Buffet Crampon R13 Clarinet in D - Backun Bells and Barrels SN 301842 OVERHAULED

Buffet Crampon R13 Clarinet Overview

The Buffet Crampon R13 Clarinet in D is a professional soprano clarinet built for repertoire that sits above the standard Bb and A clarinet range, especially orchestral and historical parts written in sharp keys. This example was acquired from an inventory liquidation and shows indications consistent with minimal prior use; it has been through our shop for professional overhaul (all new pads and corks), adjustment, and play-testing. It is upgraded with Backun components and includes two Backun bells and four Backun barrels, giving players flexible options for response and tuning.

Buffet Crampon R13 Clarinet Specifications

• Instrument type: Soprano clarinet
• Model: R13
• Key: D
• Body material: Grenadilla
• Key finish: Silver plated
• Made in: France
• Case: Original Case
• Accessories: Two Backun bells (grenadilla & cocobolo); four Backun barrels (2 each grenadilla and cocobolo 40.5 & 41.5)

Condition & Setup

Condition: Used. This clarinet has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop. Pads are in strong functional condition, and the instrument was evaluated for sealing, mechanical regulation, and basic intonation/response before listing.

Who the R13 Clarinet Is For

The Buffet Crampon R13 clarinet in D is a professional auxiliary soprano clarinet intended for players who need accurate pitch and clean articulation in D clarinet repertoire. It is best suited to orchestral musicians, doublers, and specialists performing classical and early-romantic works, as well as modern scores that call specifically for D clarinet to simplify execution in sharp keys. Within Buffet’s lineup, the R13 is the company’s widely recognized professional platform; in D, it becomes a rare, purpose-built solution for repertoire where using a Bb clarinet would add unnecessary technical complexity.

Common Questions About The Buffet Crampon R13

Is this an Eb clarinet?

No. This is a D soprano clarinet. D clarinets are less common than Eb, but they are a standard auxiliary instrument for specific orchestral and historical repertoire written for D.

What is the practical advantage of a D clarinet?

A D clarinet lets you play parts written in sharp key signatures with more direct fingerings and fewer awkward transpositions than using a, Eb clarinet, which can improve clarity and reduce technical risk in exposed passages.

What Backun parts are included with this clarinet?

This instrument includes two Backun bells and four Backun barrels, allowing you to choose setups that best match your preferred response, projection, and tuning approach with your mouthpiece and reed setup.

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