Vandoren BD5 HD Black Diamond High Density

Vandoren BD5 HD Black Diamond High Density

The BD5 HD is Vandoren's new mouthpiece with good projection and a large, round, and beautiful clarinet sound.

The Black Diamond BD5 HD is the first mouthpiece made from Vandoren's new HD ebonite, which has a higher density than the ebonite they usually use. The mouthpiece weighs a full 20 grams more than a regular BD5, so most people feel the difference in the material. Because the mouthpiece feels heavier than a regular ebonite mouthpiece it invites a well-supported playing style.

The design of the chamber and baffle have been tweaked compared to the BD5. The Black Diamond BD5 HD has a nice finish compared to Vandoren's other mouthpieces. The surface appears more even and smooth with fewer post-production marks.

What is High-Density Ebonite?

HD ebonite is a high-density ebonite of musical quality produced exclusively for Vandoren. 

Its physical properties reinforce the natural acoustic qualities of the Vandoren standard ebonite while optimizing the playing experience and player’s sensation.

• Improved projection
• Fullbodied sound throughout the entire range of the clarinet
• Easy and precise articulation
• Greater control and comfort

The HD ebonite is 100% of natural origin and certified non-toxic, adhering to the strict Directive Européenne EU2009/48/EC, annex II, part III, like all standard ebonite of musical quality used by Vandoren for nearly a century.