Yamaha YCL-457ll-22 Clarinet German System

• German (Oehler) system, 22 keys
• 6 rings
• Body: grenadilla wood (Dalbergia melanoxylon)
• Keys: silver-plated nickel silver
• Barrel: 56 mm, standard length
• Tone holes with tapered undercut
• Adjustable thumb rest with strap ring
• F and Eb lifters on the left
• Double F/C key
• Eb/B side key with metal foot
• Duodecime linkage, coupled A/G# keys
• Includes case, M3D mouthpiece, textile BG ligature

The German clarinet sound in its purest form

The Yamaha YCL-457II-22 is an Oehler-system clarinet for musicians seeking the warm, dark tone of the German system in concert-ready craftsmanship. Part of the proven 457 series, it combines traditional clarinet-making craft with targeted technical refinements of the II generation – built for orchestral players, advancing students, and anyone who wants a reliable, easy-to-play instrument.

Grenadilla wood and silver-plated mechanics for a refined tone

The body, crafted from solid grenadilla wood (Dalbergia melanoxylon), delivers the characteristic tonal density and warmth of the German system. The silver-plated nickel silver key mechanism runs smoothly and ergonomically, while straight tone holes with a tapered undercut ensure even, clean intonation across the entire register.

Thoughtful detail improvements in the II series

The new thumb rest adjusts by about 12 mm and, thanks to its stable base and larger support surface, offers noticeably more comfort during long playing sessions. The duodecime linkage at the first ring improves high B/C# trills, while the F and Eb levers on the left, the double F/C key, and the coupled A/G# keys make playing easier across the full range.

Your benefits at a glance:

• Authentic German tone: grenadilla wood body and M3D mouthpiece for the characteristic dark tone color.
• Precise mechanics: silver-plated nickel silver and synthetic cork for a durable, smooth key action.
• Improved playing comfort: adjustable thumb rest with larger support surface and strap ring.
• Refined Oehler technique: duodecime linkage and coupled A/G# keys for clean legato and trills.
• Travel-ready: lightweight case with backpack straps included.

Technical Data

What's Included

1x Yamaha YCL-457II-22 clarinet, 1x lightweight case with backpack straps, 1x textile ligature by BG, 1x M3D mouthpiece.

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