The perfect balance between a dark, rich, yet compact sound.
Bernard Van Doren crafted the first BD5 by hand in the 1970s and forty years later, armed with cutting edge technology, Vandoren is able to precisely re-create that same exceptional mouthpiece each and every time. The Black Diamond family continues to expand and provides the clarinetist with a dark, yet colorful sound.
BD5 Standard Pitch (A=442)
Tip Opening- 113 (1/100mm)
Medium Facing
“The BD5 is a mouthpiece with a remarkable blend of coveted qualities. It combines a beautiful balance of depth and clarity with powerful projection and with immediate response.” – Jon Manasse, Performing Artist
