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Ren Lesieux was a Master instrument maker with Buffet Crampon for more than 40 years.īuffet clarinets became widely recognized for their award-winning quality as early as the 1889.Īlexandre was produced until roughly serial number list for their quality and emily dating. This new range of clarinet represents a major step forward in Buffet Crampon. Ive been searching for a good vintage Buffet (R13 or equivalent) clarinet for a while and will probably be buying it.Īn F preceeding the serial number indicates a clarinet made at the European pitch. I plan on making a short video of how to do this and posting it. Note: A preceeding F in the serial number indicates a clarinet made for the European market (A, A).įor a clarinet for a beginner though I would recommend a Buffet beginner.īuffet Crampon - one of the most famous French clarinet makers, dating well.įew of these are known in existance though they seem to have a low demand. Buffet Clarinet R13 S Serial Number Indicates
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There are 2 barrels, a 65mm original and a 66mm Moennig Buffet. This help correct some of the problems with the original design. The R13 Vintage was Buffets attempt to recreate the design ethos and quality of the original 1950 R13: To that end unstained hand selected wood was chosen, and an additional LH, AbEb key added, but the design was also changed: A double poly-cylindrical barrel was offered, the speaker tube was re-positioned partially out of the bore of the A, and a long CG tone hole chimney fitted. Buffet Clarinet R13 S Serial Number Indicates.
