Add Warmth and Body to Your Clarinet Sound
Superb clarinet tone is characterized by warm tonal colors and a deep, powerful core sound. Players can bring out that lush sound with help from the Chedeville Umbra Clarinet Barrel. With its conical bore taper, the Umbra barrel enhances airflow and improves your clarinet’s intonation. It's also made from proprietary “Chedeville rubber,” which offers incredible warmth and superior resonance ideal for clarinet playing. Chedeville rubber is also lightweight compared to exotic blackwoods, giving your clarinet a lighter feel with less resistance. Each Umbra barrel is precision made at the Chedeville factory in Savannah, Georgia, using a combination of CNC technology and hand-finishing techniques. Pick up your Umbra Clarinet Barrel from Sweetwater and bask in its dark, warm tones.
Made from Chedeville rubber
Chedeville products get their beautiful warm sound from the proprietary “Chedeville rubber.” This unique blend of materials is a faithful re-creation of the hard rubber stock used by the company prior to World War II. Through tireless research, study, and testing, this formula offers a lush sound that’s full of rich tonal colors. With the Chedeville rubber barrel, players can meld their sound into any symphonic band or orchestra while also producing the rich, sophisticated tone that soloists crave.
Chedeville mouthpieces: a century of expert craftsmanship
The Chedeville company was founded in Paris, France, by Charles Chedeville, whose family heritage represented a long line of musicians and instrument makers. He eventually started his own company, and by 1924 his products were competing head-to-head with other renowned French mouthpieces. Made from proprietary hard rubber, Chedeville mouthpieces produce uniquely rich tones that delight players and audiences all over. They are often considered the gold standard for sound quality and performance among clarinet and saxophone players. Now under the JodyJazz umbrella, Chedeville carries on its legacy and tradition of crafting superb mouthpieces and related music products. Join the legions of players everywhere — including Sweetwater saxophonists and clarinetists — and experience the power, art, and beauty of Chedeville!
Chedeville Umbra Clarinet Barrel Features:
- Superb-quality clarinet barrel fits most makes and models
- Made from proprietary Chedeville rubber
- Produces a rich tone with warmth, depth, and complexity
- Conical bore design enhances airflow and improves intonation
- Lightweight feel with less resistance
- Precision made in Savannah, GA, using CNC technology for accuracy and consistency
- Hand finished and play tested by expert makers
- Available in multiple lengths to fit player demands
