Vandoren 13 Series Bb Clarinet Mouthpieces

What they say

The difference between ”Profile 88” and Traditional mouthpieces is in the exterior angle of the beak. The "Profile 88" has a longer, shallower angle that the traditional mouthpiece. Therefore, the musician is free to choose the model which suits his purpose in terms of best playing position, easiest sound projection, greatest playing comfort, and the most controllable and precise articulation. All 13 Series mouthpieces use the Profile 88 beak.

Vandoren developed the “13 series” mouthpieces specifically for American clarinetists using A440 pitch. Four models have been originally developed with specific facings to this series: the M13, M13 Lyre, M15 and M30 mouthpieces. The “13 series” range also encompasses other models (traditional facings): 5RV, 5RV Lyre, B45, B40, B40 Lyre and M30 Lyre.

Mouthpieces with shorter facings or larger tip openings are best suited to softer reeds. Longer facings or more closed tip openings are best for harder reeds. See the table below more more details, or contact our in store specialists.

Specs

Model	Tip Opening (mm)	Facing Length	Suggested Reed (Traditional)	Notes
M13	1.005	Long	3.5-4	Rich colourful sound. Very precise response. Meets every demand
5RV Lyre	1.09+	Medium	3 - 4	More open than the 5RV and with a longer facing
B40	1.195	Med-Long	2 - 3	Same facing as the B45 with a wider tip rail, it produces a compact and centered sound
B45	1.195	Med-Long	2.5 - 3.5	The universal mouthpiece. With an intermediate tip opening and a medium-long facing, it is appreciated by most clarinettists.
B40 Lyre	1.175	Long	2 - 3	The perfect blend between a round sound and rich tone colour. Easy blowing, especially in the upper register.