{"product_id":"selmer-paris-recital-bb-clarinet","title":"Selmer Paris Recital Bb Clarinet","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Recital Bb Clarinet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Selmer Paris Recital stands among the most distinctive instruments in the professional clarinet world. Built with a bore that is two millimeters wider in diameter than standard models, the Recital was engineered for players who want more a dark and robust sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound and Response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Recital's widened bore and thicker wood walls work together to produce a warm, dark tonal core with exceptional projection. Tapered undercut tone holes keep intonation consistent across registers, while a free-blowing response gives players fine control over dynamics without added resistance. The result is a sound that carries in both solo and large ensemble settings without losing its focus or richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe body, barrel, and bell are crafted from specially selected grenadilla wood, seasoned for stability and tonal consistency. The instrument features silver-plated keywork across 18 keys and 6 rings on a standard Boehm system, with leather pads and blue steel needle springs for quick, reliable action. Metal tenon sockets add durability at the joints, and an adjustable thumb rest lets players fine-tune hand position for extended playing comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Evolution Difference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Evolution Series brings an element of reliability and stability that has never before been seen in the professional clarinet world. A BPA-free resin is integrated into the upper joint, delivering four key advantages: greater stability in dimensional variation so the bore does not move or change; a waterproof construction that eliminates cracking; better thermal conductivity so the instrument heats up and reaches pitch more quickly; and smoother response across all registers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eScientific studies and blind acoustic tests confirmed no notable difference in sound between traditional clarinets and Evolution system clarinets — all the reliability of modern engineering, none of the tonal compromise. Each Evolution upper joint is identified with a small star (★) near the serial number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features at a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBoehm system, 18 keys \/ 6 rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e14.35mm bore for enhanced projection and tonal breadth\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGrenadilla wood body, naturally treated and water-repellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLeft-hand Eb lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSilver tenon sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLeather pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTwo barrels included: 62.5mm \u0026amp; 64.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePitched at A = 442 Hz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Selmer Paris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49756984475890,"sku":"B1610REV","price":6819.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/1941\/4002\/files\/selmer-recital-bb-1.png?v=1783184467","url":"https:\/\/www.nyc-woodwinds.com\/products\/selmer-paris-recital-bb-clarinet","provider":"New York City Woodwinds, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}