BCXXI : Two initials and a number, signifying the beginning of a new century and representing the architecture of a new acoustic paradigm. Buffet's new top-of-the-line clarinet has arrived.
Today, Buffet Crampon started a revolution for the 21st century: a longer B-flat clarinet that pushes all boundaries. Eric Baret and four testers, musicians Michel Arrignon, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Martin Fröst, and Paul Meyer, are proud to present the BCXXI.
Louis-Auguste Buffet and Hyacinthe Klosé were the first great innovators in the history of the clarinet in the nineteenth century, adapting Boehm’s mobile rings and rethinking the sound concept with the groundwork of the first poly cylindrical bore.
Today, we start a revolution for the 21st century, one our Research and Development team has dreamed of for a very long time: a longer B-flat clarinet that pushes all boundaries.
Eric Baret and our four testers, musicians Michel Arrignon, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Martin Fröst, and Paul Meyer, are proud to present the BCXXI.
JUST IMAGINE…
The lower joint of a B-flat clarinet is extended by several centimetres in which a strategically placed resonance vent makes it possible to produce a low E-flat with a full and vibrant sound. Overall, the entire chalumeau register is greatly improved thanks to its limited flare in favour of a longer cylinder.
A shorter bell that no longer determines the accuracy of the fundamental notes E/B and F/C but serves as a resonator for the entire clarinet.
It has a surprisingly stable and easy high register, thanks partly to the elongated bottom joint.
A third fingering of the Bb middle register creates vibrations in the entire length of the instrument to produce a full and resonant sound. This new mechanism will also allow the musician to create new sequences without changing registers or to revise certain fingerings used in the pieces of the repertoire.
The balance of the left hand, especially G# /C#, D/A, has been greatly improved.
A slightly raised tone hole on D allows a more ergonomic positioning of the left-hand fingers by keeping them on the same horizontal plane.
Enjoy rediscovering the repertoire that includes a low Eb and is composed in A to Bb.
Finally, imagine aweight equivalent to a traditional clarinet thanks to its shorter bell and carbon fibre rings.
BCXXI : Two initials and a number, signifying the beginning of a new century and representing the architecture of a new acoustic paradigm.
Accessories : Rose gold Harmonie ligature with silverplated screws, Silver plated Buffet Crampon mouthpiece cap, Buffet Crampon pull-through
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Ozwinds TECH-ASSURE™ is a unique service that prepares your new musical instrument for sale.
Our certified technicians put the instrument through a comprehensive testing and adjustment process to ensure that it is ready to play with optimal performance from the moment you receive it.
Every new instrument setup with our TECH-ASSURE™ process which goes through a rigorous checklist so you can be assured that you are getting the best out of your new instrument.
We know the absolute importance of our TECH-ASSURE™ professional instrument setup to get your instrument playing at its peak, so don’t settle for anything less.
Our 13-Point Professional Set-up includes.
All transit packing and corks from the manufacturer are removed.
Thorough visual check for any wood or plating defects.
All pads checked for quality.
Test all pad seatings & key adjustments using a feeler gauge.
All key corks and felts checked, adjusted to set vent heights.
Regulate and adjust keywork as required.
All spring tensions checked and adjusted to create a balanced feel across the instrument.
Test final pad seal with a Magnehelic air pressure test.
Check joint tenons for correct fit and adjust.
Tenon corks checked for cork quality and greased.
Play test from top to bottom.
Case inspected for quality, instrument fit and accessories.
Instrument cleaned and carefully repacked.
Also Included: OurFREETECH-ASSURE™ 2 - 3 month maintenance service.
Visual check for any wood or plating defects.
Test all pad seatings & key adjustments using a feeler gauge.
All key corks and felts checked.
Regulate and adjust keywork as required.
Test final pad seal with a Magnehelic air pressure test.
