Jean Paul USA CL-300 Student Bb Clarinet
- B flat student clarinet
- ABS plastic body for daily school use
- French Boehm key system
- Nickel-plated keys, fish skin pads
- Adjustable thumb rest
- Case included, set up by NAPBIRT-certified technicians
- 1.8 pounds listed weight
- 1-year manufacturer warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A durable plastic clarinet that suits a beginner in school band, arriving set up and in a case. Reeds, mouthpiece and ligature are not named in the specs, so check what ships with it.
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ASIN: B006WAVPR4Model: CL-300Category: Clarinets
Overview
Not a wooden concert clarinet, the CL-300 is a B flat student model with an ABS body built for daily school use. Jean Paul USA uses the French Boehm key system with nickel-plated keys, and technicians set it up and play-test it before it ships.
An ABS body built for the rigors of school use takes accidents and wear in stride, and the adjustable thumb rest suits smaller hands. The listing promises the essentials without naming them, so parents should confirm reeds and a mouthpiece.
Who it's for
Parents enrolling a child in school band get a plastic clarinet that arrives adjusted and cased. Serious students moving toward auditions will want a wood instrument instead.
Pros and cons
- ABS body resists accidents and wear
- Set up by NAPBIRT-certified technicians
- Adjustable thumb rest for small hands
- Standard French Boehm key system
- Accessories beyond the case not itemized
- Plastic body, not wood
- Short warranty period
Performance notes
Pitch accuracy depends on the bore and tone hole placement, which Jean Paul USA says is engineered for accurate intonation across the range. Fish skin pads seal the tone holes, and a pad that stops sealing makes notes hard to sound. A setup check before shipping removes most early leaks.
Specifications
| Brand | Jean Paul USA |
|---|---|
| Model | CL-300 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.8 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 15 × 10 × 5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Material Type | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
| Pad material | Fish Skin |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Case |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Instrument Key | B Flat |
| Set Name | Student |
| Thumb rest | Adjustable |
| Item type name | Clarinet |
| Key plating | Nickel-Plated |
| Key system | French Boehm |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Jean Paul USA CL-300 clarinet?
The specs confirm a case, and the listing says it includes all the essentials and arrives play-tested. Reeds, a mouthpiece and a ligature are not named, so check before the first lesson.
Is the Jean Paul CL-300 made of wood?
No. The body is ABS plastic, chosen for durability in daily school use.
Does the CL-300 need adjusting before playing?
The listing says NAPBIRT-certified technicians set up and play-test it, so it should be ready to play out of the box.
What does the Jean Paul USA CL-300 warranty cover?
The 1 year manufacturer's warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship. Jean Paul USA will send parts, repair it at an authorized service center, or replace the instrument.