Yamaha YCL-255 Standard B♭ Clarinet — Lightweight Design, Warm Resonance & Student Ergonomics
The Yamaha YCL-255 serves as the ultimate entry-level B♭ clarinet, blending traditional woodwind aesthetics with modern ABS resin durability. Specifically engineered for beginner students and school band programs, the YCL-255 features a warm, wood-like matte finish and a lightweight bell construction (designed without a metal ring) to minimize playing fatigue for younger musicians.
Incorporating key design elements from Yamaha's high-end professional clarinets, the YCL-255 features a 65mm barrel that produces a focused, clear tone with excellent projection. An adjustable thumb rest with an integrated neck strap ring ensures comfortable hand positioning as students grow, while durable Valentino pads provide a reliable seal across all registers.
Key Features
- Matte ABS Resin Body: Delivers the warm acoustic tone and appearance of traditional grenadilla wood with the crack-resistant durability of synthetic resin.
- Lightweight Bell Design: Removing the metal bell ring reduces total instrument weight, providing better balance and comfort for young students.
- 65mm Barrel: Modeled after professional Yamaha clarinets to deliver optimal airflow resistance and consistent intonation.
- Adjustable Thumb Rest & Strap Ring: Easily adjusts to accommodate growing hands and allows for optional neck strap usage to reduce thumb strain.
- Valentino Synthetic Pads: Highly durable, moisture-resistant pads ensure smooth key seal and low maintenance requirements.
- Nickel-Plated Keys: Durable nickel silver key work engineered to withstand heavy school band usage.
- Complete Outfit: Comes equipped with a Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, ligature, cap, cork grease, and a protective hardshell case.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Brand & Model | Yamaha YCL-255 |
| Instrument Type | B♭ Clarinet |
| Level | Standard / Student |
| Key System | Boehm (17 Keys, 6 Rings) |
| Body Material | Matte ABS Resin |
| Barrel Length | 65mm |
| Key Material | Nickel Silver with Nickel Plating |
| Pads | Valentino Synthetic Pads |
| Tone Holes | Straight tone holes with tapered undercut |
| Thumb Rest | Adjustable with integrated neck strap ring |
| Mouthpiece | Yamaha 4C Clarinet Mouthpiece |
| Included Case | Yamaha CLC-180 Hardshell Case |
Equip beginner clarinettists with an easy-blowing instrument built to last. Order your Yamaha YCL-255 Standard B♭ Clarinet today!