Detail 01
1.09+ mm tip opening
On the closer side of medium. Takes less air to control and pairs with medium to harder reeds.
Product detailSKU #1274228080854
Vandoren5RV Lyre Series Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece 5RV Lyre - Profile 88
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Ebonite Bb clarinet mouthpiece with a 1.09mm tip and medium facing. A step up for students and a standard choice for classical players.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students replacing the mouthpiece that came with a rental clarinet
- Classical and concert band playing where a centered tone matters
- Players who want a predictable medium facing, not an open jazz setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who already own a ligature-and-cap setup they cannot rematch
- Anyone wanting a wide-open tip for loud amplified playing
- Bass or A clarinet players — this is Bb only
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
Medium facing
The reed contact length is middle-of-the-road, so response stays even across the register instead of favoring extremes.
Detail 03
Ebonite (hard rubber)
Warmer and less brittle-sounding than plastic. Can discolor with sunlight and heat, and takes swabbing to stay clean.
Detail 04
Profile 88 beak
The 88-degree beak sits flatter under the top teeth than the standard profile. Some players find the embouchure angle more comfortable.
Detail 05
No ligature included
You supply the ligature and cap. Budget another purchase unless yours fits an ebonite Bb mouthpiece.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature and cap are not included — confirm yours fits before playing.
- 02Plan on reeds in the medium range; very soft reeds will feel loose.
- 03Use a mouthpiece patch if you bite; ebonite marks up over time.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a ligature?
No. The mouthpiece ships on its own, so you will need a ligature and cap. Most standard Bb clarinet ligatures sized for hard rubber mouthpieces will fit.
02What reed strength should I use with it?
The 1.09mm tip and medium facing suit medium strengths. Most players land around 3 to 3.5 and adjust from there based on resistance and comfort.
03Will this fit my clarinet?
It fits standard Bb clarinets. It is not made for A clarinet, bass clarinet, or Eb, which use different mouthpiece sizes.
04What is Profile 88 versus the standard profile?
Profile 88 has an 88-degree beak angle, which is flatter on top. It plays the same as the standard 5RV Lyre; the difference is how it sits in your mouth.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Ebonite
- Color
- Profile 88
3 detailsOther
- Tip Opening
- 1.09+ mm
- Ligature
- Not Included
- Facing
- Medium
