Detail 01
Hard rubber
Denser and warmer-sounding than molded plastic, and easier on the teeth than metal. Standard material for classical clarinet.
Product detailSKU #1274228080980
VandorenEb Clarinet Mouthpiece Series 5RV
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hard rubber Eb clarinet mouthpiece in Vandoren's 5RV facing. A step up from the stock mouthpiece on a student Eb.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Eb clarinet doublers wanting a consistent, familiar facing
- Students moving off a stock plastic mouthpiece
- Orchestral players who need Eb to project without shrillness
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bb or bass clarinet players — this is Eb only
- Anyone wanting a very open facing for jazz volume
- Players happy with their current setup — mouthpiece changes take adjustment
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
5RV facing
A medium-close tip with a fairly short facing. Easy response and good control; less volume ceiling than open facings.
Detail 03
Eb clarinet
Sized for the small soprano Eb. Will not fit a Bb, A, alto, or bass clarinet.
Detail 04
Vandoren Series
Facings are consistent between units, so a replacement years from now plays close to this one.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only — no ligature, cap, or reeds included
- 02Reed strength usually needs rethinking after a mouthpiece change
- 03Hard rubber discolors in sunlight and heat; keep it capped and out of a hot car
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What reed strength works with a 5RV?
The medium-close facing pairs with medium to slightly harder reeds. Start where you are now, then adjust up or down by half a step.
02Will my current ligature fit?
Eb mouthpieces are smaller than Bb. A Bb ligature will be too loose — you need one made for Eb clarinet.
03Is this an upgrade over a stock student mouthpiece?
Yes. Hard rubber and a consistent, measured facing give more even response across the range than a molded plastic mouthpiece.
04Does it fit Eb clarinets from any brand?
Eb clarinet barrels are standardized enough that it fits typical Eb instruments. Cork fit on your barrel may need slight adjustment.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Material
- Hard Rubber
1 detailsOther
- Facing
- See Above
