Yamaha YCL-400AD Advantage Intermediate Wood Clarinet (Made in Japan / Grenadilla Wood / Includes Original Case & Reeds)

The Yamaha YCL-400AD Advantage is an intermediate Bb clarinet crafted in Japan from aged Grenadilla wood. Designed for advancing players, it features a traditional Boehm 17-key, 6-ring design and silver-plated keywork for balanced tone, reliable intonation, and responsive key action.

Specifications & Technical Setup

Model: YCL-400AD Advantage.
Origin: Made in Japan.
Key: Bb.
System: Boehm (17 keys, 6 rings).
Body Material: Grenadilla wood.
Keywork: Silver-plated nickel silver.
Barrel Length: 65 mm.
Thumb Rest: Adjustable with strap ring.
Included Accessories: Original Yamaha fitted hardshell case, tube of cork grease, and two new reeds.

Condition Note

The clarinet is in good overall cosmetic condition with light, normal surface wear from routine use. The Grenadilla wood body is solid and intact, showing no body cracks, pinned repairs, or wood splits.

Pads, Corks & Operational Status: The keywork moves smoothly and springs rebound properly. Pads appear mostly original, with a couple of newer replacement pads installed. One tenon cork shows some physical damage, but the tenon joint still seats and seals adequately. While the instrument appears to be in good playable condition, it may require routine bench adjustment or pad work to reach optimal playing performance. The instrument is being sold strictly as-is.

Complete with its original Yamaha hard case, cork grease, and two new reeds, this Japanese-made Yamaha YCL-400AD wood clarinet offers solid construction and great intermediate-level performance potential.