Yamaha YCL-CSVR Custom Series Bb Clarinet - Silver Keys | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls

The Yamaha YCL-CSVR Custom Series professional Bb clarinet represents the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship, delivering gorgeous tone and impeccable playability for advanced and professional clarinetists. Crafted from seasoned grenadilla wood with elegant silver-plated nickel silver keys, this instrument combines visual beauty with exceptional acoustic performance. Designed for serious musicians who demand consistent tonality across all registers and extended range, the YCL-CSVR enables expressive playing with remarkable comfort and precision.

Product Overview

The YCL-CSVR features a body, barrel, and bell hewn from carefully seasoned grenadilla wood, providing the rich, warm resonance that professional clarinetists cherish. The silver-plated nickel silver keys add sophisticated visual appeal while delivering smooth, reliable mechanical action. This Japanese-made instrument represents Yamaha's commitment to combining traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering excellence.

The redesigned 65mm barrel enables players to produce a crisp, focused tone with minimal effort, while the scallop-free traditional bell design heightens projection and clarity in performance settings. Tapered tone holes with hand-tapered undercut ensure optimum intonation and uniform response throughout the instrument's range. These precision features work together to create consistent tonality from the lowest chalumeau notes through the highest altissimo register.

Playability receives meticulous attention through the Boehm key system featuring 17 keys and 6 rings, all expertly sculpted for ergonomic efficiency. The adjustable thumb rest with strap ring accommodates different hand sizes, ensuring every player enjoys a custom fit during extended practice sessions and performances. Leather pads provide reliable sealing and warm tonal characteristics, while the precision keywork responds instantly to the player's technique.

Ideal For

• Professional orchestra and chamber ensemble clarinetists requiring superior intonation and projection
• Advanced students preparing for conservatory auditions or professional careers
• Studio recording artists demanding consistent tone quality across all registers
• Solo recitalists seeking expressive tonal control and dynamic range
• Symphony and wind ensemble performers who need reliable performance in demanding musical passages

Key Features Seasoned Grenadilla Construction

Premium grenadilla wood carefully aged and selected for optimal acoustic properties forms the body, barrel, and bell. This traditional tonewood produces the rich, warm sound characteristic of professional-level clarinets while providing structural stability for consistent performance over decades.

Precision 65mm Barrel Design

The redesigned 65mm barrel enables effortless production of clean, focused tone across all playing dynamics. This carefully engineered length balances intonation with tonal clarity, allowing players to achieve the centered sound essential for professional performance without sacrificing warmth or projection.

Hand-Tapered Tone Hole System

Tapered tone holes with meticulous hand-tapered undercut deliver optimum intonation and uniform response throughout the instrument's range. This labor-intensive process ensures each note speaks with identical ease and tonal quality, from rich low notes to brilliant high register passages.

Silver-Plated Key Mechanism

Sculpted silver-plated nickel silver keys combine elegant appearance with smooth, precise action. The Boehm system with 17 keys and 6 rings provides comprehensive technical capability, while the silver plating enhances durability and adds sophisticated visual appeal to this professional instrument.

Adjustable Ergonomic Comfort

The adjustable thumb rest with integrated strap ring ensures optimal hand position for players of all sizes. This customizable feature reduces fatigue during extended performances and promotes proper technique, allowing musicians to focus entirely on musical expression rather than physical discomfort.

What's Included

• Yamaha YCL-CSVR Custom Series Bb Clarinet
• Yamaha CL4CM Custom Series hard rubber mouthpiece
• CLC-840 softshell case
• CLB-90II case cover
• Free standard shipping
• Yamaha manufacturer warranty
• Ask us about our white glove delivery service

Technical Specifications Specification Details Body Seasoned Grenadilla Wood Bore Size Professional Standard Key/Valve System Boehm: 17 Keys, 6 Rings Pads/Springs Leather Pads Mouthpiece/Bow Yamaha CL4CM Hard Rubber Finish Silver-plated Nickel Silver Keys Weight Standard Professional Clarinet Weight Type Bb Soprano Key Bb Level Professional Bell Material Grenadilla, Scallop-free Traditional Design Barrel Length 65mm Barrel Material Grenadilla Tone Holes Tapered with Hand-tapered Undercut Thumb Rest Adjustable with Strap Ring Case CLC-840 Softshell Case Case Cover CLB-90II Made In Japan Manufacturer Part Number YCL-CSVR Experience This Professional Clarinet Today

Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the exceptional tone and playability of the Yamaha YCL-CSVR Custom Series clarinet in person. Our knowledgeable staff understands the demands of professional musicians and can help you explore how this remarkable instrument supports your artistic goals. Contact us today to schedule your private trial or discuss financing options for this professional-level clarinet.