Buffet Crampon BC XXI Bb Clarinet
The perfect fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern acoustical technology
The Buffet Crampon BC XXI Bb Clarinet is a masterfully crafted instrument that combines the excellence of Buffet Crampon's renowned acoustics with cutting-edge technology. Made from African Blackwood, this clarinet delivers a warm, resonant sound with impressive projection, featuring an adjustable thumb rest and a redesigned bore for optimal tonal clarity.
Revolutionary Features
This revolutionary clarinet was introduced by Buffet Crampon in 2022, bringing innovative features that enhance sound quality and playability:
- The extended lower joint of the B-flat clarinet, with a strategically placed resonance vent, produces a full, vibrant low E-flat and improves the entire chalumeau register with limited flare for a longer cylinder.
- A shorter bell serves as a resonator for the entire clarinet rather than determining the accuracy of fundamental notes, enhancing overall tonal quality.
- An exceptionally stable and easy high register, supported by the elongated bottom joint.
- A third fingering of Bb in the middle register activates vibrations along the entire instrument, producing a resonant sound and enabling seamless transitions across registers.
- Improved balance for left-hand keys, especially for G♯ /C♯ and D/A positions.
- A raised tone hole on D allows more ergonomic positioning for the left-hand fingers, keeping them on a single horizontal plane.
- The ability to rediscover repertoire pieces in A to Bb, including compositions featuring low E-flat, with the BC XXI Bb Clarinet.
- Achieve a traditional clarinet weight despite advanced features, thanks to a shorter bell and lightweight carbon fiber rings.
Buffet Crampon BC XXI Bb Clarinet Technical Specifications
- Key: B-flat
- Pitch: 440/442 Hz
- Body: Natural Grenadilla wood (Dalbergia Melanoxylon), Buffet Crampon cylindrical bore, Green LinE inserts on tone holes of the upper joint, metal-capped tenons, delivered with 2 barrels: 65mm and 64mm
- Keywork: 19 keys and 6 rings, adjustable thumb rest, Eb lever, low Eb/Bb key, silver and gold plating, metal pins with O-ring, blue steel springs
- Pads: Combination of GT pads (100% waterproof and breathable) and natural cork pads
- Case: Special BC XXI compact, black
- Accessories: Rose gold Harmonie ligature with silver screws, silver-plated Buffet Crampon mouthpiece cap, Buffet Crampon pull-through
