The Buffet Crampon R13 Clarinet was developed in 1955 under the guidance of Robert Carrée, and quickly became the legendary choice of professional musicians. Musicians are charmed by its rich and focused sound, as well as the R13 Clarinet's ability to deliver a powerful performance in all registers and its flexibility. The R13 model is suitable for all types of musician, including symphony or chamber music, soloists, teachers, those in marching bands, students and amateurs.
The Greenline version of the R13, which is made of 95% Grenadilla wood powder and 5% epoxy resin. It retains the acoustic properties of a wooden clarinet, but is more resistant to moisture and fluctuations in temperature and humidity. A Greenline clarinet is therefore more forgiving with regards to maintenance and the risk of cracks is almost zero. Because the Greenline material can be produced from residual wood that would otherwise be lost, it also contributes to more ecologically sound use of the scarce Grenadille wood.
The R13 Greenline is a very flexible clarinet and lends itself to a broad variety of repertoires. The R13 is popular at symphonies or chamber music, soloists, teachers, military bands, students and demanding amateurs.
The Buffet Crampon R13 Professional Bb Greenline Clarinet features include:
- Hand burnished bore: improves intonation and centres tone
- Power forged keywork and posts, pre-plated in copper and finished in silver plate: high quality long lasting finish
- Silver plated adjustable thumb rest: adjustable for optimum comfort
- Undercut tone holes: improves tone and ease of response
- Double fish skin pads: long lasting, good airtightness
- Single barrel 66mm (440 pitch)