CLARINET FASCINATION
"First-class craftsmanship for a soulful sound"
Since 1936, the name F. Arthur Uebel has been synonymous with the finest in clarinet making. Our clarinets are the perfect companions for musicians at any playing level - from those just starting out on their musical journey to seasoned professionals performing in sold-out concert halls around the world.
At our workshops, valuable traditions of clarinet making are blended with ultra-modern manufacturing processes to create a harmonious symphony of artisanal perfection. This interplay results in clarinets that produce an unmistakable sound, captivating audiences and fellow musicians alike.
We offer clarinets in both the German and French fingering systems, allowing you to choose the perfect model for your individual playing style. Each of our instruments is characterized by comfortable ergonomics, excellent intonation, and the unmistakable beauty of sound - whether it's a beginner clarinet or top-end concert model.
The soul of our clarinets is the wood from which they are made. We use only the finest Grenadilla and Mopane woods for our instruments, and our natural drying process has a significant impact on the unique sound of our clarinets. Our craftsmen are passionate about their work, and every instrument they produce is a true masterpiece.
As a clarinet manufacturer rich in tradition, we have been building clarinets in the German fingering system since our inception and have had a decisive influence on the development of German clarinets since then.
Our German clarinets are still made today with refined craftsmanship and a range of models that can accompany you all the way from your first lesson to the greatest of concert stages.
Sound, response, intonation and ergonomics – our Boehm system clarinets will quickly convince even the most demanding clarinettists. Be inspired by the wide range of our Boehm clarinets, available in different types of wood!
In addition to our standard clarinet models, we offer a wide range of instruments designed to inspire you. From special children's clarinets to models for musicians with small hands, bass and basset clarinets, and even G clarinets for Turkish music, we have something for everyone. We also build clarinets with covered keys, perfect for elderly players or those who also play the saxophone or flute. Let us help you find your dream clarinet!
Naturally dried woods are the soul of our instruments. In combination with our unique bores, they are the core of the special F. Arthur Uebel sound. In order to achieve this, we completely dispense with artificial drying processes: Grenadilla and Mopane are carefully stored for a minimum of seven years before we use them to make a new F. Arthur Uebel clarinet.
The result is not only a beautiful sound, but also robust quality that lasts.
Progress from the very beginning
F. Arthur Uebel worked closely with Berlin’s "old master" Oskar Oehler to perfect the production of German clarinets in the Oehler system. Since the foundation of his workshop in 1936, he designed mechanical improvements to the key mechanism, which had a decisive influence on the development of Uebel clarinets. With our ultra-modern manufacturing methods and a wide range of key mechanism variants, we continue to build on this innovative spirit to this very day.
Sophisticated technology for first-class ergonomics
Our clarinets are designed with ergonomics in mind, and this attention to detail is evident in our key design, making even our beginner models more enjoyable to play. We continuously refine our mechanisms to meet the needs of musicians, as demonstrated in our range of special models. These include our clarinet for small hands, our covered-key Superior Plateau model, and our popular children's C clarinet (model 611). With F. Arthur Uebel clarinets, you can trust that every instrument is crafted with precision and care.
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Artists & Friends
Björn Nyman
“A lot of my inspiration in playing the clarinet comes from searching for timbres and sound colours. In Uebel I have found an excellent partner who really inspires me.”
Evgeny Petrov
"The Uebel Zenit combines the best features of the world's leading clarinet models. It has a soft and voluminous timbre. At the same time, the sound is bright and flowing."
Mitchell Berick
"The Uebel Zenit clarinets have a wonderfully full sound and an incredibly easy response. The tone quality is extremely even over the entire range of the clarinet and the intonation is excellent."
Alexander von Hagke
"My Uebel clarinets are a great inspiration for me, every day anew. I can express all the things I want musically with them."
Nancy Braithwaite
"The first time I tried an Uebel Superior clarinet, it was love at first note and I've been playing it exclusively ever since!"
Ricardo Morales
"It is incredible how professionally and efficiently the team at F. Arthur Uebel is able to implement ideas."
Aleksandr Mikheev
"In my personal opinion, Uebel clarinets are the best professional and student models on the musical instrument market."
Michael Kirby
"It was love at first sight! You can feel that care and love are a part of these beautiful instruments. Bravo Uebel!"
David Rowden
"With these extraordinary instruments, which open up a world of colour and possibilities for the artist, there was certainly no room for error."
Iván Marín García
"I love the Uebel Zenit clarinets because they suit my personal way of singing through the clarinet."
Danny Goldman
"The unprecedented legato of the Uebel clarinets allows me to phrase at a length I have always dreamed of!"
Phillip Arkinstall
"Expressing what I'd like has never felt easier and more supported. The matching of the A and Bb clarinets is also fantastic."
Danila Yankovskiy
"For a long time I was looking for an instrument that would meet all my professional and artistic requirements. Thanks to the highly qualified and interested Uebel team, I finally found this clarinet."
Thomas Watmough
"The Zenith is the finest clarinet I’ve ever owned. Uebel is uncompromising in the quality of the wood, how they age and select it, and in the craftsmanship of the jewel-like keywork."
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Events
The 12th European Clarinet Congress Tilburg is the annual festival of the European Clarinet Association, held each year in a different European country and organized by a different artistic team responsible for organizing the festival. The 12th edition of the festival is organized by International Music Promotion vzw with artistic director Eddy Vanoosthuyse and administrative director Severine Sierens.
The 12th European Clarinet Congress Tilburg is the annual festival of the European Clarinet Association that each year takes place in another country of Europe, organized by a different artistic team that is responsible for the organization of the festival.
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