{"product_id":"selmer-privilege-a-l-ut-22-cles-17446","title":"LOW C PRIVILEGE BASS CLARINET","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAn Iconic Selmer Bass Clarinet, Designed in the Great French Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured in France for over a century, Henri SELMER Paris clarinets reflect workshop craftsmanship and recognized musical excellence. The \u003cstrong\u003ePrivilège\u003c\/strong\u003e bass clarinet continues this legacy: a model designed to offer exceptional acoustics, modern ergonomics, and playing stability that meets the demands of today's musicians, both on stage and in orchestras.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFor Which Musicians and Styles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Privilège is a bass clarinet intended for \u003cstrong\u003eadvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional\u003c\/strong\u003e musicians, as well as conservatory players seeking a reference instrument. 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The \u003cstrong\u003esilver-plated brass bell\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a clear response and solid projection, while the \u003cstrong\u003eleather pads\u003c\/strong\u003e equipped with \u003cstrong\u003emetal resonators\u003c\/strong\u003e enhance grip, attack precision, and articulation clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eRecommended Compatible Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bass clarinet comes with a \u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Focus mouthpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003eligature\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003emouthpiece cap\u003c\/strong\u003e. The most relevant daily complement is a \u003cstrong\u003eset of bass clarinet reeds\u003c\/strong\u003e suited to your usual strength, as well as a dedicated \u003cstrong\u003ebass clarinet swab\u003c\/strong\u003e for regular maintenance (in addition to the supplied kit). 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