Detail 01
Ebonite (hard rubber) body
Warmer, less bright than crystal or plastic. Softens with heat and UV, so keep it out of a hot car.
Product detailSKU #1274228081343
VandorenB45 Series Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece 13 Series - B45
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-long facing ebonite Bb clarinet mouthpiece with a moderate tip opening. A standard step up for students and intermediate players moving off a stock mouthpiece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students replacing the mouthpiece that came with a rental clarinet
- Concert band players wanting a rounder, more centered tone
- Players who want a medium-resistance setup that works with standard reeds
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a very open tip for loud jazz playing
- Anyone needing a complete setup — no ligature or cap here
- Eb, 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-long facing
The reed leaves the rail farther back, so response is even across registers and articulation stays clean.
Detail 03
Moderate tip opening
Balanced resistance. You can push volume without the reed closing up, and soft entrances stay reliable.
Detail 04
13 Series
Cut to play at A=440 pitch rather than the higher European standard, so it matches US band and orchestra tuning.
Detail 05
No ligature included
You need a ligature and cap separately. Most standard Bb clarinet ligatures fit an ebonite blank like this.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ligature and cap are not included — budget for both
- 02Reed strength usually needs adjusting when you change mouthpieces; expect trial and error
- 03Check your cork fit — a dry or swollen cork makes assembly tight or loose
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. You'll need a ligature and a cap, which most standard Bb clarinet ligatures will provide.
02What reed strength should I use with the B45?
The moderate tip opening pairs with mid-range reeds. If you're on a stock mouthpiece now, start near your current strength and adjust from there.
03Will this fit my clarinet?
It fits standard Bb clarinets with a normal barrel and cork-wrapped tenon. It is not for Eb, A, or bass clarinet.
04Is this an upgrade over a stock student mouthpiece?
Yes. Ebonite and a medium-long facing give more even response and a rounder tone than the molded plastic mouthpieces bundled with student horns.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsBody & build
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebonite Tip Opening: 119.5 mm
- Material
- Ebonite
- Color
- B45
3 detailsOther
- Tip Opening
- 119.5 mm
- Ligature
- Not Included
- Facing
- Medium Long
