This 5-key clarinet in D, draws inspiration from the craftsmanship of J.H. Ebble White, a London-based maker.

Keys include, a speaker key, A key, E key, F# key and an Ab key.

The D clarinet was played in La Borde’s opera Gilles garçon peintre, z’amoureux-t-et-rival (1758); Johann Christian Bach, Orione (1763) and Amadis des Gaules (1779); Grétry’s Le Huron (1768), L’amitié à l’épreuve (1770), Céphale et Procris (1775); and Floquet’s L ’union de l’amour et des arts (1774).

Richard Strauss wrote about the D clarinet in his revision of Berlioz’ treatise: "Unfortunately it is even today usually replaced by the clarinet in Eb, in spite of the important role given to it in Liszt’s 'Mazeppa' and Wagner’s “Ride of the Valkyries”. I have used it for roguish and droll humor in my 'Till Eulenspiegel".

• Pitch: 440
• Crafted from Indian Cocobolo wood
• Wood ends are protected by imitation Ivory rings.
• The keys are casted from brass, steel springs with leather pads.
• Equipped with two barrels.
• It is designed to be used with a standard Bb clarinet mouthpiece. The barrel receiver is tailored for modern Bb mouthpieces, including the Vandoren B45.
• Additionally, accessories such as a plush lined protective case, extra set of pads, cleaning cloth, and a carrying strap are provided.