Yamaha YCL-450N Clarinet
- B flat clarinet, YCL 450 series
- Nickel plated keys, polished finish
- CLC-400EII case named with the clarinet
- 14.7 x 10.2 x 5.3 inches listed dimensions
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A Yamaha B flat clarinet with nickel plated keywork for a band player who wants a Yamaha instrument. The listing is thin, with no word on body material, mouthpiece or barrel.
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ASIN: B002GZYWHEModel: YCL-450NCategory: Clarinets
Overview
Playing B flat parts in a school or community band is the job of the Yamaha clarinet, fitted with nickel plated keys in a polished finish. The listing pairs it with a named case and says nothing about the body material.
Nickel plated keys give a bright look and a familiar feel under the fingers. Little else is stated: no body material, no mouthpiece, no reed or ligature details. Ask the seller what ships in the case before treating it as a complete outfit.
Who it's for
School and community band players reading B flat parts are the audience here. Buyers who need the body material confirmed, or a complete starter kit spelled out, should ask the seller first.
Pros and cons
- Pitched in B flat for band parts
- Nickel plated keys with polished finish
- Case named in the listing
- Part of Yamaha's YCL 450 series
- Body material not listed
- Mouthpiece and reeds unmentioned
- No feature bullets from the seller
- Listed weight figure is implausible
Performance notes
Response depends on how well the pads seal over the tone holes, so pad condition matters more than key plating. The mouthpiece and reed shape most of the tone, and the listing describes neither. Nickel plating changes the look and feel of the keys, not the sound.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | YCL-450N |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item dimensions | 14.7 × 10.2 × 5.3 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Material Type | Nickel plated keys |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | CLC-400EII case |
| Other details | |
| Instrument Key | B Flat |
| Style | Modern |
| Set Name | YCL 450 Series |
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my own mouthpiece and reeds with the Yamaha YCL-450N?
The listing does not describe the mouthpiece, barrel or reed strength, so it gives no fit details. Check with the seller or a band director before relying on parts you already own.