What is the best clarinet for beginners?

Answer by  kiradeleria (465)

The two brands I would suggest are Yamaha YCL-250CA clarinet or the LeBlanc USA 7242 Bb clarinet model. The best clarinets to get are probably plastic or a mixture of wood and plastic because the instruments can handle better against being dropped and also will last better through rough treatment.

Answer by  clarinetist (13)

If this is her first instrument, any relatively cheap student clarinet should be fine. An employee at the local music store can help you find one. Yamaha is the first brand that comes to mind. A cheap instrument with a good mouthpiece will be great for a beginner. If you want a really good instrument, try Buffet.

Answer by  Michiel (83)

Contact a teacher in the neighbourhood for example a music school. Most likely the teacher can provide the best way of choosing an instrument. It is however possible to go to a music shop and get some good advise over there. Most starter instrumens are made of plastics and not very expensive. Mabey rent an instrument is optional.

Answer by  mightyspidey (1080)

There aren't really different kinds of clarinets, but most music teachers recommend that beginners try playing the recorder first. The recorder looks similar to the clarinet, and uses the same methods. There are only three different notes on the recorder so it is really good for learning the basics, and will be a good stepping stone for the clarinet.

Answer by  Thatguy50 (69)

The Buffet B-12, Yamaha 34, and Vito 74XX are popular with beginners. Only purchase used clarinets from a reputable music store with its own repair shop.

Answer by  rxbandit1987 (244)

Some of the most popular include-Hite Premier, Pyne Polycrystal,the Buffet B-12, Vito 74XX, Yamaha 34, and Bundy. Stay away from Chinese imports.

Answer by  Vivallity (16)

Depending on her age, I would give her the advise to practise on a regular flute first. That way she gains the experience and technique for how to blow on a flute.