How to Determine the Type (Key) of a Clarinet

By the Length of it

As measured from Barrel (mouthpiece removed)

To the Bottom of the Bell

Regular Boehm

 

Eb Soprano =

C Soprano = 20 ½”

Bb Soprano = 23 ¼”

A Soprano = 25 ¾”

        Selmer Depose Key of A = 23 ¾”

Eb Alto =

Bb Bass =

Eb Contra-Alto =

Bb Contra-Bass =

 

Full Boehm

 

Albert

 

Bb Soprano = 23 ½”