Detail 01
42 mm length
Short by design. Eb barrels run roughly half the length of Bb, and 42 mm is the higher-pitched of the two lengths offered.
Product detailSKU #1274319723452
Clark W FobesHardwood Clarinet Barrel Eb Clarinet, 42 mm
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 42 mm hardwood barrel for Eb clarinet. For Eb players whose stock barrel sits flat or feels unfocused in the upper register.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Eb doublers fighting flat pitch in band settings
- Players stepping up from a plastic factory barrel
- Cold-room playing where the instrument sits below pitch
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bb or A clarinet players — Eb sizing only
- Players who already run sharp on Eb
- Anyone wanting the flatter option — the 43 mm covers that
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
1 mm shorter than the 43 mm
On a short Eb barrel a single millimeter moves pitch noticeably more than it would on Bb.
Detail 03
Hardwood body
Denser than plastic. Tends to firm up response and tighten the Eb's naturally bright, edgy upper register.
Detail 04
Eb-specific sizing
Socket and tenon are cut for Eb clarinet. It will not seat on a Bb instrument.
Detail 05
Fixed length, no tuning mechanism
Fine adjustment is still done by pulling out slightly at the joint.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your current Eb barrel — pick length by whether you play sharp or flat
- 02Eb corks are small and wear fast; keep cork grease on hand
- 03Mouthpiece, ligature, and case are not included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Should I get the 42 mm or the 43 mm?
Pick 42 mm if you play flat and need pitch raised. Pick 43 mm if you play sharp. If you are in tune now, match your existing barrel length.
02Will an Eb barrel fit my Bb clarinet?
No. Eb clarinet joints are considerably smaller. This will not seat on a Bb or A instrument.
03How much does 1 mm actually matter on Eb?
More than on Bb. The Eb is a shorter instrument overall, so the same millimeter is a larger proportion of total length and shifts pitch further.
04Do I need any tools to swap it?
No. Grease the tenon cork and fit it between mouthpiece and upper joint. See a tech only if the cork is too tight, too loose, or damaged.
