Description
The Gleichweit-Stephan is a bass clarinet mouthpiece (Boehm system), developed in inspiration with the Belgian clarinetist, composer, and educator Stephan Vermeersch. With a facing length of 26 mm and a tip opening of 1.32 mm, it combines effortless response, warmth, and tonal depth – a versatile mouthpiece for orchestral settings, chamber music, wind ensembles, and solo repertoire.
Technical Specifications
- Facing length26 mm
- Tip opening1.32 mm
- Clarinet typeBass Clarinet (Boehm)
- MaterialPMMA / Hard Rubber
Character
- ✓ Inspired by Stephan Vermeersch – Belgian soloist and composer
- ✓ Effortless response with warmth and tonal depth
- ✓ Warm, expressive, yet powerful sound
- ✓ Versatile for orchestra, chamber music, and solo playing
- ✓ Available in two high-quality materials
Background & Inspiration
At the end of 2022, during our European tour, we met the exceptional Belgian clarinetist Stephan Vermeersch at a clarinet event in Poland. His unique approach to the bass clarinet – the impressive ease with which he produces a warm, expressive, yet powerful sound – inspired us to develop this mouthpiece. After close collaboration and extensive tonal refinement, the Stephan model was born, tailored to the tonal needs of contemporary bass clarinetists.
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The Stephan pairs exceptionally well with French-style bass clarinet reeds – both cane and synthetic options work beautifully.
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