For the first time in its 200-year history, Buffet Crampon<\/b><\/span> presents a professional German system clarinet<\/b><\/span>, developed in collaboration with Matthias Schorn<\/b><\/span>, principal clarinetist of the Vienna Philharmonic<\/b><\/span>. The L\u00c9GENDE<\/b><\/span> model brings together Buffet Crampon\u2019s legendary craftsmanship with the velvety-soft tone of the Viennese sound tradition<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n Two systems \u2013 one musical universe.<\/b><\/span> Drawing on two centuries of expertise in Boehm clarinet making, Buffet Crampon transfers its innovation and precision to the German system, creating a top-tier instrument that meets the highest artistic demands.<\/p>\n The journey begins in Austria \u2013 the birthplace of Mozart\u2019s Clarinet Concerto K. 622, the most iconic work ever written for the instrument. It is only fitting that the L\u00c9GENDE<\/b><\/span> model reflects the essence of the Viennese clarinet aesthetic<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n The design emphasizes ease of play<\/b><\/span>, freedom of airflow<\/b><\/span> for effortless response, precise and centered tone<\/b><\/span>, and spot-on intonation<\/b><\/span>, allowing clarinetists to express themselves without limitation.<\/p>\n Drawing inspiration from the strengths of the Boehm system, the L\u00c9GENDE<\/b><\/span> includes reinforced tenons with metal rings<\/b><\/span> to ensure a long-lasting connection between the upper and lower joints. Two intonation rings<\/b><\/span> placed between the middle and lower joints provide flexibility and tuning stability<\/b><\/span>, especially at lower pitch levels.<\/p>\n Aesthetically, the instrument impresses with its elegant rose gold-plated keywork<\/b><\/span> and a gold medallion<\/b><\/span>, giving it a truly distinctive and luxurious look.<\/p>\n Tuning:<\/b> Bb<\/span><\/p>\n Pitch:<\/b><\/span> 442\/443 Hz<\/p>\n Body:<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n \u2022Selected Grenadilla wood (Dalbergia Melanoxylon)<\/p>\n Mechanism:<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n \u2022Tenons reinforced with metal rings for long-term joint stability<\/p>\n \u2022Duodecime key<\/p>\n \u20224 trill keys<\/p>\n \u2022a\/b trill key<\/p>\n \u2022a\u2032\u2013g\u266f\u2032 linkage<\/p>\n \u2022Second high C key on upper joint<\/p>\n \u2022F\u2033 and E\u266d\u2033 levers<\/p>\n \u2022Forked B key with ring on upper joint<\/p>\n \u2022Forked F mechanism<\/p>\n \u2022Split C key<\/p>\n \u2022Low E\/F correction<\/p>\n \u2022Flat bell with metal ring<\/p>\n \u2022Adjustable thumb rest<\/p>\n \u2022Blue steel springs<\/p>\n \u2022Silver- and rose gold-plated keywork<\/p>\n \u2022Two barrels included<\/p>\n Pads & Accessories:<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n \u2022Combination of Gore-Tex<\/b><\/span> (100% waterproof and breathable) and natural cork pads<\/p>\n \u2022Two brass tuning rings (1 mm each) for placement between middle and lower joints<\/p>\n \u2022Viennese bore<\/b><\/span>: 14.80 mm<\/p>\n
\nTechnical Features<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
Matthias Schorn recommends mouthpieces by Gleichweit<\/b> for this instrument.<\/span><\/h3>\n