Description
Sounding two octaves lower than a traditional bass clarinet, the contra-bass clarinet is a staple instrument for symphonic bands, wind ensembles and clarinet choirs. Selmer is the most popular name in contra-bass clarinets.
Featuring a unique body design crafted from dense rosewood, the Selmer contra-bass packs the expected Selmer low clarinet punch but is more covered and warm.
Other major features include and articulated G#, Eb lever and an automatic octave key.
Features
- Rosewood Body: Powerful yet covered sound
- Articulated G# Keys: Easier transition and trills
- Range to low E-flat
- Adjustable Neck: Offers more flexible tuning options
- Leather Pads w/ Metal Resonators: Perfect seal coupled with greater resonance and projection in lower register
- Lightweight Case: Easier to transport
Specifications
| Level | Artist |
| Key | BB-Flat |
| Pitch | 442 hz |
| Body Material | Seasoned Rosewood |
| Neck | Bell | Silver Plated Brass |
| Key System | Boehm |
| Key Material | Nickel Silver |
| Plating | Silver |
| Tone Holes | Undercut |
| Thumb Rest | Fixed |
| Spring Type | Stainless Steel |
| Pads | Leather w/ Metal Resonators |
| Mouthpiece | Selmer C* |
| Case | BAM Lightweight |