Buffet E11 Intermediate Bb Clarinet

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Key Features

Stained Grenadilla body
Suitable for student players
Features stainless steel springs and bladder pads
Ease of play, reliability, and free blowing
Clarinet comes equipped with case, mouthpiece, ligature and reed

Buffet E11 Intermediate Bb Clarinet Overview

The Buffet E11 Intermediate Bb Clarinet features a stained African blackwood body and silver plated keywork. As well as this the E11 comes with stainless steel springs, bladder pads, fixed thumb rest, and standard keys and rings.

The model is finished to a high standard and as well as being durable and reliable, is also free blowing. Buffet has combined technology and experience to develop this clarinet. Manufactured in specially dedicated German workshops, this E11 comes with a case, mouthpiece, ligature and reed.

Please note that wooden instruments are affected by humidity and temperature and as a result, the wood may expand and contract which would affect joints such as the tenons and bell rings. If you do experience any difficulties, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help.

Product Ref: 82611

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About Buffet Crampon

Buffet have been manufacturing instruments since 1825 and are world famous for their clarinets. When purchasing Buffet instruments, you are guaranteed consistent high-quality as all products are made in French workshops. All workers start as apprentices to learn everything they need from highly skilled craftspeople. However, the most important skills are dedication, passion, and patience. Since the beginning, almost every Buffet instrument has been continuously tested and developed. Listening to their players' needs, Buffet has adapted their instruments to cope with modern demands.

Buffet E11

This model was constructed using traditional methods, combining technology and experience. All Buffet products are made in either their France or Germany workshop and the E11 is manufactured in Germany – specifically Markneukirchen. This free blowing clarinet is hand finished by one of Buffet's highly skilled craftsmen, to a professional standard.

Grenadilla wood body

Unlike other models, the E11 features an African Blackwood (otherwise known as Grenadilla) body. The benefit from this is the unprecedented tone, which is favoured by all professional musicians and has been the professional choice of wood for decades.

Keys and mechanisms

The Buffet E11 clarinet has a simple design featuring the standard 17 keys and 6 rings. All keywork is silver plated, which is long lasting and ergonomic - allowing ease of play for students. This combined with a fixed thumb rest, makes the E11 very enjoyable to play. All tone holes have been undercut and combined with bladder pads, creating a great seal with better intonation and tonal character.

Recommended student clarinet

The Buffet Clarinet range comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience from some of the finest craftspeople in the world. Made in Markneukirchen in Germany, this clarinet will ensure many years of hassle free playing because of its ease to service and maintain.

Everything you need

The Buffet E11 Bb Clarinet comes with a range of accessories, enabling players to get started as soon as the package arrives. Included is a mouthpiece, ligature and reed, as well as a case, which allows for easy storage and travel to and from school, rehearsals and concerts.