Kilauea Bass Clarinet Mouthpiece
Kilauea Bass Clarinet Mouthpiece
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The Kīlauea (kee·lau·ay·uh) bass clarinet mouthpiece was created during the time we were stationed in Honolulu, Hawai'i, directly inspired by watching the magnificient Kīlauea Volcano erupt on the Island of Hawai'i (or Big Island).
Based on the same large A-frame chamber design as my original Custom mouthpiece, providing the unique balance of tonal flexibility and large dynamic ability, the beautifully lava-inspired marbled rubber along with a unique interior polishing technique gives the mouthpiece one extra layer of "zing" and "cut".
Each mouthpiece is CNC-milled from solid German rod rubber and extensively hand-finished for a refined look, feel, and sound. The O-rings provide a perfect seal and a longer-lasting, cheaper alternative to cork. Grease is still recommended for use with the O rings on first application if it is initially tight, as the O-rings do need to "seat" into their grooves when new.
Facings:
C1 - Medium Closed, Medium Long (3.0+ - 4.0 reeds recommended)
C2 - Medium, Medium Long (3.0 - 3.5+ reeds recommended)
C3 - Open, Long (2.5 - 3.0 reeds recommended)
*While we occassionally have stock, these mouthpieces are made to order with a 2 - 3 week estimated wait time to delivery. If you're interested in tryin one, reach out and we can direct you to a dealer who may have them in stock immediately*
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