Buffet Crampon Divine A (19 Keys) - BC1260L-2-0

Divine: The Evolution of the RC Family at Buffet Crampon

With the Divine, Buffet Crampon opens a new chapter in its high-end range by evolving the RC bore family. While the Tosca represented the pinnacle of the R13 lineage, the Divine stands out through in-depth acoustic research, enriched by the experience of renowned international clarinetists and collaboration with Paul Meyer. The result: an A clarinet aiming for excellence in every detail, from bore design, hole placement, and mechanical optimization, while integrating significant technological choices for the brand.

For Which Musicians and Repertoires?

The Buffet Crampon Divine A clarinet is primarily intended for advanced and professional clarinetists seeking an instrument capable of withstanding demanding playing conditions: wide dynamic ranges, precise articulation, and mastery of registers across the full tessitura. It naturally fits in classical music (orchestra, chamber music, concerto), where the A clarinet is essential, but it is also suitable for musicians desiring a very stable response and facilitated sound production for modern programs, auditions, and recordings.

Sound and Design

Made exclusively from selected grenadilla wood, the Divine emphasizes a rich timbre, controlled projection, and great homogeneity across registers. The work on the Buffet Crampon poly-cylindrical bore aims to make transitions smoother and improve ease of sound production, even in "extreme" playing situations where intonation precision and air column stability become critical. The Green LinE inserts positioned on certain spots of the upper joint limit the risk of air leaks on the most exposed holes, while enhancing long-term reliability. Another visual and functional signature: the carbon fiber thread (Buffet Crampon patent) replaces metal rings, providing a weight reduction of about 60 g and a new overall balance, with an instrument that vibrates more and promotes freer sound production.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the best out of this A clarinet, you can pair it with a clarinet swab (for cleaning the body and tenons), as well as A clarinet reeds suited to your mouthpiece opening and playing style. Regarding the mouthpiece, since the Divine is an A clarinet, it is compatible with a Bb/A clarinet mouthpiece (market standard), to be chosen according to the desired color and your comfort in sound production.

Technical specifications

Level	Professional	System	Boehm
Tone	A	Color	Black
Body material	Grenadilla

Key	A	Comes with 2 barrels	66 mm (440 Hz) and 65 mm (442 Hz)
Tunings	440/442 Hz	Low F correction key	design comparable to the Tosca model