Vandoren - CM1004 Black Diamond BD4

The Vandoren CM1004 Black Diamond BD4 is designed for clarinettists who are looking for a mouthpiece that is both expressive and pleasant to play every day. From the very first notes, the sound is very fluid and the articulation natural, making it particularly comfortable to play, even in the most delicate passages. The sound is round, dense and rich in nuance, with a strong presence throughout the Bb clarinet's range, including the upper register.

This model is part of the Black Diamond series, recognisable by its reworked interior and exterior design. This architecture helps to give more depth and colour to the tone, while maintaining a rapid response under the fingers. With an aperture of 1.155 mm and a medium-length top, the BD4 offers an appreciable balance for the classical repertoire, where precision and stability count for a lot.

Like all top-of-the-range Vandoren mouthpieces, it is made from ebonite, a material derived from vulcanised natural rubber. Its outer surface is carefully polished for an elegant finish, while the top is left unfinished to ensure perfect precision in the reed. A mouthpiece designed to accompany the musician gently and musically.