Yamaha YCL 221IIS Bb Bass Clarinet
Yamaha YCL-221IIS Bass Clarinet - Ideal for Advancing Students & Ensemble Players
The Yamaha YCL-221IIS Bb Bass Clarinet is a highly accessible, well-designed bass clarinet built for intermediate players stepping into orchestral, concert band, or ensemble performance. Modelled after Yamaha’s professional 621II, this clarinet combines smart ergonomics with reliable intonation and smooth playability—all at a student-friendly price.
Crafted from durable matte-finished ABS resin, it delivers a rich, focused sound while remaining lightweight and easy to handle. Its design includes a neck angle similar to a standard Bb clarinet, making it an ideal crossover for advancing clarinettists. A redesigned register tone hole and straight tone holes provide more accurate tuning across the range, down to low Eb.
Thoughtful engineering, like the rounded bridge key connector, ensures easy assembly without risk of key damage—perfect for players new to the bass clarinet.
Key Features:
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Key: Bb – Range to low Eb
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Body: Two-piece matte finish ABS resin
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System: Boehm, 19 keys, 7 covered finger holes
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Keywork: Silver-plated (also available with nickel-plated keys – model YCL-221II)
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Neck Angle: Similar to standard Bb clarinet for easier transition
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Tone Holes: Straight, with redesigned register tone hole
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Mouthpiece: Yamaha 4C (BCL4C)
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Floor Peg: Adjustable
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Case: Lightweight, durable, and easy to carry
With its comfortable playability, strong projection, and Yamaha’s trusted craftsmanship, the YCL-221IIS is the perfect step into the world of bass clarinet.
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