{"product_id":"buffet-crampon-r13-sib-18-cles-argentees-bc1131l-2-0-25060","title":"R13 EB LEVER","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAn R13 that became a standard: the Buffet Crampon legacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong the major professional clarinets, the \u003cstrong\u003eBuffet Crampon R13\u003c\/strong\u003e holds a special place. Designed in \u003cstrong\u003e1955\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eRobert Carrée\u003c\/strong\u003e, it quickly established itself as a standard, especially in the United States, and remains today one of the most played models in conservatories as well as in orchestras. Its sound identity, both \u003cstrong\u003ecentered\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003erich in harmonics\u003c\/strong\u003e, has made it a reference clarinet for musicians seeking a reliable, expressive, and versatile instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e1994\u003c\/strong\u003e, Buffet Crampon introduced a major evolution with the \u003cstrong\u003eGreen LinE\u003c\/strong\u003e range. The idea: to offer a composite body made from ebony powder and carbon fibers, in order to improve stability and \u003cstrong\u003ereduce the risk of cracking\u003c\/strong\u003e caused by humidity and temperature variations. This Green LinE version is aimed at clarinetists who want to retain the aesthetics and response of a high-end instrument while gaining peace of mind in daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWho is this Bb clarinet for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eBb clarinet\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly suited for \u003cstrong\u003eadvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional\u003c\/strong\u003e musicians, as well as demanding late-cycle students who wish to step up to a higher-level instrument. Its playing flexibility allows it to adapt as well to classical contexts (symphony orchestra, chamber music, solo repertoire) as to ensembles where projection and presence are essential (wind bands, military orchestras).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to its overall balance, it is also suitable for teachers and musicians who need to switch between different styles and venues. The luthier adjustment, advertised as \"ready to play,\" is a real advantage: since mechanics and sealing are at the core of comfort, this promotes easier sound production and a more consistent response from the very first handling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSound and design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe R13 Green LinE stands out with a \u003cstrong\u003ecentered timbre\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eharmonic richness\u003c\/strong\u003e that add substance to the sound without sacrificing clarity. Projection is described as powerful across \u003cstrong\u003eall registers\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a response designed to remain homogeneous from low to high notes. This stability is essential for ensemble playing, where solid intonation and consistent tone color are sought, but also for phrasing work as a soloist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003eGreen LinE\u003c\/strong\u003e body is based on a composite material designed to maintain an acoustic personality close to ebony while providing better resistance to everyday stresses. The \u003cstrong\u003epoly-cylindrical bore\u003c\/strong\u003e (i.e., the internal profile of the tube, crucial for intonation, sound production, and tone color) contributes to the R13's identity, offering a sense of control and sound stability appreciated by many clarinetists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMechanically, the clarinet features \u003cstrong\u003e18 keys\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e6 rings\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003esilver-plated finish\u003c\/strong\u003e valued for its feel and aesthetics. 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