Detail 01
A442 stamp
Cut to play at A=442 Hz, the pitch standard common in European and many orchestral settings, slightly sharp of A=440.
Product detailSKU #1274228080844
VandorenM15 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Traditional - M15 (A442)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A hard rubber Bb clarinet mouthpiece from Vandoren's Traditional line, stamped A442. For players ready to move past a stock student mouthpiece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students stepping up from the mouthpiece bundled with a rental
- Ensembles that tune to A=442 rather than A=440
- Players wanting a centered classical tone over a jazz edge
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still forming an embouchure and air support
- Players who need a wide-open tip for loud jazz work
- Anyone playing an A, bass, or Eb clarinet
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
M15 facing
A close tip opening. Blows with more resistance, which stabilizes tone and intonation but demands steadier air.
Detail 03
Traditional series
The standard beak profile, so it feels familiar under the top teeth if you've only played stock mouthpieces.
Detail 04
Bb clarinet bore
Fits a standard Bb soprano clarinet barrel only. It will not seat on A, Eb, or bass clarinet.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No ligature, cap, or reeds included — you supply all three
- 02Close tip openings pair best with harder reeds; expect to re-test your strength
- 03If your group tunes to A=440, look for the A440 version instead
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does A442 actually mean for me?
It's built to center at A=442 Hz. If your ensemble tunes there, you'll pull the barrel less. At A=440 you'll be pulling out further to stay in tune.
02Does it come with a ligature?
No. The mouthpiece ships on its own. You'll need a ligature and cap, and your existing ones may or may not fit the beak.
03What reed strength should I use with the M15?
The close facing generally wants a firmer reed than a stock mouthpiece does. Buy one box a half-strength up from your current reed and compare before committing.
04Will this fit my bass clarinet?
No. This is cut for Bb soprano clarinet. Bass, alto, Eb, and A clarinets all take different mouthpieces.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- M15 (A442)
