Small Bore:
This option is crafted with our BEHN traditional taper and offers classic acoustics (inspired by the golden era 1960s clarinets we love) however the bore is reduced in overall size for improved power, core, and depth. The standard vent hole is essential in balancing the acoustics and intonation of our unique small bore concept.
Small Bore is a great option for players on older instruments as it helps make them play like new again. The slight and beneficial increase in resistance adds core, crisp solid response, and depth. Both bell options work great on many instruments, but for players using R13, Tradition, Festival, RC, Prestige R13, Yamaha, Backun, Ridenour, Uebel, and some Selmer clarinets, looking to add focus, core and carrying power to their sound this is your option. It'll bring in some focus, and remove some spread!
Large Bore:
While this bell isn't actually large as compared to the industry, it is made with a special resonance ridge feature which then opens up into a larger cavity just beneath. This large/small bore balance produces amazing evenness over the break, fluidity, and a warm smooth sonority throughout all registers. It is very responsive, free, and flexible, but still keeps your sound in proper check - it isn't spread sounding like other bells on the market. It focuses your sound while allowing for your artistic inputs to manifest freely. Both bell options work great on many instruments, but for players who like a bit more freedom - LARGE is your choice. Note: It warks great on Tosca, and other flagship modern options by Buffet, Backun, Yamaha and others. This option serves the modern direction of most makers, but continues in our acoustic concept of focus, core, and resonance.
Summation:
Both bores are small but one is larger than the other. For added flexibility, freedom and warmth, go with the LARGE bore, and for added core, power, and to bring an older instrument into new-like crisp handling resonance, go with the SMALL bore.
