Yamaha YCL-SE Artist Model (Key of A)

The most refined Yamaha technology and craftsmanship have been applied in creating a flagship clarinet that answers the needs of top artists worldwide: the YCL-SE Artist Model. Retaining the fundamental SE Series concept of warm, richly expressive tone, critical elements such as the bell and tone holes have been redesigned with innovative features garnered from development of the CSGIII for a sublime combination of precise pitch and expressive freedom.

Specs

Control Interface

Design/Architecture Detail

Material

Voices

Accessories

A pink gold plated initial plate engraved with an “A” standing for “Artist Model” adds a distinctive touch to this fine instrument.

Mechanism for Enhanced Playability

To allow artists to concentrate more fully on the performance, a refined mechanism enhances playability for compositions that demand difficult fingerings or pitches.

A: Original Yamaha Low Register Compensation System

An original Yamaha low register compensation system effectively solves the problem of low F and E pitch in the low register. Furthermore, no keys extend below the lower joint leaving the bell clean and streamlined.

B: Left-hand Eb Lever Included

Equipped with a highly-reliable Eb lever as standard, together with a newly implemented lifting-up key system for smoother key action.

C: Left-hand F/C Key Linkage

An adjustment screw added to the left-hand F/C key linkage mechanism makes it possible to achieve smooth operation for every player.

Pink Gold Plating

The key posts, joint rings and thumb tubes are plated in elegant pink gold. This not only enhances appearance, but adds to the instrument’s delicate tonality as well.

Bell and Barrel

New bell and barrel designs contribute to heightened resonance. Optimized resistance and breath flow help to produce a denser tone.

Tone Holes

Raised tone holes are used for the D/A notes, providing better projection as well as improved tonal quality.

Case and Case Cover

 

 

 

 

A dedicated case and case cover provide maximum protection and portability.

We offer a 7 day approval period as of the day you receive your purchase.

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TECH-ASSURE™
Certified Musical Instrument Technician Setup.

Ozwinds TECH-ASSURE™ is a unique service that prepares your new musical instrument for sale.
Our certified technicians put the instrument through a comprehensive testing and adjustment process to ensure that it is ready to play with optimal performance from the moment you receive it.

Every new instrument setup with our TECH-ASSURE™ process which goes through a rigorous checklist so you can be assured that you are getting the best out of your new instrument.

We know the absolute importance of our TECH-ASSURE™ professional instrument setup to get your instrument playing at its peak, so don’t settle for anything less.

Our 13-Point Professional Set-up includes.

1. All transit packing and corks from the manufacturer are removed.
   
2. Thorough visual check for any wood or plating defects.
   
3. All pads checked for quality.
   
4. Test all pad seatings & key adjustments using a feeler gauge.
   
5. All key corks and felts checked, adjusted to set vent heights.
   
6. Regulate and adjust keywork as required.
   
7. All spring tensions checked and adjusted to create a balanced feel across the instrument.
   
8. Test final pad seal with a Magnehelic air pressure test.
   
9. Check joint tenons for correct fit and adjust.
   
10. Tenon corks checked for cork quality and greased.
    
11. Play test from top to bottom.
    
12. Case inspected for quality, instrument fit and accessories.
    
13. Instrument cleaned and carefully repacked.