Detail 01
Tip opening 119.5
1.195mm between reed tip and mouthpiece. A moderate opening — pairs with medium reeds rather than very soft ones.
Product detailSKU #1274228080899
VandorenB45 Dot Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Traditional
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Ebonite Bb clarinet mouthpiece with a 1.195mm tip and long facing. A traditional-profile step up from a stock student mouthpiece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Upgrading from the mouthpiece that came with a student clarinet
- Players wanting a moderate tip opening with a longer facing
- Concert band and orchestral playing
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a ligature and cap in the box
- Anyone chasing a very open, wide-tip jazz setup
- Bass or Eb clarinet — 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
Long facing
The curve away from the reed starts further back, so more of the reed vibrates. Generally a warmer, less bright response.
Detail 03
Ebonite body
Hard rubber. Stable and consistent, but it dulls and discolors with UV and hot water over time.
Detail 04
Ligature not included
You need to supply one, and it must fit this mouthpiece's outer diameter and reed table.
Detail 05
Bb clarinet fit
Sized for the Bb barrel socket. It will not seat on bass, Eb, or A-clarinet hardware of different dimensions.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No ligature and no cap — budget for both
- 02Your current reed strength may feel wrong on a new tip and facing
- 03Check your barrel socket fits; cork may need sanding or building up
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it come with a ligature?
No. You supply your own, and it needs to match the mouthpiece's outer profile so the reed seats flat.
02What reed strength should I use with it?
The 1.195mm tip is moderate, so medium strengths are the usual starting point. Try one strength either side to see what blows comfortably.
03Will this fit my clarinet?
It fits standard Bb clarinets. The cork on your instrument's barrel may need light sanding or extra cork grease for a snug fit.
04What does the long facing change?
It lets a greater length of reed vibrate, which typically gives a fuller, less edgy sound and a slightly slower response than a short facing.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Ebonite
3 detailsOther
- Ligature
- Not Included
- Facing
- Long
- Tip
- 119.5
