Yamaha YCL-881 Eb Clarinet Overview
The Yamaha YCL-881 is Yamaha's Custom-level soprano Eb clarinet, developed in collaboration with leading clarinetists to deliver a deep, round sound that can either blend within an ensemble texture or project clearly for exposed solo passages. Built with a one-piece grenadilla body and precision hand-finished tone-hole work, it is designed for consistent response, stable intonation, and a refined tonal palette across the full range.
Yamaha YCL-881 Eb Clarinet Specifications
- Level: Custom Soprano
- Key: Eb
- Fingering system: Boehm
- Keywork: 17 keys, 6 rings
- Barrel length: 42 mm
- Body material: One-piece grenadilla wood
- Bore: Machined
- Tone holes: Tapered inset type with hand-tapered undercut; integral tone holes carved into the body
- Key material: Nickel silver
- Finish: Silver-plated keys
- Bell ring: Pressure-fitted nickel-silver bell ring
- Thumb rest: Fixed
- Springs: Blue steel needle
- Case: Included
- Accessories: Yamaha 4C mouthpiece with silver-plated mouthpiece cap & ligature
Condition & Setup
Brand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This clarinet is professionally inspected, serviced as needed, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind specialists to confirm correct sealing, key regulation, and response.
Who the YCL-881 Eb Clarinet Is For
The Yamaha YCL-881 is a Custom professional Eb clarinet designed for advanced players who need reliable intonation, controlled response, and a tonal character that can blend or project on demand. Its deep, round sound supports both orchestral clarity and solo definition, making it a strong choice for professional orchestral work, chamber music, and demanding wind ensemble repertoire.
What distinguishes the YCL-881 within the Eb clarinet category is its combination of a one-piece grenadilla body for resonance and stability, integral tone holes carved directly into the body for consistent response, and individually hand-tapered and undercut tone holes to balance tone quality and uniformity across registers. The pressure-fitted nickel-silver bell ring adds density at the bell for a smoother, warmer tonal result, and the silver-plated keywork and blue steel needle springs support fast, precise mechanism feel.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YCL-881
Is the Yamaha YCL-881 suitable for professional use?
Yes. The YCL-881 is Yamaha's Custom-level Eb clarinet, built with professional materials and hand-finished tone-hole work to support consistent intonation, even response, and the control required for orchestral and solo repertoire.
What does "integral tone holes" mean on the YCL-881?
Integral tone holes are carved directly into the grenadilla body rather than being inserted as separate pieces. This construction promotes uniform resonance and response and helps produce a rich, consistent tone color across the instrument.
What mouthpiece comes with the Yamaha YCL-881?
The YCL-881 includes a Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, along with a silver-plated ligature and silver-plated mouthpiece cap.
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Yamaha YCL-881 Custom Soprano Eb Clarinet in Grenadilla
Yamaha YCL-881 Eb Clarinet Overview
The Yamaha YCL-881 is Yamaha's Custom-level soprano Eb clarinet, developed in collaboration with leading clarinetists to deliver a deep, round sound that can either blend within an ensemble texture or project clearly for exposed solo passages. Built with a one-piece grenadilla body and precision hand-finished tone-hole work, it is designed for consistent response, stable intonation, and a refined tonal palette across the full range.
Yamaha YCL-881 Eb Clarinet Specifications
- Level: Custom Soprano
- Key: Eb
- Fingering system: Boehm
- Keywork: 17 keys, 6 rings
- Barrel length: 42 mm
- Body material: One-piece grenadilla wood
- Bore: Machined
- Tone holes: Tapered inset type with hand-tapered undercut; integral tone holes carved into the body
- Key material: Nickel silver
- Finish: Silver-plated keys
- Bell ring: Pressure-fitted nickel-silver bell ring
- Thumb rest: Fixed
- Springs: Blue steel needle
- Case: Included
- Accessories: Yamaha 4C mouthpiece with silver-plated mouthpiece cap & ligature
Condition & Setup
Brand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This clarinet is professionally inspected, serviced as needed, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind specialists to confirm correct sealing, key regulation, and response.
Who the YCL-881 Eb Clarinet Is For
The Yamaha YCL-881 is a Custom professional Eb clarinet designed for advanced players who need reliable intonation, controlled response, and a tonal character that can blend or project on demand. Its deep, round sound supports both orchestral clarity and solo definition, making it a strong choice for professional orchestral work, chamber music, and demanding wind ensemble repertoire.
What distinguishes the YCL-881 within the Eb clarinet category is its combination of a one-piece grenadilla body for resonance and stability, integral tone holes carved directly into the body for consistent response, and individually hand-tapered and undercut tone holes to balance tone quality and uniformity across registers. The pressure-fitted nickel-silver bell ring adds density at the bell for a smoother, warmer tonal result, and the silver-plated keywork and blue steel needle springs support fast, precise mechanism feel.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YCL-881
Is the Yamaha YCL-881 suitable for professional use?
Yes. The YCL-881 is Yamaha's Custom-level Eb clarinet, built with professional materials and hand-finished tone-hole work to support consistent intonation, even response, and the control required for orchestral and solo repertoire.
What does "integral tone holes" mean on the YCL-881?
Integral tone holes are carved directly into the grenadilla body rather than being inserted as separate pieces. This construction promotes uniform resonance and response and helps produce a rich, consistent tone color across the instrument.
What mouthpiece comes with the Yamaha YCL-881?
The YCL-881 includes a Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, along with a silver-plated ligature and silver-plated mouthpiece cap.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha YCL-881 Custom Soprano Eb Clarinet in Grenadilla
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