Get Focused And Rich Tone with the Buffet Crampon BC1131-2-0 R-13 Bb Clarinet - Silver Plated Keys This clarinet is one of Buffet Crampon's historic models. Created in 1955 by Robert Carrée, the R13 clarinet was a big hit in the United States-- And still meets with unprecedented success. Its tone is focused and rich, and it is powerful in all registers. Its flexibility lends itself to all repertoires: symphonies or chamber music, soloists, teachers, military bands, students or amateurs. SPECIFICATIONS Key: Bb Pitch: 440 Hz Body: Carefully selected, treated and stained African blackwood Bore: Poly-cylindrical according to the Buffet Crampon method Keys: 17 Rings: 6 Thumb rest: Adjustable, enabling the use of a neck strap Keywork finish: Nickel Silver Springs: Blue steel springs for ease and accuracy of key movement Pads: Superior quality, double fish skin Case: Deluxe leather-covered wood shell case with plush interior