Clarinets


The John Packer Clarinet Range

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JP021 Bb Clarinet

The JP021 is a reliable and full sounding Bb clarinet perfect for those new to playing the clarinet. This instrument has helped thousands of young players start their musical journey on the clarinet. It is established as a school instrument due to its good record for reliability and ease of maintenance. Constructed from ebonite throughout, the JP021 has a full dark sound and has been complimented for its good intonation and free blowing nature. With a clear objective of supporting new players, the JP021 Bb Clarinet includes an adjustable thumb rest for greater comfort.

The JP021 Bb Clarinet features hard-wearing nickel plated keywork for durability and an accurate tuning scale for better performance. The instrument has been developed closely alongside schools and UK music services to ensure a long lasting and robust instrument, perfect for new players and school students.

The JP021 is supplied with everything required to get a player started including a mouthpiece, ligature, cap, reed, pull-through and case. The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled with a reflective safety strap. A comfortable shoulder strap is included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories with their instrument.

JP021 Bb Clarinet (Woodgrain with Nickel Keys)
RRP – $499
Specification
Key
Bb
Body
Ebonite
Keywork
Nickel plated keywork
Finishes
Woodgrain
Additional features
Adjustable thumb rest
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece cap, Ligature, Reed
Related products
JP121 MKIV Bb Clarinet
JP123 Eb Clarinet
JP125 C Clarinet

JP121 MKIV Bb Clarinet

The JP121 MKIV is a superior grade Bb student clarinet which has earned a reputation for a full, warm tone and good dynamic range. Widely used in schools and recommended by teachers, the JP121 MKIV has a range of applications as a school instrument. Its high level of durability and reliable mechanism ensures that it stands up well against the knocks and falls that are part and parcel of student instruments.

The JP121 MKIV comes recommended by John Franchi, a well known London session musician who played the JP121 MKIV during the 2007 Royal Variety performance.

The JP121 MKIV Bb Clarinet is constructed from a lightweight ABS resin body. This complex material is very lightweight and strong however still boasts a high level of resonance. An adjustable thumb rest is also included for comfort to help younger players ‘grow’ with the instrument. This higher specification student clarinet has a strong, silver plated keywork mechanism and a highly accurate tuning scale.

The JP121 MKIV is supplied with everything required to get a player started including a lightweight case, JP ‘Easy Blow’ mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature and reed. The case is lightweight, well-designed and includes a comfortable shoulder strap as standard. It also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.

JP121 MKIV Bb Clarinet (Woodgrain with Silver Plated Keys)
RRP – $689
Specification
Key
Bb
Body
ABS resin body
Keywork
Silver plated keywork
Finishes
Woodgrain
Additional features
Adjustable thumb rest
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece cap, Ligature, Reed
Related products

JP021 Bb Clarinet
JP124 C Clarinet
JP125 C Clarinet

JP122 Bb Bass Clarinet

The JP122 is a well established and durable Bb bass clarinet ideal for schools and music services looking for a dependable bass clarinet, or alternatively for players who want a bass clarinet but who can’t justify the cost of more expensive models.

Leslie Craven, Principal Clarinetist in the Welsh National Opera highly recommends the JP122 and described it as ” free blowing with a lovely sound and perfectly acceptable intonation, in fact, better in tune than many far more expensive wooden models I have tried”.

This instrument represents a very good performance to cost ratio and has been the choice for many within the educational market. This instrument is a workhorse and will give many years of service. It has good tonal characteristics and dynamic range.

The JP122 Bb Bass Clarinet is constructed from ebonite throughout ensuring a lightweight yet robust build. Strong silverplate keywork and a playing spike for increased comfort are also included as standard.

The JP122 Bb Bass Clarinet is supplied with high quality case with hard cased interior and a canvas outer covering. The case includes a good sized compartment for reeds and other small accessories. The case is supplied with a comfortable shoulder strap for easy transport.

JP122 Bb Bass Clarinet (Matte)
RRP – $4,799
Specification
Key
Bb
Body
ABS resin body
Keywork
Silver plated keys
Finishes
Matte
Additional features
Playing spike
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece cap, Ligature, Playing spike, Reed
Related products

JP222 Bb Bass Clarinet
JP124 C Clarinet
JP125 C Clarinet

JP123 Eb Clarinet

The JP123 is a reliable and full sounding Eb clarinet perfect for first time players and those new to playing the clarinet. It has many applications also as a school instrument due to its good record for reliability and ease of maintenance. Constructed from ebonite throughout, the JP123 has a full dark sound and has been complimented for its good intonation and free blowing nature. The one piece body combined with the reduced keywork is perfect for younger students entering the world of the clarinet. The instrument’s reduced weight is an added bonus for smaller children.

The JP123 Eb Clarinet features hard-wearing nickel plated keywork for durability and an accurate tuning scale for better performance. The instrument has been developed closely alongside schools and UK music services to ensure a long lasting and robust instrument, perfect for new players and school students.

The JP123 Eb Clarinet is supplied with everything required to get a player started including a lightweight case, JP ‘Easy Blow’ mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature and reed. The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled with eye catching colours and a reflective safety strap. A comfortable shoulder strap is included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.

JP123 Eb Clarinet (Reduced Keys in Woodgrain)
RRP – $479
Specification
Key
Eb
Body
Ebonite
Keywork
Nickel plated keywork, Reduced keywork system
Finishes
Woodgrain
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece cap, Ligature, Reed
Related products

JP021 Bb Clarinet
JP122 Bb Bass Clarinet
JP124 C Clarinet

JP124 C Clarinet

The JP124 is an affordable yet high performing C clarinet, suitable for students and musicians alike. Pitched in C, the JP124 opens up a whole new repertoire of music to players and, due to its smaller size (compared to the more conventional Bb version), enables younger players and those with smaller hands to start playing earlier. Featuring a full keywork system (rather than the reduced system of the JP125), the instrument is lightweight, easy to maintain and will comfortably see players through to a good standard.

The JP124 C Clarinet is a favourite within the UK education sector due to its high performance cost ratio and robust construction. As the JP124 is commonly used by younger players in preparation for a step up to a full-size Bb clarinet, it features a Bb mouthpiece which reinforces a good Bb clarinet embouchure.

The JP124 features an full keywork system making any transition to higher standard instruments easier. Constructed in ebonite throughout, it is lightweight and robust yet still provides a full dark sound. A woodgrain finish is applied as standard giving the instrument that professional appearance. Vital to help younger players and to support them as they grow, the JP124 also features an adjustable thumb rest for comfort and stability.

The JP124 is supplied with everything required to get a player started including a lightweight case, JP ‘Easy Blow’ mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature and reed. The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled with eye catching colours and a reflective safety strap. A comfortable shoulder strap is included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.

JP124 C Clarinet (Woodgrain)
RRP – $949

Specification

Key
C
Body
Ebonite
Keywork
Full keywork system, nickel plated keywork
Finishes
Woodgrain
Additional features
Adjustable thumb rest
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece Cap, Ligature, Reed
Related products

JP121 MKIV Bb Clarinet
JP123 Eb Clarinet
JP125 C Clarinet

JP125 C Clarinet

The JP125 is an affordable yet high performing C clarinet, suitable for students and musicians alike. Pitched in C, the JP125 opens up a whole new repertoire of music to players and, due to its smaller size (compared to the more conventional Bb version), enables younger players and those with smaller hands to start playing earlier. Featuring a reduced keywork system, the instrument is lightweight, easy to maintain and will comfortably see players through to a good standard.

The JP125 C Clarinet is a favourite within the UK education sector due to its high performance cost ratio and robust construction.

The JP125 features an ergonomic and practical reduced keywork system making the instrument easier to put together as well as reducing the need for extensive maintenance and repair work. Constructed in full for ebonite, it yet lightweight and robust yet still provides a full dark sound. A woodgrain finish is applied as standard giving the instrument that professional appearance. Vital to help younger players and to support them as they grow, the JP125 also features an adjustable thumb rest for comfort and stability.

The JP125 is supplied with everything required to get a player started including a lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature and reed. The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled with eye catching colours and a reflective safety strap. A comfortable shoulder strap is included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.

JP125 C Clarinet (C Reduced System in Woodgrain)
RRP – $799
Specification
Key
C
Body
Ebonite
Keywork
Reduced keywork system, Nickel plated keywork
Finishes
Woodgrain
Additional features
Adjustable thumb rest
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece Cap, Ligature, Reed
Models

JP021 Bb Clarinet
JP121 MKIV Bb Clarinet
JP123 Eb Clarinet

JP221 Step Up. ABS. Silver keys

The new JP221 clarinet has been completely redesigned from the ground up. The JP221 is made from ABS, but has an appearance very similar to that of genuine grenadilla wood and has a rich dark sound to encourage the less experienced player.

This model is lightweight, strong and easy to clean – perfect for even very young players. Visually it is very attractive with smart contemporary design, silverplated body rings, neat keywork and a graceful bell curve uncluttered by the normal (unnecessary) ring.

State of the art engineering has been employed in manufacture. The tone holes are all CNC cut and the tuning scale is very accurate. The silverplated keywork is very strong and precise so it feels good under the fingers and will be reliable for years to come. This clarinet is mounted with double fish skin pads which ensure excellent sealing and longevity.

To maximise comfort, it is equipped as standard with an adjustable thumb rest for correct and comfortable positioning (and a neck strap ring in case a sling is required).

The JP221 is supplied with everything that is needed to get a new player started. The instrument is supplied with a JP mouthpiece, lightweight case and starter accessory pack including mouthpiece cap, ligature and JP reed. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable should strap as standard and also includes a small storage pocket accessible from the outside suitable for storing small accessories and sheet music.

JP221 Step Up. ABS. Silver keys
RRP – $1,399
Specification
Key
Bb
Body
ABS Resin
Keywork
Silver plated
Finishes
Matte
Additional features
Adjustable thumb rest, Sling hook
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece Cap, Ligature, Reed
Related Models

JP121 MKIV Bb Clarinet
JP122 Bb Bass Clarinet
JP124 C Clarinet

JP222 Bb Bass Clarinet

The JP222 is a high performing yet reliable Bb bass clarinet and offers an improved playing performance to its student level counterpart, the JP122. With excellent tonal response across all registers but particularly in those tricky areas over the break, this instrument has drawn a great deal of interest from those that had previous dismissed non-wooden instruments.

Leslie Craven, teacher at the RWCMD and clarinetist in the Welsh National Opera reviewed the JP222 saying “I would certainly buy one – and I would be proud to play it”.

With extended access to low C, the JP222 is a favourite amongst music colleges and bands and is a staple within the UK education sector.

The JP222 Bb Bass Clarinet is constructed from a lightweight yet highly resonant ABS Resin and features a full system, silver plate keywork including Low C. A playing spike is included as standard to increase comfort when playing.

The JP222 Bb Bass Clarinet is supplied with high quality case with hard cased interior and a canvas outer covering. The case includes a good sized compartment for reeds and other small accessories. The case is supplied with a comfortable shoulder strap for easy transport.

JP222 Bb Bass Clarinet (Matte)
RRP – $8,499
Specification
Key
Bb
Body
ABS Resin
Keywork
Low C note range, Silver plate keywork
Finishes
Matte
Additional features
Playing spike
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece Cap, Ligature, Reed
Related products

JP122 Bb Bass Clarinet
JP124 C Clarinet
JP125 C Clarinet

JP223 Eb Clarinet

The JP223 Eb Clarinet builds upon the offering of the JP123 and delivers a full keywork system clarinet. The instrument boasts very friendly playing characteristics and good tuning and is a favourite amongst schools, music services and bands within the UK. Perfect for players wanting a full system student instrument, the JP223 also provides an affordable option for those wanting to add a Eb harmony clarinet to their collection. Although already supplied with a student friendly mouthpiece, the JP223 would benefit from the addition of a professional mouthpiece which will substantially increase its performance capacity.

The JP223 Eb Clarinet is constructed from Ebonite throughout and includes a strong nickel plated full keywork system. An adjustable thumb rest is included as standard helping younger players and those with small hands to hold the instrument comfortably. A woodgrain finish helps give the instrument a professional finish.

The JP223 Eb Clarinet is supplied with a case, JP mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature and reed. The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled. Backpack straps and a comfortable shoulder strap are included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.

JP223 Eb Clarinet (Woodgrain)
RRP – $689
Specification
Key
Eb
Body
Ebonite
Keywork
Nickel plated, Full keywork system
Finishes
Woodgrain
Additional features
Adjustable thumb rest
Supplied with
Lightweight case, JP mouthpiece, Mouthpiece Cap, Ligature, Reed
Related products

JP221 Bb Clarinet
JP222 Bb Bass Clarinet
JP323 Eb Clarinet


JP323 Eb Clarinet

The JP323 is JP’s flagship Eb wooden clarinet. Having gone through an intensive research and development process, the JP323 is a remarkable wooden clarinet for such an affordable price. The JP323 Eb Clarinet has a deep round sound, which can either blend with others or project a solo passage.

Capable of a fully professional level of performance, each JP323 is individually set up in our specialist workshop. This instrument challenges some of the better established wooden models in performance terms, but at a greatly reduced cost.

The JP323 Eb Clarinet is constructed entirely of Grenadilla wood ensuring that unique tone of sound. The instrument features a full silver plated keywork system in a standard layout.

The JP323 is supplied with a JP Mouthpiece and case. The case is lightweight, well-designed and attractively styled. Backpack straps and a comfortable shoulder strap are included as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.

JP323 Eb Clarinet (Grenadilla)
RRP $2,789
Specification
Key
Eb
Body
Grenadilla Wood
Keywork
Silver plate, full system keywork
Finishes
Wooden
Supplied with
JP Mouthpiece, Lightweight case
Related products
JP123 Eb Clarinet
JP124 C Clarinet
JP223 Eb Clarinet