The World's Most Popular Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece
- Universally acclaimed design suits classical, jazz, and all-around playing at every level
- Medium-long facing with 119.5 tip opening delivers exceptional flexibility and tonal control
- Premium ebonite construction produces a clear, centered, and resonant sound
- Extremely free-blowing and reed-friendly — a top choice for saxophonists doubling on clarinet
Vandoren Quality Since 1905
Since 1905, Vandoren Paris has been handcrafting mouthpieces and reeds trusted by professional musicians and music educators around the world. The B45 Bb clarinet mouthpiece is the crowning achievement of that century-long legacy — consistently ranked as the world's most popular clarinet mouthpiece and recommended by more educators than any other model. Every B45 is precision-crafted from high-quality ebonite, producing a tone that is rich, even across all registers, and remarkably responsive. Whether you're a student stepping up to a professional-quality mouthpiece or an experienced player seeking a versatile everyday performer, the B45 delivers the consistency and reliability that Vandoren is famous for worldwide.
A Truly Universal Sound
The Vandoren B45 is built around a medium-long facing with an intermediate tip opening of 119.5 — a carefully balanced combination that produces a large, round, and versatile sound with exceptional flexibility. The B45 is extraordinarily free-blowing and reed-friendly, making it a go-to choice for players across all styles, from orchestral and chamber music to jazz and commercial performance. It is particularly recommended for saxophonists who double on clarinet, as its forgiving, responsive design makes the transition between instruments feel natural and effortless. The B45's clear, articulate tone accentuates the natural voice of your instrument, giving you both power and nuance on demand.
Specifications
- Model: Vandoren B45 (CM308)
- Instrument: Bb Clarinet
- Material: Ebonite
- Facing: Medium Long
- Tip Opening: 119.5 (1.19mm)
- Beak Style: Traditional
- Includes: Mouthpiece only
