Buffet Crampon RC Prestige Bb Clarinet
Refined tradition. Orchestral power.
The RC Prestige Bb Clarinet sits proudly within Buffet Crampon’s esteemed Professional range. Crafted from specially selected, natural African blackwood, left unstained to preserve its rich, organic appearance, this model is known for its full, projecting tone and elegant craftsmanship—making it a top choice for professional orchestral clarinettists around the world.
The RC Prestige features a historical poly-cylindrical bore, paired with a specially designed Prestige bell, which enhances depth and clarity across the instrument's range. The tone holes are individually hand-polished, and each body joint is reinforced with integrated metal rings, helping to prevent cracking and ensure long-term structural integrity.
Exceptional silver-plated keywork, an adjustable thumb rest, and metal-capped tenons round out a build designed for durability and comfort. With a characteristically warm and powerful sound, the RC Prestige delivers a precise response and tonal flexibility ideal for both solo and ensemble performance.
Specifications:
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Key: Bb
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Pitch: 440 Hz
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Body: Natural African blackwood with polished finish
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Bore: Historical poly-cylindrical
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Bell: Special Prestige bore design
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Tone Holes: Hand-polished
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Tenons: Metal-capped with integrated metal rings
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Keywork: Silver-plated (forged, copper-plated then silver-plated via Buffet Crampon’s method)
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Keys/Rings: 18 keys / 6 rings
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Springs: Blue steel
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Pads: GT pads and cork pad on register key
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Thumb Rest: Adjustable
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All of our instruments are thoroughly inspected and expertly set up by our experienced technicians. No matter the size or price, every instrument undergoes the same meticulous process.
At Clarinet & Flute, we understand that a professional setup is essential to ensure your new instrument performs at its absolute best from day one.
As an added benefit, we offer an exclusive service to our customers: any new clarinet or flute purchased from us can be brought back within one year for a free checkover—helping to keep your instrument playing at its peak.