Selmer Paris B16PRESENCEEV Professional Bb Clarinet

Selmer Paris B16 Presence (B16PRESENCEEV) Bb Clarinet

Professional refinement. Modern projection. Designed for advancing artists.

The Selmer Paris B16 Presence (B16PRESENCEEV) Clarinet represents a modern evolution in professional clarinet design. Built for advancing conservatory students and professional performers, the B16 Presence blends focused projection with tonal depth and remarkable flexibility. Its engineering emphasizes clarity, resonance, and ergonomic precision—supporting expressive performance across solo, chamber, and orchestral settings.

Crafted from carefully selected grenadilla wood and refined through advanced bore research, this model delivers a vibrant, centered tone with excellent response in all registers.

Educational & Performance Advantages

Refined Tone Development

The optimized bore design promotes a rich, resonant core sound with enhanced projection. Players can shape phrasing with greater control, encouraging artistic growth and tonal maturity.

Even Response Across Registers

From the rich chalumeau register to the brilliant altissimo, the B16 Presence offers smooth transitions and consistent intonation—supporting advanced repertoire and audition preparation.

Ergonomic Precision

Balanced keywork and fluid mechanism action reduce tension and fatigue, allowing developing professionals to focus on musical interpretation rather than mechanical resistance.

Key Features

• Premium grenadilla wood body

• Advanced bore design developed by Selmer Paris acoustical research

• Silver-plated keywork

• Adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring

• Blue steel springs for responsive action

• Undercut tone holes for enhanced tuning stability

• Precision-machined keywork for smooth articulation

• Includes professional case and accessories

Specifications

• Key: Bb

• Level: Advanced / Professional

• Body Material: Select Grenadilla Wood

• Bore Design: Optimized Presence bore configuration

• Key System: Boehm

• Keys: 17

• Rings: 6

• Key Material: Silver-plated nickel silver

• Springs: Blue steel

• Thumb Rest: Adjustable

• Finish: Silver-plated keys

• Included Accessories: Professional case, mouthpiece setup

Tone & Performance Profile

• Focused, projecting sound with strong tonal center

• Enhanced clarity in upper register

• Rich, resonant low register

• Excellent dynamic range and articulation response

• Stable intonation suited for orchestral and solo work

Ideal For

• Conservatory students

• Pre-professional performers

• Orchestra and wind ensemble clarinetists

• Advanced private study

Educator’s Choice

The Selmer Paris B16 Presence Clarinet offers the tonal refinement and mechanical reliability serious students need as they transition into professional-level performance. Its modern acoustic design supports nuanced tone production, stable intonation, and expressive flexibility—key elements for auditions, juries, and ensemble leadership roles. For educators guiding high-achieving clarinetists toward artistic excellence, the B16 Presence is a forward-thinking and inspiring choice.