For sale is a professional, pre-owned Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb Bass Clarinet (Model 1195), serial number H49614. This is the flagship bass clarinet of the Buffet Crampon family, designed for the world's finest symphony orchestras and soloists. This specific instrument features the full Low C range, giving you the complete chromatic spectrum required for advanced orchestral and contemporary repertoire.
This is the ultimate investment for the professional orchestral musician, pit orchestra doubler, or serious university student. The Low C extension is now the standard requirement for professional auditions and upper-level literature, making this the "forever horn" for any serious bass clarinetist.
The Tosca Advantage: Innovation & Tone
The Tosca bass clarinet represents the pinnacle of modern woodwind manufacturing, offering a richness and projection that is unmatched.
- Luminous Tone: The Tosca is renowned for a "luminous" and focused tone that projects effortlessly over a large ensemble.
- Silent Mechanism: Features a unique register key system and rubber dampers that make the key action whisper-quiet—essential for studio recording and exposed solo work.
- Ergonomics: The keywork is silver-plated and designed with the signature Tosca ergonomics, offering fluid fingering and a natural hand position even on the extended lower joint.
- Full Low C Range: The extended range to Low C (concert Bb) allows for the performance of the full range of bass clarinet repertoire, including Mahler, Shostakovich, and modern wind band literature.
History & Condition
- Provenance: This instrument was originally owned by a college professional who has since transitioned to a different career. It has been cared for by a pro player.
- Condition: The instrument is clean and in excellent structural condition. There is some minor silver tarnish on the bell and keys, which is purely cosmetic and common for silver-plated instruments. The Grenadilla wood is in excellent shape. No cracks or damage.
- Accessories: Includes all original accessories, including the original high-tech Tosca case, floor peg, and mouthpiece (if applicable).
Specifications
- Model: Buffet Crampon Tosca Bass Clarinet (BC1195)
- Serial Number: H49614 (Modern Production)
- Range: Low C (Full Range)
- Material: Premium unstained Grenadilla wood
- Bore: New Tosca bore design for improved intonation
- Keywork: Silver-plated, 24 keys
- Included: Original Case (with sticker residue), Peg, and accessories.
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.
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