The Buffet E11 Intermediate Eb Clarinet features a stained African blackwood body and silver plated keywork. As well as this the E11 comes with stainless steel springs double fish-skin pads fixed thumb rest and standard keys and rings. The model is finished to a high standard and as well as being durable and reliable is also free blowing. Buffet has combined technology and experience to develop this clarinet. Manufactured in specially dedicated German workshops this E11 comes with a case mouthpiece ligature and reed. Please note that wooden instruments are affected by humidity and temperature and as a result the wood may expand and contract which would affect joints such as the tenons and bell rings. If you do experience any difficulties please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help. Buffet E11 This model was constructed using traditional methods combining technology and experience. All Buffet products are made in either their France or Germany workshop and the E11 is manufactured in Germany – specifically Markneukirchen. This free blowing clarinet is hand finished by one of Buffets highly skilled craftsmen to a professional standard. Grenadilla wood body Unlike other models the E11 features an African Blackwood (otherwise known as Grenadilla) body. The benefit from this is the unprecedented tone which is favoured by all professional musicians and has been the professional choice of wood for decades. Keys and mechanisms The Buffet E11 clarinet has a simple design featuring the standard 17 keys and 6 rings. All keywork is silver plated which is long lasting and ergonomic – allowing ease of play for students. This combined with a fixed thumb rest makes the E11 very enjoyable to play. All tone holes have been undercut and combined with double fishskin pads creating a great seal with better intonation and tonal character. Recommended student clarinet The Buffet Clarinet range comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience from some of the finest craftspeople in the world. Made in Markneukirchen in Germany this clarinet will ensure many years of hassle free playing because of its ease to service and maintain. Everything you need The Buffet E11 Eb Clarinet comes with a range of accessories enabling players to get started as soon as the package arrives. Included is a mouthpiece ligature and reed as well as a case which allows for easy storage and travel to and from school rehearsals and concerts. Buffet Crampon Since 1825 Buffet has developed around the recognition of its instrument manufacture. The guarantee of such quality is the charm to a players heart and as all products are made in either France or Germany workshops this quality is continuously reliable. All workers start as apprentices to learn everything they need to from highly skilled craftsmen however the most important skills are dedication passion and patience. Since birth almost every Buffet instrument has been continuously tested and developed. Listening to its players needs Buffet has adapted the instruments to cope with the period in time. Clarinet Specifications Key Of: Eb Pitch: 442 Hz Body: Stained African Blackwood Keys: 17 Rings: 6 Thumb Rest: Fixed Keywork Finish: Silver Plated Springs: Stainless Steel Pads: Double Fishskin Included Accessories: Case Mouthpiece Ligature and Reed