Buffet Crampon E-11 Clarinet
- B flat key, student clarinet
- Stained African blackwood body
- Poly-cylindrical bore inspired by the pro range
- Undercut tone holes for pitch accuracy
- Forged nickel-plated keys, stainless steel springs
- Double fish skin pads, soldered ring thumb rest
- Made in Germany, hand finished
- Gig bag, mouthpiece, Vandoren reed, HB ligature, BG swab
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A wooden Bb student clarinet from Buffet Crampon with a bore inspired by its professional line. Wood bodies ask for careful handling and drying, which suits a committed student.
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ASIN: B003BOXGX0Model: E11Category: Clarinets
Overview
Buffet Crampon builds the E-11 as a student clarinet in Bb, with a stained African blackwood body and forged nickel-plated keys. The poly-cylindrical bore is inspired by the brand's professional range and adapted for students.
A wooden body, a bore drawn from the pro line and a full starter kit of mouthpiece, reed, ligature and swab make it ready to play out of the bag. Wood asks for careful drying after each session, and the listing gives no weight or warranty, so check those with the dealer.
Who it's for
Suited to a student in school band or private lessons who is ready for a wooden instrument. Marching band players facing rain and cold may prefer a synthetic body.
Pros and cons
- Stained African blackwood body
- Bore inspired by the professional range
- Undercut tone holes aid pitch accuracy
- Stainless steel springs for precise action
- Weight and warranty not listed
- Wood body needs careful drying
- Gig bag, not a hard case
Performance notes
Intonation leans on the undercut tone holes and the poly-cylindrical bore, which shape how evenly the registers tune against each other. Stainless steel springs and double fish skin pads govern how cleanly the keys seal, and the included Vandoren reed sets the starting tone until the player settles on a reed of their own.
Specifications
| Brand | Buffet |
|---|---|
| Model | E11 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Nickel |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Material Type | Stained African blackwood, nickel |
| Other details | |
| Instrument Key | B Flat |
| Style | Classic |
| Thumb rest | Fixed with soldered ring |
| Bore | Poly-Cylindrical |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Keywork | Forged, nickel-plated |
| Pads | Double fish skin |
| Springs | Stainless steel |
| Tone holes | Undercut |
Frequently asked questions
How do I look after the Buffet E-11 wooden body?
The kit includes a BG swab, so pull it through the bore after each session to clear moisture. The listing gives no oiling or crack prevention guidance, so ask the dealer for Buffet's care advice.
Is the Buffet E-11 a professional clarinet?
No. Buffet calls it a student clarinet, with a bore inspired by its professional range and adapted for students.
Does the Buffet E-11 come with a hard case?
The listing names a gig bag case, not a hard shell, so add a hard case if you need more protection in transit.