The Yamaha YCL‑450 is an intermediate Bb clarinet, thoughtfully crafted for serious students transitioning toward higher-level playing. It features a solid grenadilla wood body, similar barrel and bell shapes found in Yamaha’s professional-tier Custom V Series, and a refined bore design—all contributing to improved tone, projection, and intonation. Its adjustable thumb rest (with option for strap attachment) ensures comfortable ergonomics for players of varying hand sizes.
The second-generation models, like the YCL‑450IIN, offer enhanced durability, response, and expressive potential, developed through close collaboration with educators and musicians.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Level | Intermediate |
| Key | Bb |
| Key System | Boehm system, 17 keys, 6 rings |
| Body Material | Grenadilla wood |
| Barrel Length | 65 mm |
| Bell Material | Grenadilla wood |
| Barrel Material | Grenadilla wood |
| Finish | Natural wood finish (no lacquer) |
| Key Material | Nickel silver |
| Plating | Silver-plated (YCL-450N has nickel-plated keys) |
| Bore | Tapered, professional-style |
| Tone Holes | Tapered with undercut |
| Pads | Valentino synthetic pads |
| Spring Type | Blue steel springs |
| Thumb Rest | Adjustable with neck strap ring |
| Mouthpiece | Yamaha 4C |
| Ligature & Cap | Included |
