Our materials
Outstanding woods for an outstanding sound
At F. Arthur Uebel, we pride ourselves on using only the highest quality Grenadilla and Mopane woods for our clarinets. Our African tonewoods are prepared through a natural drying and storage process that takes seven and ten years. This meticulous preparation is the foundation for the exceptional sound of our clarinets, and the durability of our instruments is ensured through this process as well.
To ensure many years of playing satisfaction with your F. Arthur Uebel clarinet, we recommend visiting our care instructions page for information on proper care and maintenance.
Our types of wood
Living materials for unique instruments
The wood used to make your clarinet is a crucial factor in determining the instrument's sound and playing feel. At F. Arthur Uebel, we offer a choice between Grenadilla and Mopane wood, allowing you to select the wood that best suits your preferences and playing style.
F. Arthur Uebel Clarinets
built for you by perfectionists
Grenadilla
Grenadilla has been the material of choice for clarinet making for over a hundred years and is ideal for making student and concert instruments.
Timbre
flexible, balanced, elegant and resonant
Mopane
Dank seiner inspirierenden
Klangqualitäten eignet sich unser rotbraunes, seit Jahren gelagertes Mopane-Holz auch ideal für den Klarinettenbau.
Klangfarbe
brillant, lebendig, kraftvoll, tief und obertonreich
Cocobolo
Distinguished by its exceptional density and natural oils, our premium Mexican cocobolo offers a rich, focused, and projecting tone, with exceptional responsiveness and flexibility.
Timbre
dense, focused, projecting, expressive
Boxwood
Warmth & Mellowness. Boxwood’s lower density
offers a softer, less aggressive sound spectrum that gains particular expressiveness in the middle registers.
Timbre
Romantic, warm, balanced, and authentic
F. Arthur Uebel Clarinets
Made by perfectionists for the perfect sound
At F. Arthur Uebel, we believe that the quality of the materials we use, combined with our unwavering attention to detail, is what sets our clarinets apart. Our instruments are crafted to meet the needs of musicians at every level, delivering a beautiful sound that will inspire and delight.
But you don't have to take our word for it. Experience the exceptional sound and feel of Uebel clarinets for yourself by contacting your local dealer. Our knowledgeable staff will be happy to answer any questions you have and help you find the perfect Uebel clarinet to suit your needs.
F. Arthur Uebel Facts
For instruments that inspire
☑ naturally seasoned Grenadilla and Mopane wood, aged for many years
→ resulting in a resonant, warm, and pure sound while also offering protection against cracking.
☑ Robust body, manufactured at F. A. Uebel with anti-crack construction
→ stabilizing the vibrations in the wood fibres and resulting in less cracking.
☑ High quality, stable mechanics and fully equipped keywork.
→ ensuring reliability even in the most virtuosic passages.
☑ Logo and model name inlaid with 925 silver signet
→ showcasing artisanal handwork and adding to the stunning appearance of our clarinets.
Refinements of the mechanics
Fine finishing for pure playing pleasure
Silver plating: As standard, our clarinets feature an ergonomic, quiet, hard-gloss silver-plated key mechanism for enhanced aesthetics and lasting keywork durability.
Gold plating: Our F. Arthur Uebel clarinets with 24k or rose gold plating add a touch of luxury to any performance, inspiring with their stunning appearance and special tactile experience.
Rhodium plating: Rhodium plating is available upon request for our soloist clarinets. Rhodium, a bright and chrome-colored metal from the platinum group, offers exceptional protection against oxidation, ensuring longevity and durability for the instrument's keys. Additionally, the bright and shiny appearance of rhodium adds to the instrument's aesthetic appeal.