Vandoren 5RV Lyre Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece vs Vandoren 13 Series M30 Lyre Profile 88 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece
Overall winner: Vandoren 13 Series M30 Lyre Profile 88 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece
Key Differences
Product A (Vandoren 13 Series M30 Profile 88) is positioned as a sturdier option for intermediate players with a specified tip opening and slightly higher listed price; Product B (Vandoren 5RV Lyre) emphasizes a richer, fuller tone and may require adaptation for new players. Choose A if you want a more robust, intermediate-focused mouthpiece with a known tip opening; choose B if you prioritize a warm, full Bb clarinet sound and slightly lower listed price tier
Vandoren 5RV Lyre Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece
A Vandoren Lyre-series Bb clarinet mouthpiece with a longer facing for a richer tone. Customers report improved sound quality and ease of blowing across skill levels
Pros
- richer and fuller tone
- good sound quality
- eases blowing
- versatile for beginner to professional
Cons
- may require adaptation for new players
- specific to Bb clarinet
Vandoren 13 Series M30 Lyre Profile 88 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece
Clarinet mouthpiece with long facing and Profile 88 beak for 440 Hz. Noted for improved tonal quality and ease of play, with sturdiness for intermediate players
Pros
- improved tonal quality
- ease of play
- sturdiness for intermediate players
- works with Vandoren reeds #3-#4
Cons
- tip opening 113.5 (1/100mm) noted as specification only
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Vandoren |
| Durability | Vandoren |
| Versatility | Vandoren |
| User Reviews | Vandoren |