The Yamaha YCL-221II student bass clarinet offers a unique quality construction as well as warm tone and easy playability- a great choice for the player on a budget. The matte finish gives the clarinet a much better appearance, while the ABS resin body makes the clarinet more lightweight and very durable while giving it a warmer sound and an excellent response. The rounded key prevents key damage and eliminates the need to hold the keys when putting the instrument together.