{"product_id":"buffet-crampon-pre-r13-professional-bb-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-e388","title":"Buffet Crampon Pre-R13 Professional Bb Clarinet in Grenadilla","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffet Crampon Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuffet Crampon has long been one of the central names in French-system clarinet making, with a reputation built around instruments used by serious students, teachers, professionals, and collectors. This French-made Buffet Crampon wood clarinet offers the established Buffet name in a traditional soprano clarinet format, with a black wood body, silver-colored keywork, and the character many players associate with older French clarinet design. We place the year of manufacture circa 1890.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffet Crampon Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Buffet Crampon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Early Pre-R13 clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Swab (no mouthpiece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel: One non-original barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: E388\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis used Buffet Crampon clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Documented work includes professional service, lubrication, and adjustment. The body shows widespread fine scratches, scuffs, handling wear, finish dulling, small nicks, and wear around the joints. The engravings are present with some fading, and the silver-colored keywork and rings show surface scratches, tarnish, and polishing wear. The corks show age, staining, and wear. The included hard case shows heavy exterior wear, worn corners, tarnished hardware, and a worn red plush interior. A swab is included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Buffet Crampon Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clarinet is best suited to a player, teacher, doubler, or collector who values a French-made wood Buffet Crampon instrument and is comfortable pairing it with their own mouthpiece and reed setup. It is a sensible choice for a musician seeking an established clarinet maker, wood-body response, and a professionally prepared instrument rather than a modern student-package outfit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Buffet Crampon Clarinet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat stands out about French-made Buffet Crampon clarinets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuffet Crampon clarinets are widely respected for their role in the French-system clarinet tradition and are used across advanced study, teaching, ensemble playing, and professional work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a wood clarinet differ from a student resin clarinet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood clarinets are commonly chosen by advancing and experienced players for a more nuanced tonal palette, a centered response, and the acoustic complexity associated with natural wood construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I plan to use with this clarinet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument includes a hard case and swab. Players should plan to use their own mouthpiece, ligature, cap, cork grease, and routine care accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Buffetlogo\/Buffetlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Buffetlogo\/Buffetlogo0.jpg\" alt=\"x\" align=\"Middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Buffet Crampon dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53719130407277,"sku":"BCC-E388","price":594.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Buffet-Crampon-Pre-R13-Professional-Bb-Clarinet-in-Grenadilla.jpg?v=1786615415","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/buffet-crampon-pre-r13-professional-bb-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-e388","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}