First choice: sound
Explore the Spectrum of Woods in the Tonal Gallery
Baitoa Boxwood
Chosen for its vintage character, this wood offers a round and sophisticated sound, capturing the essence of historical clarinets
Cocobolo
World renowned for its deep, dark, and warm tones, Cocobolo enriches your music with a sound as rich as its color
Indian Rosewood
Sweeter and lighter than its Cocobolo cousin, it delivers a very round and mellow sweetness to every note played
Katalox
A hit with soloists and ensemble players, Katalox provides a sweeter, rounded tone for those seeking departure from tradition
Tulipwood
Emits an incredibly warm and nuanced timbre, a subtly rich sound favored for its understated elegance*
Grenadilla wood
Chosen by connoisseurs for its vintage character, Grenadilla Wood offers a round, sophisticated sound
Mopane Wood
With its powerful projection and bright, brilliant tonality, Mopane stands out in the grand orchestral setting everytime
Castello Boxwood
Slightly darker, this boxwood delivers a darker timbre, adding even more depth and richness to your sound
Caribbean Rosewood
Its bright and delicate sound provides a crisp contrast to the deeper tones of its rosewood relatives
Anden Rosewood
Known for its profound resonance and deep sound, it enhances vibration transfer across the instrument
SNAKEWOOD
The most dense and challenging to craft, Snakewood has focused projection and a premium clarinet sound**
*Tulipwood has special restrictions applied if it is shipped outside of the European Union due to CITES Protection. **Snakewood is double the price because it is an extremely expensive wood and the most difficult material to work with.
Second Step: Feel
From Breath to Bore, Feel the Difference in Your Music
Small Bore
S
Think of the 'Small' bore as the easy-breezy choice. It's like riding a bike downhill; it lets you play smooth and quick without much effort. Music feel like a walk in the park! You'll love it, or hate it.
Medium Bore
M
The 'Medium' bore is the best buddy for many clarinet players. It's not too easy, not too tough, just right in the middle. It's like having just enough syrup on your pancakes – sweet and satisfying!
Medium Large Bore
ML
Our 'Medium Large' bore is like your favorite pair of shoes; it fits just right. It gives a full sound that's comfy for your fingers and ears, making it feel like you're hitting all the right steps in a dance.
Large Bore
L
The 'Large' bore is for when you want to fill the room with your sound. It's a bit like blowing up a big balloon – it takes more puff, but the result is a big, bold sound that can't be ignored!
Reversed Taper Bore
RT
'Reversed Taper' is a fancy way of saying that playing feels smooth from low notes to high ones. Imagine your music as a slide at the park that's fun from top to bottom – that's what the RT bore does for your clarinet.
Large Reversed Taper
LRT
Think of the 'Large Reversed Taper' as the bigger cousin of the RT. It's like having an extra scoop of ice cream – more of what you love, with a bit more oomph to make your music pop!
Standard Taper Bore
T
Our 'Standard Taper' bore is like the classic video game level – it challenges you just enough and makes playing feel rewarding. It's for those who enjoy a good challenge.
Large Taper Bore
LT
And then there's the 'Large Taper' bore. It's like a thick milkshake through a straw – you need a stronger pull, but the rich sound you get out is worth the extra effort!
