Leblanc Bliss Professional Bb Clarinet
Overview
The Leblanc Bliss is a professional Bb clarinet that carries forward the legacy of one of the most respected names in French clarinet making, offering a distinctive tonal character that sets it apart from the dominant Buffet and Yamaha professional models. The aged grenadilla wood body produces a warm, dark, and velvety tone with a particular richness in the throat tones and chalumeau register that many clarinetists find captivating. The bore design is unique to Leblanc, producing a slightly different resistance profile and tonal color compared to its competitors, with a characteristic warmth and roundness that blends beautifully in orchestral woodwind sections. The silver-plated keys are precisely machined and adjusted with professional-grade fit and finish, and the action is smooth and responsive. The undercut tone holes contribute to excellent response and intonation accuracy, and the overall playability of the instrument rewards sensitive, musical playing. The instrument is supplied with a professional case and a high-quality barrel. This clarinet is best suited for professional players and advanced students who want a French-voiced professional instrument with a distinctive personality. The Leblanc voicing is a matter of personal preference, and players accustomed to the Buffet R13 sound may need time to adjust to the different tonal character and resistance.
Clarinets
A professional Bb clarinet carrying forward the Leblanc legacy of French clarinet making, with a distinctive warm, dark, velvety tone and unique bore design.
Instrument Details
$5,299
Professional
Brand
Leblanc
Type
Bb Clarinet
Made In
France
Year
2015
