Buffet Crampon BC811 1 SERIES LACQUERED

The Série 100: Access to the Buffet Crampon Universe

With the Série 100, Buffet Crampon offers an alto saxophone designed to accompany the first years of practice without sacrificing the essentials: intonation, playing comfort, and sound coherence. The brand is renowned for its manufacturing standards in the wind instrument world, and this series serves as a serious entry point to a reliable study instrument capable of supporting the student's progress.

For Which Musician and Styles?

The Buffet Crampon Série 100 is primarily aimed at beginners and intermediate players seeking an accessible, stable, and pleasant Eb alto saxophone for daily use. It is perfectly suited for conservatory settings, music schools, wind bands, and ensembles, while remaining relevant for exploring varied repertoires: classical (sound and articulation work), pop, brass band, and early jazz approaches. Its consistent behavior helps build embouchure and breath control, key points in the initial stages.

Sound and Design

Designed to facilitate learning, this alto saxophone emphasizes easy sound production and a steady response to minimize unnecessary effort while developing technique. The sound is described as timbred and centered, with marked homogeneity between low, middle, and high registers-a notable advantage for working on intonation and breath continuity. In terms of construction, the clear gold lacquered brass finish offers a classic aesthetic and daily protection for the instrument. The leather pads with metal resonators enhance sealing and attack precision, while the blued steel springs provide responsive mechanics. The mother-of-pearl keys offer comfort under the fingers, and the hand engraving on the bell highlights attention to detail.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of an alto saxophone, you can consider alto saxophone reeds suited to your level, a neck strap or harness for playing comfort, as well as a swab for the body and a swab for the mouthpiece to maintain the instrument after each session. These accessories are common standards for the alto saxophone family and facilitate both progress and equipment longevity.

Technical specifications

Level	Student	Color	Yellow
Tone	Eb	Finishing	Varnished
Body material	Varnished brass

Key	Eb	Posts	soldered on plates
Finish	clear gold lacquered brass	Keys	mother-of-pearl
Pads	leather with metal resonators	Engraving	hand-engraved on the bell
Springs	blued steel