
Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpiece
A=440 American Pitch | Profile 88 Beak
Vandoren is known worldwide for the performance, quality and value of their clarinet mouthpieces. With the Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpiece, they have adapted their mouthpieces to the American pitch A=440 (vs the standard Vandoren mouthpiece set at A=442).
How are the Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpieces Different?
In order to lower the mouthpiece’s pitch from A442 to A440, the internal bore of the mouthpiece was slightly enlarged. This facilitates the drop down to A440 with the Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpieces. This also tends to give them a little richer, mellower tone than their A442 counterparts. Most models in the Vandoren line now have a counterpart in the Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpieces.
Additional Inforation
Available Models
Originally, the Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpieces were only available in a few sizes. However, with their increased popularity due to their richer tone, Vandoren has opened up the 13 Series to include most of their models. All of the 13 Series are only made with the “Profile 88” beak.
- M13 – 1.005 mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- M13 Lyre – 1.02mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- M15 – 1.035mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- 5RV – 1.065mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- 5RV Lyre – 1.09mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- M30 Lyre – 1.135mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- M30 – 1.15mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- B40 Lyre – 1.175mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- B45 – 1.195mm Tip, A440 Pitch
- B40 – 1.195mm Tip with Thick Tip Rail, A440 Pitch
Other Vandoren Clarinet Mouthpiece Models
Check out the A442 models as well as the Black Diamond Models! The Black Diamond model is available as a Vandoren 13 Series mouthpiece as well!


What is “Profile 88”
The Profile 88 beak was designed to allow for a player to have more flexibility in the feel of the mouthpiece in their mouth. It has quickly become the more popular option in the USA. Therefore, the Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpeice models are only available in the Profile 88 beak design.
Trial & Return Policy
Kessler & Sons Music offers a 3 day trial / return policy by default on the Vandoren 13 Series Clarinet Mouthpieces. There are no cleaning fees or restocking fees (assuming that the item is returned in proper condition).
In order to protect the mouthpiece against scratches & marks when testing, we install a tooth patch before shipping. You are responsible for the condition of the mouthpiece while you are testing it. We highly recommend testing with a fabric style ligature to reduce the risk of scratching. Mouthpieces that are returned with irreparable scratches/marks might not be accepted for return.
Please read our terms & conditions (link at the bottom of the page) for full details on this policy.


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