Yamaha YCL-650 Bb Clarinet -- $1800 on Amazon or $700 here! in Cochrane, Alberta
Date/Time:04 Mar, 02:00 p.m. EST
Type: Music instruments
Yamaha YCL-650 Intermediate Grade Clarinet -- Incredible instrument and a great value!! I bought this in xxxx for University Band Classes, but have not used it in a few years. I hope it can go to a loving home!
The Clarinet is in excellent conditino and I have kept it conditioned even though I haven't been using it. The instrument is flawless EXCEPT for the mouthpiece -- It's a Vandoren B45 mouthpiece that has great feel and exceptional sound, but is a little scuffed from use.
Comes with Gator Case and travel stand. Available for pickup in Cochrane, but we could arrange to meet in Calgary.
Here's what Woodwind and Brasswind has to say about the instrument:
For the serious intermediate player or young professional.
The Yamaha YCL-650 is an excellent choice for those who are serious about their clarinet performance but need to watch their budget. The specifications of its bell, barrel, toneholes and other features are very close to those of the Custom SEV model, so its sound is warm, round, and deeply resonant.
Made of carefully select and seasoned grenadilla wood and boasting an pronounced handcrafting and hand finishing, the YCL-650 features tapered toneholes which are undercut by hand for precise intonation and superior tonal balance. It also features beautifully sculpted keys whose touch has been regulated by master artisans for perfect balance.
Serious clarinetists will find inspiration in the tone and responsiveness of the YCL-650 Bb clarinets. Featuring newly designed 65mm barrels-similar to Yamaha's acclaimed V Series-and durable blue steel spring material, the clarinets offer a beautiful natural finish on grenadilla bodies. The combination of aesthetic beauty and quick action promises an outstanding playing experience, as does the resonance chamber in the bell, which gives the instrument wonderful projection.
Here are links to videos and reviews of this instrument:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRW8molT2-E
http://www.shwoodwind.co.uk/Reviews/Clarinets/Yamaha_YCL650.htm
http://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-YCL-650U-YCL-650-Bb-Clarinet/dp/Bxxxx2HUGY