YANASON B Flat 17 Key Clarinet review

Many students and instructors regard YANASON B Flat 17 Key Clarinet as one of the best clarinets for beginner clarinetists. Read on to learn more about Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet!

My cousin has always had a deep love for anything related to music. He was lucky that his parents discovered his talent early enough. They enrolled him in a good school where his talent was nurtured. Surprisingly, within less than two years in the school, he had mastered playing several musical instruments, a clarinet being his favorite.

His 2^nd born child, a son, has the same love for music. Last summer, he requested I help him shop for a good clarinet for his son’s beginner classes. After comparing several clarinets from well-known brands, we settled for the Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet. It was a perfect gift for his son’s birthday.

Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet Breakdown and Review

• Excellent intonation.
• Easy to play.

This clarinet features nickel-plated keys positioned strategically along its tube, making it a perfect training instrument for beginners and intermediate clarinet players. The nickel coat adds lustre and brightness and makes the clarinet aesthetically appealing. The keys are nice and do not stick. This makes the clarinet easy to play.

Who wouldn’t love a clarinet with a smooth and mellow tone? The Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet sounds excellent, thanks to the thickness of the pipe body; the pipe is thicker than that of other clarinets in the same class as the Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet.

I love that the clarinet comes with two barrels, one short and one longer. The barrels are handy when you want to adjust your clarinet’s intonation. Also, the clarinet features leatherette pads that optimize intonation control. Its steel springs deliver smooth, highly responsive action and maximize the clarinet’s playability.

As a clarinetist, you have to bear the weight of your instrument on your right thumb with the help of a small metal attachment known as a thumb rest. Even though this clarinet weighs only 3.74 pounds, after many hours of playing, it can cause discomfort or severe overuse injury on your upper right limb. To solve this problem, Yanason has equipped this clarinet with an adjustable thumb rest.

This clarinet features a high-grade Bakelite mouthpiece. The mouthpiece looks sleek and stylish, giving the clarinet a high-end feel. Other accessories that come with the high-quality clarinet include; one clarinet stand, a clarinet strap, a cleaning cloth, one set of tooth pad, a pair of white gloves, and five reeds.

What we liked

• It is easy to play.
• It is beautiful.
• It is made of high-quality materials.
• It comes in a complete set. It comes with everything you need to get started with your clarinet classes.
• It sounds great.
• Its keys are nice and do not stick.
• Its pipe body is thicker than that of other clarinets in its class.

What we did not like

• There are better choices for everyday use.

 

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Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet Specifications

Model	Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet
Brand	Jinqu
Color	Black
Instrument Key	B Flat
Material	Nickel, Steel
Style	Flat
Item Weight	3.74 pounds
Package Dimensions	14.88 x 8.98 x 4.96 inches
ASIN	B08N5RJ2F9
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Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet Features

Material

The Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet’s pipe body is made of ebonite, a durable hard rubber that has been scientifically proven stable. It is the same material used to create bowling balls, so I am sure the clarinet’s body will last a lifetime without breaking if well-taken care of.

Also, the clarinet’s keys are coated with nickel. This coating makes the keys wear and corrosion resistance. The coating is hard and durable.

Lightweight and portable

This clarinet is light and portable. It weighs only 3.74 pounds which is light enough for even a primary school kid to carry around. Also, when moving from one point to another with the clarinet, you can disassemble it and fit it in its case. The case has compartments for all the parts and is portable because it comes with a side carrying strap.

Accessories

This clarinet is packed in a carry case with a zipper pocket and side carrying straps to maintain elegance. This makes it easy to move this instrument from one point to another.

To improve its lifespan, you have to clean it regularly. This is why Yanason packs a cleaning cloth inside the case. The fabric is made of soft cotton and comes in handy when it’s time to clean the clarinet. It would be best if you remembered to clean this instrument every time you play it.

Are There Alternatives To The Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet?

Yes, other beginner-level clarinets make a great sound and could be used in place of the Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet. These include Mendini by Cecillo Bb Clarinet, Glory Black/Gold keys clarinet.

Features of the Alternative Clarinets

Model	Eastar B Flat Clarinet	Glory Black/Gold keys Clarinet
Brand	Mendini by Cecilio	Eastar	GLORY
Color	Black	Nickel Keys	Glory Black
Instrument Key	B Flat	B Flat	B Flat
Material	Plastic	Brass, Nickel, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene	Nickel, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Style	Elegant	Flat	Flat
Item Weight	3.61 pounds	3.45 pounds	3.49 pounds
Package Dimensions	14 x 10 x 4 inches	15.47 x 10.43 x 5.51 inches	14.9 x 9 x 5.1 inches
ASIN	B005CXMOEU	B07JVH1GVL	B00SED01WM
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Verdict: So, Should You Buy the Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet?

Yes, you should. The Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet is made of durable ebonite. It is light and portable, making it easy to move from one point to another. It comes packed in a stylish case with compartments for each of the clarinet’s parts. This clarinet is a perfect choice for a beginner clarinetist.

FAQs

What size are the Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet’s reeds? 

The reeds are 2.5, a size known to produce a brighter tone.

Is the Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet easy to use?

Yes, being a beginner-level clarinet, the Yanason B Flat Key Clarinet is easy to use.