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Product Code: BUF-BC2540N50GB
$1079
Buffet B12 B Flat Clarinet with Gigbag
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Product Information
The Buffet B12 B♭ clarinet represents a lineage of reliability that spans decades, built on the principle that entry–level instruments needn't sacrifice playability or durability. Buffet's decision to use ABS resin for the body delivers a lightweight, weather–resistant alternative to traditional grenadilla wood—a practical choice for musicians navigating variable humidity and outdoor performance demands without the risk of seasonal cracking. The nickel–plated nickel silver keywork provides a robust mechanism engineered for both frequent practice and gigging wear.
Construction centres on an ABS body paired with Valentino synthetic pads, delivering consistent response across the register whilst minimising maintenance cycles common to wooden instruments. The material pairing sidesteps the dimensional instability that humidity inflicts on wood, making the B12 genuinely suitable for all–weather use—rehearsal studios, outdoor venues, or touring situations where climate control isn't guaranteed. Nickel silver keywork offers corrosion resistance and mechanical durability, holding regulation and responding predictably under heavy playing schedules. The supplied gigbag (model BC2540N–5–0GB) provides portable protection, whilst a hard plastic case option (BC2540N–5–0ABS) is also available.
This combination makes the B12 equally at home as a learner's first instrument and as a reliable backup or outdoor clarinet for semi–professional and professional musicians seeking an instrument unburdened by wood's vulnerability. The synthetic pad setup requires less frequent regulation than traditional materials, reducing long–term maintenance costs.
Features
- ABS resin body; humidity–resistant, lightweight, and crack–resistant
- Nickel–plated nickel silver keywork for durability and corrosion resistance
- Valentino synthetic pads for consistent response and reduced maintenance
- Supplied with BC2540N–5–0GB soft gigbag for portable protection
- Hard plastic case option available (model BC2540N–5–0ABS)
- Ideal for outdoor performance and all–weather use without seasonal cracking
- Lightweight construction suits younger players and extended playing sessions
- Suitable as learner instrument or reliable backup for experienced clarinetists