Yamaha YCL-221II Bass Clarinet (Used) Overview
The Yamaha YCL-221II is a standard-level Bb bass clarinet designed to provide a practical, durable entry into the bass clarinet register. Its low Eb range suits concert band, school ensemble, teaching, and doubling applications, while Yamaha's established key layout makes it a sensible choice for advancing clarinetists moving into the bass chair.
Yamaha YCL-221II Bass Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bass clarinet
- Key: Bb
- Range: Low Eb
- Body Material: Matte ABS resin
- Keywork: Silver-plated nickel silver
- Support: Adjustable floor peg
- Case: Yamaha molded hard case
- Accessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, neck strap, cork grease, and cleaning swab
- Serial Number: 058090
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned bass clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The model and serial information were checked during intake. The matte ABS resin body is in very good cosmetic condition with minor handling marks, while the plated keywork and fittings show light scratches and localized scuffing consistent with normal use.
Who the YCL-221II Bass Clarinet Is For
The YCL-221II is well suited to advancing students, school programs, educators, and woodwind doublers who need a dependable low Eb bass clarinet with a moisture-resistant ABS resin body. It occupies Yamaha's standard bass clarinet position, offering a more practical and accessible configuration than the company's grenadilla professional models while retaining the range required for much of the concert band and ensemble repertoire.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YCL-221II
How does the YCL-221II differ from Yamaha professional bass clarinets?
The YCL-221II uses a matte ABS resin body and extends to low Eb. Yamaha's professional YCL-621 and YCL-622II models use grenadilla bodies, with the YCL-622II extending to low C.
What are the advantages of an ABS resin bass clarinet body?
ABS resin is resistant to moisture and environmental changes, making it practical for school programs, rehearsal rooms, travel, and outdoor performance conditions.
Is the YCL-221II suitable for a woodwind doubler?
Yes. Its low Eb range, durable body, adjustable floor peg, and familiar Boehm-style key layout make it a practical bass clarinet for concert band, pit, teaching, and doubling work.
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Yamaha YCL-221II Student Bb Bass Clarinet in Matte ABS Resin
Yamaha YCL-221II Bass Clarinet (Used) Overview
The Yamaha YCL-221II is a standard-level Bb bass clarinet designed to provide a practical, durable entry into the bass clarinet register. Its low Eb range suits concert band, school ensemble, teaching, and doubling applications, while Yamaha's established key layout makes it a sensible choice for advancing clarinetists moving into the bass chair.
Yamaha YCL-221II Bass Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bass clarinet
- Key: Bb
- Range: Low Eb
- Body Material: Matte ABS resin
- Keywork: Silver-plated nickel silver
- Support: Adjustable floor peg
- Case: Yamaha molded hard case
- Accessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, neck strap, cork grease, and cleaning swab
- Serial Number: 058090
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned bass clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The model and serial information were checked during intake. The matte ABS resin body is in very good cosmetic condition with minor handling marks, while the plated keywork and fittings show light scratches and localized scuffing consistent with normal use.
Who the YCL-221II Bass Clarinet Is For
The YCL-221II is well suited to advancing students, school programs, educators, and woodwind doublers who need a dependable low Eb bass clarinet with a moisture-resistant ABS resin body. It occupies Yamaha's standard bass clarinet position, offering a more practical and accessible configuration than the company's grenadilla professional models while retaining the range required for much of the concert band and ensemble repertoire.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YCL-221II
How does the YCL-221II differ from Yamaha professional bass clarinets?
The YCL-221II uses a matte ABS resin body and extends to low Eb. Yamaha's professional YCL-621 and YCL-622II models use grenadilla bodies, with the YCL-622II extending to low C.
What are the advantages of an ABS resin bass clarinet body?
ABS resin is resistant to moisture and environmental changes, making it practical for school programs, rehearsal rooms, travel, and outdoor performance conditions.
Is the YCL-221II suitable for a woodwind doubler?
Yes. Its low Eb range, durable body, adjustable floor peg, and familiar Boehm-style key layout make it a practical bass clarinet for concert band, pit, teaching, and doubling work.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
30-day risk-free trial
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha YCL-221II Student Bb Bass Clarinet in Matte ABS Resin
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.