Unused Deadstock YAMAHA Clarinet YCL-351 Wooden Grenadilla

【Unused, Deadstock】Yamaha Clarinet YCL-351 Wooden (Grenadilla)

Purchased new from a musical instrument store and kept carefully stored in a dark place without ever being used.
This Yamaha (YAMAHA) clarinet YCL-351 is a B♭ model in the intermediate/entry-level class, manufactured and sold in the 1980s.
It is equivalent in grade to the current YCL-450 model (manufacturer's suggested retail price: around ¥170,000). It is widely recommended for beginners and students participating in school club activities.
○Main Features and Specifications
Manufacturing Period: Approximately 1984-1988.
Material: The body is made of natural grenadilla wood. The wood from this era is highly regarded for its quality, with many instruments producing a rich, centered tone even after many years.
Finish: The keys are made of nickel silver with nickel plating.
Tone Characteristics: Features the warmth unique to wooden instruments, which resin models lack, and the solid, stable playing feel characteristic of Yamaha.
This model uses high-quality grenadilla wood from the 1980s and is said to have a more robust body and better resonance than current models.
: Although unused, the surface of the pads may have changed due to age. No deterioration is visible upon inspection.
→ No cracks or discoloration are observed on the pads. However, please understand that this item has been stored for a long time.
As it has not been adjusted, we recommend having it inspected and adjusted at a musical instrument store before playing professionally.
Included Accessories: Comes with a case, mouthpiece, cap, and instruction manual.

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