Inverted cone bore design: Improves modal ratios and tonal coloration for a richer sound
Aged African blackwood construction: Provides superior resonance and warmth
No ring design: Enhances tonal focus and response
Optimized for Fobes mouthpieces: Ensures perfect compatibility and performance
Slightly lowered left hand upper register pitch: Offers a unique tonal experience
Summarized by Shop
The barrel joint is an extremely important aspect of the overall acoustical design of the clarinet. It has a profund affect on modal ratios (pitch) and tonal coloration. We can think of the barrel as the "interface" between clarinet and mouthpiece.
Barrel design was dramatically improved with the innovation by Hans Moennig of the inverted