Detail 01
M30 facing
A specific tip opening and lay. Determines how much resistance you feel and which reed strength pairs well.
Product detailSKU #1274228080966
VandorenM30 Series Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece M30 - Profile 88
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Bb clarinet mouthpiece in the M30 facing with the Profile 88 beak. For players upgrading past a stock student mouthpiece.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing the plastic mouthpiece that came with a student clarinet
- Players wanting a slimmer beak angle under the top teeth
- Anyone rebuilding their setup around a consistent, repeatable facing
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bass clarinet players — this is Bb soprano clarinet only
- Players committed to the standard beak profile they already know
- Someone needing a full setup on a tight budget
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
Profile 88
The beak is cut at a shallower angle than the traditional profile, so it feels slimmer against the top teeth.
Detail 03
Bb clarinet
Fits standard Bb soprano clarinets. Not interchangeable with bass, alto, or Eb clarinet mouthpieces.
Detail 04
Mouthpiece only
Your existing barrel and ligature need to fit it. Reed strength may need rethinking too.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No reed, ligature, or cap included — budget for those separately
- 02Reed strength that worked on your old mouthpiece may not suit this facing
- 03Profile 88 and the standard profile feel different; the change is noticeable
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between Profile 88 and the standard profile?
Only the beak angle. Profile 88 uses a shallower cut, giving a slimmer feel under the top teeth. The facing and tip opening are the same M30.
02Will my current ligature fit?
Most standard Bb clarinet ligatures fit, but ligatures are sized to mouthpiece body dimensions. Check yours seats and tightens evenly before relying on it.
03What reed strength should I use with the M30?
Start near where you are now and adjust. A different tip opening changes the resistance, so you may end up a half step softer or harder.
04Is this a step up from a student mouthpiece?
Yes. Stock mouthpieces included with student clarinets use loose tolerances. A defined facing like the M30 gives more consistent response and intonation.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Profile 88
