Bass Clarinets
There are several different types of clarinet, and bass clarinets rank among the more interesting. With their curved necks and bells, bass clarinets look something like a hybrid between an alto clarinet and a saxophone. And unlike many other instruments on the lower end of the scale, they have a sweet, cutting sound that makes itself heard through all the other instruments in the orchestra. Are you in the process of deciding which instrument you'd like to take up? In that case, you should definitely consider the bass clarinet if you want to try an all-star woodwind that can support its bass-register cousins or, just as easily, stand out on its own.
For a beginner, there are a few options here that definitely follow through on standing out. Check out the Leblanc 7168 Low Eb Bass Clarinet and the Selmer 1430LP Bb Bass Clarinet for instance - their winning combination of affordability, playability, and tone makes them the perfect starting points for a new bass clarinet student. Maybe you're a bit more advanced and in need of an intermediate-level instrument? If so, the Amati ACL 691S Low Eb Bass Clarinet or the Leblanc Model 60 Bass Clarinet are a couple of solid suggestions for you.
When you're looking for a bass clarinet at the professional level, there are even more solid options to choose from. Consider the Buffet Crampon Tosca Bass Clarinet, for example, or the Selmer Paris Model 67 Professional Low C Bass Clarinet. Or, if you want to expand your repertoire with an even lower-keyed instrument, maybe it's time to try out a contrabass clarinet? The Leblanc Model 7182 Contrabass Clarinet is an ideal starter model, and for the experienced contrabass player, there's the Selmer Paris Model 41 Contrabass Clarinet.
Whether you're a newcomer to the bass clarinet or an experienced pro, there's a good fit waiting for you in this selection of bass clarinets. Just set your budget, find an instrument that matches your skill level, and you're ready to go. Bass clarinets are certainly rewarding instruments to play, and it won't be long before you're loving the sound of your brand-new one.
