The Deluxe Clarinet by Gear4music is a 17 key Bb Clarinet ideal for progressing players of all standards. The Boehm design uses hard rubber for tonal properties that match professional natural wood clarinets as well as being resistant to humidity and temperature. The Deluxe Clarinet by Gear4music is finished with silver plated key-work and a Grenadilla Wood Effect sound chamber for a professional look and is provided with a fitted carry case cloth and clarinet reed. Professional Clarinet Looks & Sound The Deluxe Clarinet by Gear4music is the ideal instrument for progressing beginners. An easy blowing and responsive instrument with a well balanced action it features a clear present tone from the lowest to the very highest register. The body is made of hard rubber which gives superior tone and projection compared with clarinets with resin composite bodies. With the look and feel of a wooden instrument this clarinet both looks and sounds the part. Humidity Resistant Body The use of ebonite in woodwind instruments ensures a durable build whilst keeping the resonant qualities normally seen in natural wood. The material is composed of a hard rubber that is not affected by humidity and maintains elements of musicality that cannot be found in most student clarinets made from ABS plastic. Offering tonal properties comparable to wood the sound chamber is pourous and provides a rich and full sound that will carry you from grade to grade. The Deluxe Clarinet is finished with a Grenadilla wood effect that gives it a professional look that will not look out of place in orchestras and ensembles. Features/Specifications Model: Bb Clarinet 17 key Boehm design with well balanced action Keywork: Silver plated solid brass Pads: Hand seated American Body: Hard rubber body with matte grenadilla wood effect finish Mouthpiece: Ebonite with metal Ligature Barrels: 1 x 65mm 1 x 67mm Thumb Rest: Adjustable Bell ring Included AccessoriesReed Cleaning Cloth Cork Grease Lightweight hard carry caseMusic is for everyone so we’re making it easier for you to start playing. Backed by our years of professional experience the Gear4music range gives you access to a vast collection of instruments audio gear and accessories. Produced ethically and responsibly theyre suitable for every musical interest while meeting the expectations of a caring world. There’s never been a better time to start making music.