{"product_id":"yamaha-ycl-450iinm-intermediate-bb-clarinet","title":"Yamaha YCL-450IINM Intermediate Bb Clarinet","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStable Tone and Durability – The Yamaha YCL-450IINM Intermediate Bb Clarinet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter extensive research and testing with educators and players, the new YCL-450 second generation intermediate clarinets bring improved sound, response and added durability, offering an excellent choice for players to begin working on expression and nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProvides Stable Tone and Durability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is designed with Duet+ original Yamaha technology that produces an ABS resin bore lining, which minimizes changes to the internal wood and enhances precision for tonal stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDesign Informed by Professional and Custom Models\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of leather pads, vertically integrated from professional and custom Yamaha models, provides a more consistent seal of the tone holes. The improved seal of the leather pads facilitates a wider dynamic range with more power and nuance at both the loud and soft volumes. The leather pads also offer excellent durability and help decrease pad noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOptimized Bell and Bore Taper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo balance the change in pads, the bell and bore taper have been optimized for greater clarity and resonance on lower notes, to maintain an even tone and stable intonation across registers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eErgonomic Design for Player Comfort\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to accommodate all hand sizes, the adjustable thumb rest can be set to a height that is most comfortable for individual players, reducing thumb discomfort and fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingering System: Boehm, 17 keys, 6 rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel Length: 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePads: Leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToneholes: Straight tone holes with tapered undercut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb-Rest: Adjustable with strap ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla insert injected ABS resin (upper joint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeys: Nickel-plated nickel silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMouthpiece: 4C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Yamaha\u003cbr\u003eModel: YCL-450IINM\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I849567-N-6-WHXE\u003cbr\u003eUPC: 889025162760\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43652959240255,"sku":"I849567-N","price":2099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/0972\/9087\/files\/9db35724-362d-461c-bd3e-f2cae7ebf09a.jpg?v=1785438480","url":"https:\/\/chucklevins.com\/products\/yamaha-ycl-450iinm-intermediate-bb-clarinet","provider":"Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}