Buffet Crampon Gala Bb (18 Keys) - BC1121L-2-0P
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A Clarinet Born from a New Generation of Bore at Buffet Crampon
The Buffet Crampon GALA continues the research initiated with the Légende and Tradition clarinets (family introduced in 2017), aiming to combine the "traditional" feel under the fingers with a more modern acoustic design. In 2020, Buffet Crampon chose to extend this approach with an instrument unexpected in its positioning: a professional-level clarinet, made in France, emphasizing bore consistency, material quality, and refined presentation, while remaining more accessible.
For Whom and in Which Styles?
In Bb, the GALA is primarily aimed at advanced and professional clarinetists seeking a versatile instrument capable of meeting the demands of the classical repertoire as well as the flexibility required in ensemble music (wind orchestra, chamber music, section playing). Its balance across registers and projection also make it a very relevant option for musicians who alternate between precision work and stage situations, where sound presence and tuning must remain consistent.
Sound and Design
The GALA's design highlights rich harmonics and an overall balance of registers, with a homogeneous response from chalumeau to the high register. The poly-cylindrical bore promotes a feeling of stability and solid intonation, while the wooden tone holes contribute to acoustic continuity and a more organic timbre. The leather pads provide reliable sealing and comfortable touch, and the black nickel finish (keywork, rings, medallion, ligature) emphasizes a modern, elegant, and controlled aesthetic.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
The clarinet comes with a soft case as well as a mouthpiece cap, a ligature, a swab, and a microfiber cloth : essentials to start immediate maintenance and daily transport.
Technical specifications
| Level | Professional | System | Boehm |
| Tone | Bb | Color | Black |
| Body material | Grenadilla | ||
| Key | Bb | Keys | 18 / Rings: 6 |
| Tuning | 440/442 Hz | Thumb rest | Adjustable |
| Body | African Blackwood (Dalbergia Melanoxylon), stained | Key finish | Black nickel-plated |
| Bore | Poly-cylindrical | Springs | Blued steel |
| Barrels | 65 and 66 mm for Bb model | Pads | Leather and cork (chalumeau key) |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Buffet Crampon Gala Bb clarinet suitable for a professional level?
Designed for advanced and professional clarinetists, this Bb clarinet meets the demands of classical repertoire and ensemble playing. Its 440/442 Hz pitch is suitable for these performance contexts.
What sound characteristics does the Gala's poly-cylindrical bore provide?
The poly-cylindrical bore ensures stable intonation and homogeneous sound production from the chalumeau register to the upper register. The wooden tone holes contribute to acoustic continuity. The grenadilla wood body adds to the timbre described as organic.
Buffet Crampon Gala Bb 18 keys: what keywork configuration does it have?
With 18 keys, 6 rings, and a Boehm system, the configuration includes an adjustable thumb rest.
What pads and springs equip this clarinet?
The pads are leather, except for the chalumeau key, which has a cork pad. The springs are made of blued steel.
What accessories come with the Gala clarinet?
The delivery includes a pouch case, a mouthpiece cap, a ligature, a swab, and a microfiber cloth. The keywork and rings have a black nickel finish.
