Buffet Crampon R13 Professional Bb Clarinet Nickel-plated Keys

$4,216.00

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Brand New Buffet Crampon R13 Bb Clarinet - The Professional Standard

For sale is a brand new, factory-original Buffet Crampon R13 Bb Clarinet. Designed by Robert Carrée in 1955, the R13’s revolutionary bore established the benchmark for modern professional clarinets. This instrument delivers the focused, rich, and powerful tone that remains the top choice for musicians worldwide.

This is the non-negotiable choice for the working professional, auditioning college student, or dedicated amateur who requires the highest level of tonal consistency, superior intonation, and flawless key response. It is ready for any setting: orchestra, solo, or chamber music.

The R13: A Timeless Legacy of Tone

The R13 is built on a legacy of French craftsmanship, blending acoustic mastery with uncompromising material quality. When you purchase a new R13, you are investing in a proven design that will be a partner for a lifetime of music.

What makes the R13 the professional benchmark:

  • Poly-Cylindrical Bore: The heart of the R13's sound is its unique bore design, which provides a remarkably focused and centered tone with unparalleled consistency across the registers. It offers just the right amount of resistance for powerful projection and superb control.

  • Premium Grenadilla Wood: The body is crafted from the finest select Grenadilla wood (African Blackwood), ensuring the rich, dark, and complex tonal quality that is the signature of professional French clarinets.

  • Superior Keywork: Featuring durable silver-plated keywork, the mechanism is fast, reliable, and ergonomically balanced for professional speed and comfort.

Specifications & Condition

  • Model: Buffet Crampon R13

  • Body Material: Premium Grenadilla Wood

  • Key System: Standard Boehm system (Silver Plated Keys)

  • Condition: Brand new, original from factory. This instrument is in pristine, factory-fresh condition and ships with its full factory warranty.

  • Our Service: Our comprehensive service included a final inspection and adjustment to ensure optimal key action and pad seal before sale.

  • Included: Comes with the original professional case, Buffet Crampon mouthpiece, ligature, and cap.

Why Choose Fleming Music?

Here at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site instrument repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and fine-tuned before it reaches you. We take pride in offering a 1-year warranty and 2-week return policy on all instruments, giving you peace of mind with your investment. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, so please reach out to us at the shop via phone, email, or website contact: https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact.

As always, we invite you to stop by our Houston shop to try this instrument in person. Nothing compares to the experience of a horn in your own hands. Follow our accounts on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for the latest updates, content, and promotions: https://linktr.ee/Fleming_Music. We are grateful for your support of our small business and look forward to helping you find the perfect instrument or accessories!