Detail 01
1.08 mm tip opening
Slightly more open than typical student pieces. A bit more volume and flexibility, still controllable.
Product detailSKU #1274319723468
Clark W FobesNOVA Series Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece CF+
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hard rubber Bb clarinet mouthpiece with a 1.08 mm tip in the CF+ facing. A step up for students and amateurs past their starter piece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Advancing student moving off a molded plastic mouthpiece
- Concert band and orchestral playing where blend matters
- Doublers who want a predictable Bb setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners on a first mouthpiece at triple the price
- Players wanting a wide open jazz tip
- Anyone happy with their current facing and reed match
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
Hard rubber body
Rod rubber machines to tighter tolerances than molded plastic and damps vibration differently, giving a rounder tone.
Detail 03
CF+ facing
A specific curve length in this series. Determines reed response, so it plays differently than the 3L at the same tip.
Detail 04
Tip listed as .043 inch
Same measurement as the 1.08 mm figure, just imperial. Useful when comparing against charts that use inches.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature, cap, and reeds sold separately.
- 02Hard rubber discolors with UV and alcohol. Swab and store in the case.
- 03CF+ and 3L share a tip but not a facing. Pick one deliberately.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between the CF+ and the 3L?
Both are 1.08 mm at the tip. The facing curve differs, which changes how the reed responds and how much resistance you feel. Try both if you can.
02Is hard rubber actually better than plastic?
It machines to closer tolerances and feels different under the lip. The bigger practical gain is a consistently cut facing rather than the material alone.
03What reeds work with a 1.08 mm tip?
Slightly more open than a student tip, so many players drop a half strength. Around 3 to 3.5 is a reasonable starting point.
04Does it fit a bass clarinet?
No. This is a Bb soprano clarinet mouthpiece. Bass clarinet uses a much larger mouthpiece and a different tenon.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Fingerboard Material
- Hard Rubber Tip: 1.08 mm / .043
