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Behn Mouthpiece and Barrel

Author: Eric Bromberg
Date: 2020-12-28 00:35

Brad Behn’s exceptional craftsmanship is able to capture the traditional American clarinet sound. I recently purchased a Behn HERO mouthpiece (close facing) and one of his incredible adjustable barrels (metal ring). My mouthpiece has a unique “S-curve” baffle which is available in the new Vintage line of mouthpieces. I believe this element is what makes the mouthpiece appeal to audiences with an older clarinet sound in mind. The unique “S-curve” baffle adds resonance, purity, and depth in the sound with minimal effort.

My mouthpiece also has an incredible response that is even across every register. Articulated sections and large dynamic changes are much easier with my Behn mouthpiece. I can also comfortably play at every dynamic level without having to worry about the sound spreading. My Behn mouthpiece was crafted to allow me to perform at my greatest potential.

The adjustable barrel is equally as impressive. Making precise adjustments to the length of my barrel are seamless and easy. I always know the length of the barrel since there are notches for every 0.5mm. Apart from the fact that the barrel is adjustable, it also projects an extremely pleasing sound. There is a definite core within the sound that is very easy to control and it is accompanied with a very deep, projecting sound. Behn mouthpieces and barrels are made so I can sound my best while playing comfortably.

Personally, I found that a silver Ishimori ligature with a size 3.5-4 Behn Brio reed to be the perfect combination for this set up.
It was very easy to purchase my Behn products although I am a very difficult customer. I was allowed to try everything and make sure I enjoyed it before I made a final purchase. The “customer service department” of this business does a very good job at tailoring to everyone’s needs.

Behn Adjustable Barrel:
https://www.clarinetmouthpiece.com/product-page/evo-bb-a-adjustable-barrel-special-pre-sale?fbclid=IwAR1IdoObMRYk8488cGXob1QwIuGK2oEXl93CoxN5tJOM8O7r-sE-FyHFuak

Post Edited (2020-12-30 19:26)

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