THE NEW E13: This is the latest version from Buffet Crampon and should not be confused with the earlier version.
With new mechanical improvements, this clarinet is fantastic and the tone produced with the all white leather pads is warm and rich. Supplied in the Professional R13 Clarinet case.
The name E13 is legendary for a clarinet that has been around for over 40 years. With its origins in the BC20 – the clarinet played by Jacques Lancelot – the E13 has accompanied amateurs and advanced musicians to conservatories, music schools and wind orchestras the world over.
Made from the best pieces of Mozambican grenadilla wood and assembled in the brand’s own workshops, this clarinet has all the technical characteristics of a semi-professional line: silver plated keywork, blue steel springs, screwed-in pillars, threaded screws and natural cork lining the joints.
Already equipped with leather pads in January 2015, the E13 has now inherited the completely new bell of sister clarinet, the RC (cf. Robert Carrée), which gives more projection and brightness no matter what the range or tone. The low F key adjustment screw allows a finer control of the resulting action implemented by its lever.
We offer this E13 Clarinets with the professional R13 case or the all new Bam back pack case.
Buffet E-13 Clarinets are recommended by music teachers because of their easy response and remarkable accuracy, these clarinets help the musician to develop their musical talent.Buffet E13 clarinets are made from grenadilla wood. This special wood is found in the forests of Mozambique and Tanzania and is known for its resonance and stability, making it an ideal material for musical instruments. Whatever his or her level, the musician will appreciate the feel and the acoustic qualities of BUFFET CRAMPON intermediate clarinets. The bore (internal diameter) has been specially designed to increase easy response, flexibility and even performance in all registers.
Care & Maintenance of your wooden Buffet Crampon Clarinet
How to assemble your clarinet?
Assemble the barrel and the top joint. Hold the top joint with the left hand, taking care not to apply any excessive force to the keys.
Firstly, apply cork grease Buffet Crampon thinly to the joint corks to make assembly easier.
Note: Cork grease needs to be applied every time when the assembly is difficult.
Never use force to avoid instrument from cracking.
Insert the mouthpiece into the assembled instrument. Then fix the ligature and a dampened reed on the mouthpiece.
Note: take care not to damage the mouthpiece top or the reed with the ligature. After playing, cap mouthpiece to protect it and the reed from damage.
How to take part your clarinet?
Disassemble in reverse order.
Maintenance:
Daily care
1. To prevent corrosion, wipe the keywork with the dry polishing cloth provided after each performance.
2. Always use the Buffet Crampon case provided for the instrument. Too tight or too loose a case may cause bending of keys.
3. Under no circumstances use oil, solvents or anticorrosive products.
Pitch
The pitch of a wind instrument is greatly affected by temperature. The Buffet Crampon clarinet are designed to reach its pitch when it is played for four minutes in a room of average temperature (20°c).
Pitch adjustment
1. When the barrel – top joint is pulled out: the pitch of the instrument generally lowers, but especially the notes in the upper part of the top joint.
2. When the top joint – bottom joint are pulled out: the pitch of the instrument generally lowers, but especially the notes in the upper part of the bottom joint.
To prevent cracks on the body
1. In the case of a new instrument, do not play it continuously for more than 30 minutes daily during the first month.
2. Avoid any rapid change of temperature and humidity.
For instance, do not leave the instrument in the blazing sun, outdoor in winter, or near an airconditioner or heater.
3. Before putting the instrument in the case, dry the bore completely with your pullthrough (swab).
4. No bore oil, etc. needs to be used to prevent cracks in a new instrument. Observing the precautions in 1. and 2. is sufficient.
Note: Should any wooden instrument crack, it will never affect the intonation and tone quality if the instrument is properly repaired.
Use of the swab provided
1. Whilst playing the instrument, use the swab frequently. If water collects in the tone hole, bubbling and welling of pads with consequent leakage will badly affect the performance. If so, dry pads with cigarette paper.
Note: Pass a swab through the bell towards the barrel. It may otherwise be caught by a tube protruding inwardly in the upper part of the top joint.
2. When the swab is soiled, replace it with a new one. If a soiled or a fluffy one resulting from over washing is used, dust may collect in the tone holes.
3. Do not put a wet swab in the case with the instrument. The wet swab may cause rust on the springs and the discolouration of the keywork.
We offer a 7 day approval period as of the day you receive your purchase.
If you are not happy with your item for any reason, just let us know via email. Return your purchase for a full refund less freight costs. This is our no risk purchase policy. For terms and conditions, see Shipping & Returns
TECH-ASSURE™
Certified Musical Instrument Technician Setup.
Ozwinds TECH-ASSURE™ is a unique service that prepares your new musical instrument for sale.
Our certified technicians put the instrument through a comprehensive testing and adjustment process to ensure that it is ready to play with optimal performance from the moment you receive it.
Every new instrument setup with our TECH-ASSURE™ process which goes through a rigorous checklist so you can be assured that you are getting the best out of your new instrument.
We know the absolute importance of our TECH-ASSURE™ professional instrument setup to get your instrument playing at its peak, so don’t settle for anything less.
Our 13-Point Professional Set-up includes.
- All transit packing and corks from the manufacturer are removed.
- Thorough visual check for any wood or plating defects.
- All pads checked for quality.
- Test all pad seatings & key adjustments using a feeler gauge.
- All key corks and felts checked, adjusted to set vent heights.
- Regulate and adjust keywork as required.
- All spring tensions checked and adjusted to create a balanced feel across the instrument.
- Test final pad seal with a Magnehelic air pressure test.
- Check joint tenons for correct fit and adjust.
- Tenon corks checked for cork quality and greased.
- Play test from top to bottom.
- Case inspected for quality, instrument fit and accessories.
- Instrument cleaned and carefully repacked.
We are very pleased to be able to offer this Buffet Crampon E13 clarinet on a rental plan. (Australian Residents Only)
How does the rental application process work?
- Once your rental application has been submitted, we will send you an email acknowledging its receipt and confirming the details submitted.
- Once an application is approved, we will contact you to advise the expected dispatch date of your product. Most items are dispatched within five working days.
- We do not debit your account for the first payment until your goods have been dispatched from our store.
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