Yamaha YCL-450M Intermediate B-flat Clarinet

The Yamaha YCL-450M is a high-quality intermediate B♭ clarinet that blends traditional wood clarinet tone with enhanced durability and playability — ideal for advancing students and developing players looking to step up from a beginner model.

Tone & Materials

• Grenadilla wood body delivers a warm, rich tonal character that’s sought after in professional clarinets.
• The upper joint incorporates Duet+ technology — a thin ABS resin lining formed inside the bore — protecting the wood from humidity and temperature changes while maintaining natural acoustic properties. This improves long-term stability and consistent performance.

Playability & Ergonomics

• 17-key, 6-ring Boehm system offers a familiar, responsive key layout for intermediate repertoire.
• Silver-plated nickel silver keys are smooth, durable and provide comfortable action.
• Adjustable thumb-rest with strap ring allows customization for various hand sizes and helps reduce fatigue, making extended practice or performance more comfortable.

Design Enhancements

• Second register vent tube improves pronunciation and response in the upper register, offering easier control across the clarinet’s range even with moderate breath pressure.
• Straight tone holes with tapered undercut enhance intonation and even tonal quality throughout the instrument’s range.
• 65 mm barrel helps produce a focused, centered tone with efficient breath flow and flexible expression.

Included Accessories

• Typically includes a Yamaha CL-4C mouthpiece suited to intermediate playing and a protective case for safe transport and storage.

Who It’s For

This model suits intermediate clarinetists progressing from beginner instruments who want:

• A richer, more resonant sound typical of wooden clarinets
• Improved durability and tuning stability in varying environments
• Ergonomic features that support comfortable technique development.