Vandoren MOUTHPIECE - M30 PROFILE 88 - CM3188
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Essential Information About the Vandoren M30 Profile 88 Mouthpiece
Essential Information About the Vandoren M30 Profile 88 Mouthpiece
- "Profile 88" Comfort : thinner chin rest for a more natural position and a more relaxed embouchure.
- Ease of Sound Production : easier attack, cleaner articulation, and better control feel.
- Balanced Tone : an excellent compromise between timbre, roundness, and stability.
- Quality Ebonite : reference material for a pleasant touch and consistent response.
Manufacturer Information
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The M30 in the Vandoren Universe: A Modern Reference for Classical Clarinetists
Vandoren is one of the most recognized French brands in the clarinet world, notably due to the consistent manufacturing of its reeds and the seriousness of its product development. The M30 fits within this philosophy: offering a mouthpiece that is reliable, homogeneous, and musical, designed to meet the demands of classical playing. The Profile 88 variation provides a comfort adjustment without changing the model's sonic identity: the difference lies in the angle of the chin rest, allowing each player to find the most natural sensation in the mouth.
Intended Use and Player Level
The Vandoren M30 Profile 88 for Bb Clarinet is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced clarinetists seeking stable sound production, precise articulation, and a balanced tone. Its classical orientation makes it an excellent choice for orchestral repertoire, chamber music, conservatory settings, and all situations where intonation and register homogeneity are paramount. It is also suitable for players sensitive to embouchure comfort, especially if they desire a more comfortable instrument position thanks to the Profile 88 design.
Tone and Design
The M30 is distinguished by a long facing that promotes a sensation of flexibility and a progressive response, with a tone described as well balanced between timbre and roundness. The 1.15 mm tip opening contributes to controllable sound production and appreciable stability in both the middle and upper registers, while also aiding in achieving easier and more precise articulation. Regarding material, ebonite (natural rubber base) remains a standard in mouthpiece making: it provides a comfortable touch, good vibration consistency, and a sense of sonic density, while the finish emphasizes a largely polished exterior surface, with the facing left intentionally raw to preserve the reed's precise contact.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
This mouthpiece is sold without ligature or mouthpiece cap : be sure to provide a ligature and mouthpiece cap suitable for a Bb clarinet mouthpiece (compatibility depends on the exact model and ligature dimensions, so it is recommended to verify before purchase).
Technical specifications
| Category | Bb clarinet | Style | classic |
| Material | Hard rubber | Color | Black |
| Opening | 1,15 mm | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nickel | No | Recommended V12 reed strength | 3.5 to 4 |
| Top length | long | Recommended 56 RUE LEPIC reed strength | 3.5 to 4 |
| Ligature and mouthpiece cover | not supplied | Recommended V21 reed strength | 3.5 to 4 |
| Recommended Traditional reed strength | 3 to 4 | ||
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
This clarinet mouthpiece received mostly positive feedback. Customers praised the "very good mouthpiece" and highlighted fast delivery. One customer noted damaged packaging upon arrival. The product appears well-suited for Bb clarinet players seeking reliable performance, though packaging quality needs attention.
Review highlights
- âVery good mouthpiece! Received quickly!â
- âFast shippingâ
- âIn a word: Great, speed as expected.â
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In a word: Great, speed at the rendezvous. This is not always the case for my purchases on the internet. A big thank you and I will not hesitate to order again from you for anything related to music.
That's right it's not a big order, just a mouthpiece for my clarinet that I'm going to try right away, but if the sound is not there it won't come from home, or even from the clarinet but from the clarinet but from the clarinetist for sure!!
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In a word: Great, speed at the rendezvous. This is not always the case for my purchases on the internet. A big thank you and I will not hesitate to order again from you for anything related to music.
That's right it's not a big order, just a mouthpiece for my clarinet that I'm going to try right away, but if the sound is not there it won't come from home, or even from the clarinet but from the clarinet but from the clarinetist for sure!!
Thanks again.Automatically translated
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very good mouthpiece! Received quickly!
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fast shipping
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The packaging was open.
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Vandoren M30 Profile 88 CM3188 compatible with a Bb clarinet?
This mouthpiece is designed for the Bb clarinet and is intended for classical playing. Its ebonite construction and 1.15 mm tip opening aim for a controllable sound production.
What is the difference of the Profile 88 design?
The Profile 88 variation features a different bite angle, designed to change the mouthfeel without altering the M30's sound identity.
Which reed strengths should be chosen with an M30 Profile 88?
With Vandoren Traditional reeds, recommended strengths range from 3 to 4. V12, V21, and 56 Rue Lepic reeds are recommended in strengths 3.5 to 4. These recommendations correspond to the mouthpiece's long facing.
What tone does the M30 offer with its 1.15 mm tip opening?
The 1.15 mm opening favors stable sound production and precise articulation. The long facing provides a gradual response, balancing timbre and roundness.
Is the mouthpiece supplied with a ligature and cap?
No ligature or cap is included with this mouthpiece. A ligature and cap suitable for a Bb clarinet mouthpiece size should be provided separately.
