Buffet Crampon Festival A Clarinet
The Versatile Choice for Professional Musicians
Designed in 1987 with guidance from Jacques Lancelot, Guy Deplus, and Michel Arrignon, the Buffet Crampon Festival A Clarinet meets the highest demands of today’s soloists, teachers, and advanced students. With exceptional versatility and tonal richness, it’s the ideal clarinet for interpreting a wide repertoire, from classical to contemporary.
Performance Redefined
The Festival A Clarinet combines Buffet Crampon’s legendary craftsmanship with modern innovation. Its poly-cylindrical bore ensures precise intonation and smooth transitions across all registers, delivering a warm, resonant sound that projects effortlessly in any setting.
Unmatched Craftsmanship
A Symphony of Design and Function
Made from premium, unstained grenadilla wood, the Festival A Clarinet offers durability and tonal clarity. Its silver-plated keywork ensures smooth action and reliability, while the adjustable thumb rest and E♭/A♭ lever provide enhanced ergonomic comfort for extended play.
A Clarinet for Every Repertoire
Whether performing Mozart, Boulez, or anything in between, the Festival A Clarinet adapts seamlessly to diverse musical styles. Its expressive capabilities and professional-grade construction make it a top choice for musicians seeking excellence in sound and versatility.
Key Specifications
| Model | Festival A Clarinet |
|---|---|
| Key | A |
| Pitch | 440/442 Hz |
| Body Material | Unstained grenadilla wood (Dalbergia Melanoxylon) |
| Bore | Poly-cylindrical |
| Barrels | 65 mm and 64 mm |
| Keywork | 18 keys, 6 rings; silver-plated |
| E♭/A♭ Lever | Standard |
| Springs | Needle and flat blue steel |
| Pads | GT waterproof, leather, and natural cork |
| Case | Traditional wooden case |
| Accessories | Ligature, mouthpiece cap, swab, cork grease, pencil |
