Detail 01
M30 Lyre facing
A specific tip opening and facing length. It sets how much air the reed needs and how the mouthpiece responds.
Product detailSKU #1290447863863
VandorenM30 Lyre Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece M30 Lyre - Traditional
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Bb clarinet mouthpiece with Vandoren's M30 Lyre facing in the Traditional profile. An upgrade step for players outgrowing a stock mouthpiece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students replacing the mouthpiece that came with their clarinet
- Players wanting more control than a factory mouthpiece gives
- Clarinetists building a consistent classical setup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bass or Eb clarinet players — this is Bb only
- Players happy with their current mouthpiece and facing
- Anyone needing a complete setup; this is the mouthpiece alone
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
Traditional profile
The standard Vandoren beak and chamber shape rather than a Profile 88. Affects how the mouthpiece sits under your top teeth.
Detail 03
Bb clarinet fit
Sized for the standard soprano Bb clarinet barrel. Will not fit bass, alto or Eb instruments.
Detail 04
Mouthpiece only
Changing mouthpieces usually means revisiting reed strength. The facing and your reed have to work together.
Detail 05
Mid-range price point
A step above factory mouthpieces without going to hand-finished custom work. A common first upgrade.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No ligature, cap or reeds included — you will likely need your own
- 02Expect to re-test reed strengths; your current reeds may feel different
- 03Give a new mouthpiece a few weeks before judging it
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my clarinet?
It fits standard Bb soprano clarinets. Corks vary slightly between instruments, so a light sanding or extra cork grease may be needed.
02What is the difference between Traditional and Profile 88?
They are two different beak profiles. Traditional is the standard Vandoren shape; Profile 88 has a different angle where it meets your top teeth.
03Does it come with a ligature?
No. This is the mouthpiece by itself. You will need a ligature and cap, and reeds separately.
04Do I need to change reed strength with a new mouthpiece?
Often yes. Every facing pairs differently with reed strength. Keep a few strengths on hand and test rather than assuming your usual number carries over.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Traditional
