[Now Available in Japan] Practice Anywhere with the Travel Clarinet - A Comprehensive Guide

The long-awaited clarinet version of the popular "Travel Sax 2" from the Spanish manufacturer Odisei Music has finally arrived in Japan!

Just like the Travel Sax 2, this revolutionary electronic clarinet (digital clarinet) allows you to practice anytime, anywhere, without worrying about location or time. In this article, we will be diving into the features and charms of the Travel Clarinet.

What is the Travel Clarinet?

As the name suggests, the "Travel Clarinet" was developed with the goal of allowing you to "practice anytime, anywhere."

By simply connecting headphones, you can immerse yourself in playing without worrying about time, location, or the surrounding environment. It is truly the most reliable partner to help you maximize your practice time.

Features of the Travel Clarinet

1. Incredible Compactness and Portability

The standout feature is its portability. The size is about half that of a regular clarinet. The dedicated case is also extremely compact and lightweight, so it won’t take up much space in your luggage.

The case comes with a carabiner, making it easy to attach to your backpack for convenient carrying. It fulfills the desire to move your fingers even when traveling in the most streamlined way possible.

2. Seamless Fingering and Key Touch

For existing clarinet players, the most important concern is the fingering.

The Travel Clarinet doesn’t compromise on this. The key layout and the feel (key touch) when pressed are faithfully recreated to match an acoustic clarinet. If you are an experienced player, you'll likely get used to it within 5 to 10 minutes. It’s also perfect for those returning to the instrument after a long time or for daily finger training.

3. Practice Without Worrying About Surroundings & Expressive Play

The mouthpiece of the Travel Clarinet is the same as that of an acoustic clarinet. Of course, you can also use your own mouthpiece (standard size).

The sound is output through headphones or external speakers, so you can practice freely even in the late hours at home without disturbing others.

As for how the sound is produced, the mouthpiece is used to blow air into an internal breath control sensor, which makes the sound. When you blow air, the sound is produced.

Expressive Dynamics

The Travel Clarinet is equipped with a high-performance pressure sensor inside that detects the strength of your breath and controls the volume. With just breath control, you can express everything from delicate pianissimo to powerful forte.

4. Expand Possibilities with App Integration

By connecting the Travel Clarinet to your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth and using the dedicated app "Travel Instrument App", you can unlock even more fun and possibilities.

• Over 50 Sounds: Not only can you switch to various clarinet sounds, but you can also choose from a range of other instruments, such as saxophone and flute.
• Backtrack Playback: You can stream music from Spotify, YouTube, or other sources via Bluetooth to the Travel Clarinet and play along with your favorite songs.
• Detailed Settings: Easily adjust settings on the app, such as transpose (changing keys), customizing fingering, and adjusting reverb, all with ease.

5. New Expression with Motion Sensors

The Travel Clarinet is equipped with an accelerometer (motion sensor), a feature unique to digital clarinets.
When this feature is activated, you can intuitively control effects by moving the instrument.

• Up and Down Movement: Pitch bend.
• Left and Right Movement: Vibrato.

The Travel Clarinet is not just a practice tool but also perfect for performances, such as on live stages. Additionally, when connected to a PC or Mac, it functions as a MIDI controller, making it ideal for composition or recording in DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) software.

6. Also Works as a MIDI Controller

By connecting the Travel Clarinet to your PC or Mac with the included USB-C cable, it transforms into a MIDI controller.

When integrated with DAW software like GarageBand, Logic Pro, or Ableton Live, you can use it for composing, recording, and creating sheet music. Access an endless variety of sounds and effects, and enjoy the Travel Clarinet as a more professional, multi-purpose instrument.

7. Package Contents and Optional Accessories

Basic Package Includes:

• Travel Clarinet main unit
• Compact carrying case
• Standard mouthpiece (includes reed and ligature)
• USB-C cable (for charging and MIDI connection)
• Cleaning cloth

Optional Accessories

For more comfortable playing and customization according to your needs, the following accessories are available:

Extension Neck:

By increasing the distance between the mouthpiece and the body, you can achieve a more authentic clarinet playing posture and feel. Recommended for long practice sessions.
⇒ Odisei Music / 1TC1BAR Travel Clarinet Extension Neck

Special Mouthpiece:

Ideal for beginners who have trouble with their embouchure, or for those who want more precise breath control (airflow) when using the Travel Clarinet as a MIDI controller.
⇒ Odisei Music / 1TC1ODBOQ Travel Clarinet Mouthpiece

Summary: Unlock the Freedom of Practice with the Travel Clarinet

From Mozart's era to jazz, the clarinet has a long and rich history in music. The Travel Clarinet allows you to maintain the traditional feel of playing while leveraging modern technology to give you the "freedom to practice" anytime, anywhere.

If you’ve ever had trouble practicing at home because of noise, or wished you could practice while traveling, be sure to check out the details. This could be a new option to enrich your musical life.

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⇒ Odisei Music / TC1B Travel Clarinet Black