Buffet Crampon

France, est. 1856 · 55 products across 1 categories

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About Buffet Crampon

Buffet Crampon is a globally recognized name synonymous with exceptional woodwind instruments, particularly clarinets and oboes. Rooted in a rich French heritage, the company has cultivated a reputation for craftsmanship, tonal quality, and innovative design, consistently favored by professional musicians worldwide. Their instruments are prized for their responsiveness, projection, and nuanced expression.

Founded

1856

Country

France

Segment

Premium

Target

Buffet Crampon instruments are primarily targeted toward serious students, advan

Known For

Prestige Clarinets Legend Series Clarinets Crystal Oboe Boehm System Design French-style Keywork

PROS

• Exceptional tonal color and projection
• Superior craftsmanship and durability
• Responsive and comfortable keywork
• Highly sought-after by professional musicians
• Wide range of models for diverse needs

CONS

• Premium-priced, potentially inaccessible to beginners
• Can require significant embouchure development
• Maintenance demands specialized knowledge
• Some models may feel heavier than competitors
• Limited availability in certain regions

Buffet Crampon Products

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clar. 19/6 Mopane Ltd

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,846

Bb Clarinet, Limited edition to mark the 200th anniversary of Buffet...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon SENZO Copper Alto Sax

Alto Saxophones

$7,171

Alto Saxophone, Copper body, Brass key system, Adjustable octave keys, Blue steel...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Tosca A-Clarinet 19/6 GL

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,813

Buffet Crampon Tosca A-Clarinet 19/6 Green, Tosca A Clarinet, Model BC1250GL-2-0, Tosca series, Boehm system, With Eb...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 18/6 Gig Bag

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$1,955

Bb Clarinet (Boehm System), Model BC1102LC-2-0GB, 18 keys and six rings,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Gig Bag

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$1,744

Bb Clarinet (Boehm System), Model: BC1102C-2-0GB, 17 keys and six rings,...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prodige Alto Sax Set

Alto Saxophones

$1,046

Weight 1 kg

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Set

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$977

Weight 0.149 kg

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prodige Alto Sax

Alto Saxophones

$1,046

Alto Saxophone, Material: Brass, Gold lacquer finish, Leather pads with metal...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clarinet 19/6 Mopane

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,917

Bb Clarinet 19/6, Tosca Series, Boehm System, Material: Mopane, Tuning:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Légende Bb-Clarinet Mopane

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$9,661

Bb Clarinet, "Legend" series, Boehm System, Material: Mopane, Tuning: 440 /...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon BC4067-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$5,611

Oboe, Conservatory model, French fingering, Tuning pitch: 440 - 443 Hz, Body made of...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon RC Prestige A-Clar 18/6 - NEW

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$6,624

A-Clarinet with Eb Lever, New model, Boehm System, RC Prestige Series,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon BCXXI Bb-Clarinet 19/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$9,196

Buffet Crampon BCXXI Bb Clarinet 19/6, Bb Clarinet, Böhm system, Lower section lengthened by several centimetres, in...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Set

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$716

Weight 0.149 kg

4.5 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E-11 C-Clarinet 17/6

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,210

C Clarinet, 442 Hz, Boehm system, Made of African grenadilla, Treated and...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E-11 Eb-Clarinet 17/6

Eb Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,210

Eb Clarinet, 442 Hz, Boehm system, Made of African grenadilla wood, Treated and...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Gala A-Clarinet 18/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$3,666

A-Clarinet, Model: BC1221L, Boehm System, Gala model, Same bore as the "Tradition"...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Gala Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$3,723

Bb Clarinet, Model: BC1121L, Boehm system, Gala model, Same bore as the model...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Gala Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$3,329

Bb Clarinet, Model: BC1121, Boehm system, Gala model, Same bore as the...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon RC Prestige Bb-Clar 18/6 - NEW

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$6,052

Bb Clarinet with Eb Lever, New model: BC1108L-2-0, Boehm system, RC...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prestige Bass low D/C

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$15,134

Buffet Crampon Prestige Bass Clarinet low C, Bb Bass Clarinet, Model: BC1183R-2-0, Prestige model, Up to deep D/C (with...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon BC4131-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$2,676

Oboe, Prodige series, Conservatory model, Grenadilla (Dalbergia Melanoxylon) with...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon BC4161-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$3,201

Oboe, Prodige series, Conservatory model, Made of grenadilla (Dalbergia Melanoxylon)...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$802

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb Clarinet 18/6, Bb Clarinet, Model: BC2541L-2-0GB, Boehm System, 18 Keys, 6 Rings, Body: ABS,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Légende Bb- Clarinet 19/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,685

Buffet Crampon Légende Bb Clarinet 19/6, Bb Clarinet, Model: BC1156L-2-0, Legend Series, Boehm system, Made of...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Légende A-Clarinet 19/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,963

A-Clarinet, Model: BC1256L-2-0, Legend Series, Boehm system, Made of...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon BC-4062-2-0 Oboe

Oboes

$3,422

Oboe, Prodige series, Conservatory model, From Grenadilla (Dalbergia Melanoxylon),...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Tradition A-Clarinet 19/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$7,089

A-Clarinet, Model: BC1216LN-2-0P, Boehm system, Tuning: A' = 440/ 442 Hz,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$686

Bb Clarinet, Model: BC2541-2-0GB, Boehm system, 17 Keys, 6 Rings, ABS body,...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Divine A-Clarinet 19/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$9,162

A-Clarinet, BC1260L-2-0, Boehm system, 440 - 442 Hz, Eb lever, Hand-selected...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Divine Bb-Clarinet 19/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,963

Bb Clarinet, BC1160L-2-0, Boehm system, 440 / 442 Hz, Eb lever, Made from...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon RC A-Clarinet 18/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$4,842

A Clarinet, Model: BC1214L-2-0, RC Series, Boehm System, 440 / 442 Hz, 18 keys, 6...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon RC A-Clarinet 17/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$4,365

Buffet Crampon BC1214-2-0 RC A-Clarinet 17, A clarinet, RC series, Boehm system, 440/442 Hz, 17 Keys, 6 Rings, Leather...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon RC Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$4,249

Buffet Crampon BC1114-2-0 RC Bb-Clarinet 17, Bb Clarinet, RC series, Boehm system, 440 - 442 Hz, 17 Keys, 6 Rings, 2...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Bass Clarinet

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$16,754

Buffet Crampon BC1195 Bass Clarinet, Bb Bass Clarinet, Model: Tosca, Range to low C, Böhm system, Body completely made...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E12FL Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$1,734

Bb Clarinet, Successor to the E-11 France, Boehm system, Made completely of...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E12F Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$1,512

Bb Clarinet, E12F, Successor to the E-11 France, Boehm system, Made completely of...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clarinet 19/6 GL

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$7,915

Bb Clarinet, Model: BC1150GL-2-0, Tosca series, With Eb lever, With deep F...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon BC1503-2-0 Alto Clarinet

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$12,572

Buffet Crampon Alto Clarinet, Alto Clarinet in Eb, Model BC1503-2-0, Range to low Eb, Body is made from unstained...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon R13 Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$4,422

Bb Clarinet, Model BC1131L-2-0, Boehm System, A = 440 Hz, 18 Keys, 6 Rings,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon R13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$4,132

Bb Clarinet, Boehm system, A = 440 Hz, 17 Keys, 5 Rings, Silver plated mechanisms,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prestige Bass low C GL

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$14,668

Bb Bass Clarinet, Prestige model BC1193G-2-0, To low C, Eb / Ab lever, G...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E-13 A-Clarinet 17/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$2,281

A-Clarinet, Model BC1202-2-0, Boehm system, Completely made of grenadilla wood...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon RC Eb-Clarinet 17/6

Eb Clarinets (Boehm)

$5,174

Eb Clarinet, Model BC1512-2-0, Boehm System, RC Series, Made of grenadilla wood,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Prestige Bass low C

Other Clarinets (Boehm)

$13,144

Bb Bass Clarinet, Prestige Model BC1193-2-0, To low C, Eb / Ab lever, G Resonance...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon E-11 A-Clarinet 17/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$1,940

A clarinet, Model BC2401-2-0, Boehm system, Completely made of Grenadilla wood,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Tosca A-Clarinet 19/6

A Clarinets (Boehm)

$8,685

A-Clarinet, Model BC1250L-2-0, With Eb lever, Low-F improvement, Boehm system,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clarinet 19/6

Bb Clarinets (Boehm)

$7,915

Bb Clarinet, Tosca Series, Boehm System, Made of grenadilla wood, Tuning pitch:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buffet Crampon

While the company has a global presence, the majority of Buffet Crampon’s premium instruments are still handcrafted in Mantes-la-Jolie, France, with some production also taking place in Elkhart, Indiana (USA).

The 'Prestige' line represents Buffet Crampon’s highest-end offerings, featuring more refined detailing and often utilizing more select wood. The 'Legend' series offers exceptional quality at a slightly more accessible price point, still maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship.

While renowned for their professional-level performance, Buffet clarinets can be challenging for absolute beginners due to their demanding nature and nuanced response. However, the BC1003 model is often recommended as a good starting point.

About Buffet Crampon

Buffet Crampon Products

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clar. 19/6 Mopane Ltd

Buffet Crampon SENZO Copper Alto Sax

Buffet Crampon Tosca A-Clarinet 19/6 GL

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 18/6 Gig Bag

Buffet Crampon E-13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Gig Bag

Buffet Crampon Prodige Alto Sax Set

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Set

Buffet Crampon Prodige Alto Sax

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clarinet 19/6 Mopane

Buffet Crampon Légende Bb-Clarinet Mopane

Buffet Crampon BC4067-2-0 Oboe

Buffet Crampon RC Prestige A-Clar 18/6 - NEW

Buffet Crampon BCXXI Bb-Clarinet 19/6

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 17/6 Set

Buffet Crampon E-11 C-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon E-11 Eb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon Gala A-Clarinet 18/6

Buffet Crampon Gala Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Buffet Crampon Gala Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon RC Prestige Bb-Clar 18/6 - NEW

Buffet Crampon Prestige Bass low D/C

Buffet Crampon BC4131-2-0 Oboe

Buffet Crampon BC4161-2-0 Oboe

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Buffet Crampon Légende Bb- Clarinet 19/6

Buffet Crampon Légende A-Clarinet 19/6

Buffet Crampon BC-4062-2-0 Oboe

Buffet Crampon Tradition A-Clarinet 19/6

Buffet Crampon Prodige Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon Divine A-Clarinet 19/6

Buffet Crampon Divine Bb-Clarinet 19/6

Buffet Crampon RC A-Clarinet 18/6

Buffet Crampon RC A-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon RC Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Bass Clarinet

Buffet Crampon E12FL Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Buffet Crampon E12F Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clarinet 19/6 GL

Buffet Crampon BC1503-2-0 Alto Clarinet

Buffet Crampon R13 Bb-Clarinet 18/6

Buffet Crampon R13 Bb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon Prestige Bass low C GL

Buffet Crampon E-13 A-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon RC Eb-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon Prestige Bass low C

Buffet Crampon E-11 A-Clarinet 17/6

Buffet Crampon Tosca A-Clarinet 19/6

Buffet Crampon Tosca Bb-Clarinet 19/6

Frequently Asked Questions About Buffet Crampon

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