VSL Studio Special Woodwinds: Clarinet (Eb)

Latecomer Of the standard woodwinds, the clarinet was the last instrument to be integrated into the symphony orchestra. The clarinet in Eb is a sopranino clarinet, and higher pitched than the more commonly used clarinet in Bb. The instrument was recorded in the relatively dry and controlled environment of our second studio, the Silent Stage, and offers all common articulations. Features Clarinet in Eb Recorded at Silent Stage Short and long notes, legato, dynamics, flutter tongue, repetitions Mixer Presets for authentic placement at Synchron Stage Vienna Switch off internal reverb for placement in any virtual acoustic environment Little Sister The Eb clarinet measures only 49 cm (19.3”) and is a fourth higher than the clarinet in Bb. It is not used much in orchestras and marching bands, but it's an importanht player in clarinet choirs. Bright Voice In the orchestra, the Eb clarinet is usually played by only one musician, as it has a bright sound similar to that of the piccolo flut