Buffet Crampon R13 Bb Clarinet Overview
The Buffet Crampon R13 is a longstanding professional clarinet and one of the established reference points in the Buffet lineup. Its focused tonal core, projection, and flexible response have made the R13 widely used in orchestral, chamber, wind ensemble, solo, and teaching settings. This instrument is the Bb version with silver-plated keywork. All fresh new pads and corks.
Buffet Crampon R13 Bb Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Soprano clarinet
- Key: Bb
- Model: R13
- Playing Level: Professional
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Case: Black padded zippered carrying case with shoulder strap
- Serial number: 473654
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally repadded, set up, and play-tested. The body has fine scratches, handling marks, and localized dulling, while several maker markings show wear. The keywork remains generally bright with light surface marks and localized tarnish or discoloration. The bell rim has more pronounced cosmetic discoloration, and the fitted case shows ordinary interior wear. A mouthpiece, ligature, and mouthpiece cap are not included.
Who the R13 Bb Clarinet Is For
The R13 is suited to professional clarinetists, advanced conservatory students, educators, and serious ensemble players seeking the centered sound and projecting tonal core traditionally associated with this model. It is particularly relevant for players who need a versatile Bb clarinet for orchestral, chamber, wind ensemble, solo, and studio work while retaining room for personal voicing through mouthpiece and reed selection.
Common Questions About the Buffet Crampon R13
What is the tonal character of the R13?
The R13 is widely associated with a focused core, clear projection, and a tonal palette that can be shaped across orchestral, chamber, and solo settings. Individual response still depends significantly on the player, mouthpiece, reed, and setup.
Where does the R13 fit within the Buffet Crampon lineup?
The R13 is an established professional model and remains a central reference within Buffet Crampon's professional clarinet family. Other Buffet models offer different bore concepts and resistance profiles, but the R13 continues to represent the traditional professional Buffet sound concept for many players.
What should an experienced player evaluate when trying an R13?
Players commonly assess throat-tone stability, register transitions, altissimo response, intonation tendencies, resistance, and how readily the instrument accepts their preferred mouthpiece and reed setup.
We are proud to be an authorized Buffet Crampon dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
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Buffet Crampon R13 Professional Bb Clarinet with Silver-Plated Keys
Buffet Crampon R13 Bb Clarinet Overview
The Buffet Crampon R13 is a longstanding professional clarinet and one of the established reference points in the Buffet lineup. Its focused tonal core, projection, and flexible response have made the R13 widely used in orchestral, chamber, wind ensemble, solo, and teaching settings. This instrument is the Bb version with silver-plated keywork. All fresh new pads and corks.
Buffet Crampon R13 Bb Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Soprano clarinet
- Key: Bb
- Model: R13
- Playing Level: Professional
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Case: Black padded zippered carrying case with shoulder strap
- Serial number: 473654
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally repadded, set up, and play-tested. The body has fine scratches, handling marks, and localized dulling, while several maker markings show wear. The keywork remains generally bright with light surface marks and localized tarnish or discoloration. The bell rim has more pronounced cosmetic discoloration, and the fitted case shows ordinary interior wear. A mouthpiece, ligature, and mouthpiece cap are not included.
Who the R13 Bb Clarinet Is For
The R13 is suited to professional clarinetists, advanced conservatory students, educators, and serious ensemble players seeking the centered sound and projecting tonal core traditionally associated with this model. It is particularly relevant for players who need a versatile Bb clarinet for orchestral, chamber, wind ensemble, solo, and studio work while retaining room for personal voicing through mouthpiece and reed selection.
Common Questions About the Buffet Crampon R13
What is the tonal character of the R13?
The R13 is widely associated with a focused core, clear projection, and a tonal palette that can be shaped across orchestral, chamber, and solo settings. Individual response still depends significantly on the player, mouthpiece, reed, and setup.
Where does the R13 fit within the Buffet Crampon lineup?
The R13 is an established professional model and remains a central reference within Buffet Crampon's professional clarinet family. Other Buffet models offer different bore concepts and resistance profiles, but the R13 continues to represent the traditional professional Buffet sound concept for many players.
What should an experienced player evaluate when trying an R13?
Players commonly assess throat-tone stability, register transitions, altissimo response, intonation tendencies, resistance, and how readily the instrument accepts their preferred mouthpiece and reed setup.
We are proud to be an authorized Buffet Crampon dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Buffet Crampon R13 Professional Bb Clarinet with Silver-Plated Keys
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.