Vandoren CM3178 M15 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Overview

The Vandoren CM3178 M15 is a Bb clarinet mouthpiece made from ebonite and designed to deliver easy articulation with a colorful, clear, and articulate tonal response. Built on Vandoren’s long-standing clarinet mouthpiece expertise dating back to 1905, the M15 pairs a long facing with Vandoren’s Profile 88 beak for a distinct feel and controlled response that many educators and working clarinetists prefer for consistent playability.

Vandoren CM3178 M15 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Specifications

• Instrument: Bb Clarinet mouthpiece
• Material: Black ebonite (hard rubber)
• Tip opening: 103.5 microns
• Facing length: Long
• Beak: Profile 88 (steeper exterior break angle than traditional beaks)

Condition & Setup

Brand new in the original manufacturer’s packaging. 

Who the M15 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Is For

The M15 Bb clarinet mouthpiece is an ebonite clarinet mouthpiece designed for players who want clear articulation and a colorful, defined tone with a stable, controlled response. It is a strong fit for advancing students, university players, educators, and professional clarinetists who need a reliable mouthpiece profile that supports clean starts, consistent voicing, and a direct tonal core.

What distinguishes this model is its long facing paired with Vandoren’s Profile 88 beak, which has a steeper exterior break angle than traditional designs and can feel different under the embouchure. The result is a mouthpiece that supports precise articulation and clarity while letting the instrument’s natural character speak.

Common Questions About the Vandoren CM3178 M15

What does “Profile 88” mean on a Vandoren clarinet mouthpiece?

Profile 88 refers to Vandoren’s beak design with a steeper exterior break angle than traditional beaks, which changes the feel under the embouchure without changing the mouthpiece’s role as a standard Bb clarinet mouthpiece.

Is the Vandoren M15 CM3178 suitable for professional use?

Yes. The Vandoren M15 is widely used by serious players, including educators and professionals, and is designed to provide controlled response, clear articulation, and a colorful tonal palette.

What are the key measurements for the Vandoren M15?

The Vandoren M15 CM3178 has a 103.5 micron tip opening and a long facing length, a combination chosen to support articulate response and tonal control.