Deborah Avery

Clarinet soloist and LA freelance woodwind artist

"The Taplin-Weir bell allows me more control of tone colors of my clarinet. The response is instant and each register is beautiful and even at all dynamics. This bell allows me the freedom to express myself completely on the clarinet!"

Andy Firth

Australian jazz sensation

"I’ve always believed a clarinet bell couldn’t make much of a difference to my clarinet playing...but that was before I tried the Taplin-Weir cocobolo bell! My tone, response and intonation all improved and even my clarinet felt easier to play! I highly recommend this wonderful bell to all clarinet players!

Wesley Ferreira

Assistant professor of clarinet, Colorado State University

"Taplin-Weir barrels and bells exhibit qualities that every clarinetist is looking for. I was immediately impressed with the ease of playing, improved intonation and resonance produced, all the while maintaining a true beauty of tone. Additionally, the personal service I received from John and Patti was exceptional. In the comfort of the selection studio, their true craftsmanship and extensive knowledge of the instrument was on full display. By determining the acoustical qualities of my clarinet, I was able to select the perfect barrel and bell combination to suite my tastes and personal voice."

Clark Fobes

Clarinet & Saxophone products

"Over the past few years my 1975 vintage R-13 Bb was becoming increasingly bright and had lost some focus. Your bell brings the sound together and lends a beautiful center and core to the tone. In my opinion, this clarinet plays better than ever ! Thanks for your continued hard work and craftsmanship. You are one of the true artists in our profession!"

Michael Lomax

Mouthpiece craftsman, clarinet, Springfield(MO) Symphony

"John Weir has worked his magic! I love my cocobolo bell! It adds a roundness, and clarity to the clarion B natural that is wonderful! If I had to limit myself to one word to describe my Taplin-Weir Bell it would be 'WARMTH'. Thank you John!"

James Ormston

Principal clarinet, Windsor Symphony, University of Windsor

"Exceptional selection, personal service tailored to the individual and innovative and unparalleled craftsmanship are all compelling reasons to use Taplin-Weir products. But what closes the deal for me is the sound: these bells and barrels help the artist create a unique and beautiful voice that projects with clarity and warmth."

Jeremy Reynolds

Principal clarinet, Tucson Symphony

"The Taplin-Weir clarinet bells produce a clarity of sound that is second to none!"

Jana Starling

Professor of clarinet, University of Western Ontario

"The Taplin-Weir barrels and bells produce a beautiful warm, even tone without any loss of projection. The sound is deep and resonant yet maintains a real singing quality - everything I was looking for. Great product, and fantastic people to work with!"