Clear resonant tone, super great intonation.
If you are looking for a great deal on a quality pro quality clarinet, this is it! Made in France by Buffet during the heyday of clarinet making. Check our pictures to see the condition of this Clarinet. This lovely instrument comes with the original clarinet case shown, the original Buffet mouthpiece, cork grease, drop through swab and some reeds (not shown). Buffet Crampon Evette-Schaeffer K-Series Wood Clarinet Master Model This is a used Wood Clarinet that is in very good condition. These Evette Schaeffer clarinets are considered by many to be as good as the R13 and were originally intended as R-13's but rejected and stamped Evette Schaefer because of a cosmetic imperfection. Though I have no evidence to substantiate this, a popular opinion is that Buffets that didn't pass quality control were marked Evette. Some, however, consider the Evettes a step below corresponding Buffet models. Plays up to pitch at A=440 with a rich resonant tone. They were made by Buffet, and are essentially analogous to whatever Buffets mainline pro model was. And even though Buffet Crampon clarinets are considered some of the most high-end instruments on the market, they still have student clarinets, so beginners can start out on the best as well.
This clarinet has just been overhauled with double skin Buffet silicon treated pads which are water resistant and will last longer than regular pads. From the traditional Bb clarinet to bass, harmony and Eb options, the selection here was designed to accommodate players of all types. Made from choice tight grained grenadilla wood and has nickel plated keys. For a time the Evette clarinets actually were built by other manufacturers under Buffet's sponsorship, and these instruments are marked'Evette sponsored by Buffet' By the early 1970s Buffet was making the Evettes in their own factory in Paris.
This is a highly desirable "K" Series Evette Schaeffer Bb clarinet was made by Buffet Crampon in France c.1960's. Constructed by traditional methods, combining technology and experience, this Buffet Crampon student clarinet is manufactured in specially dedicated German workshops in Markneukirchen.Features:Bb ClarinetDalbergia Melanoxylon Body w/ Stained African BlackwoodSilver Plated Keywork FinishStainless Steel SpringsGig Bag. Made by Buffet Crampon in France c.1960's The E11 is free blowing with a high quality hand finish and strong heritage.