort of play, the volume and the tone-colour of the instrument. With the same reed strength, increasing the tip-opening of the saxophone mouthpiece will allow you to increase the volume and give more body and width to the sound.

What kind of wood is a Yamaha clarinet mouthpiece made of?

Yamaha Custom Series clarinet mouthpieces are sculpted out of choice ebonite, a high-quality hard rubber which offers a deep resonance and tonal qualities similar to those of natural wood.

Which is better a 4C or 4C mouthpiece?

Easy control and good response from lower to higher ranges, even for beginners. Helps obtain a well-balanced tone over all octaves, for professionals and beginners alike. Facilitates a richer, fuller volume than 4C, with a greater tonal variety.

How big is the tip of the bass clarinet?

Standard Series Model Model 3C 4C 5C E b Alto Clarinet Tip Opening – 1.40mm – E b Alto Clarinet Facing Length – 22.0mm – B b Bass Clarinet Tip Opening 1.60mm 1.70mm 1.80mm B b Bass Clarinet Facing Length 31.0mm 31.0mm 31.0mm