Buffet Crampon R13A Clarinet W/ MOBA Bell, New Valentino Pads

One of several professional clarinets we are offering for sale. This is a Buffet Crampon R13A (key of A) clarinet. S/n 330XXX makes it approximately 1990. includes a Backun cocobolo bell with voicing groove--itself $320. It is in exceptional condition:  grenadilla body has no chips, cracks or repairs and nice, squared tenons with no wobble between joints. Silver plated rather than nickel (currently a $591 upgrade!) about 99.9% with little if any wear at all. Best of all, it is just through the shop in March 2026 where it had all new Valentino Master's Series synthetic pads installed--one of the quietest, longest-lasting pads available--and a new lower tenon cork to accommodate the slightly larger bell. Includes the original 66mm barrel, and note that we have dozens of barrels listed separately if you want to further customize your instrument. Plays delightfully across the entire instrument with a dark, rich tone, surprisingly good intonation, and an open, easy feel. Comes in a Buffet double pochette case with zippered case cover, also in excellent condition. The nicest R13A you'll find and in the best condition imaginable, and more than $3,000 less than brand new!
 
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