Buffet's new intermediate level instrument. Developed through industrial cooperation between Buffet's Research & Development arm and their Production facilities based in France and Germany, the E12F clarinet is derived from professional models and made in Buffet Crampon’s French workshops; the key assembly and quality control are carried out by their German teams in Markneukirchen. Ease of play, reliability, and accurate tuning are the main characteristics of this new Buffet Crampon clarinet. The E12F: setting new standards for young musicians. It comes with a lightweight ergonomic backpack fitted with extra side pockets. Technical: Key: Bb Pitch: 442 Hz Body: Unstained African blackwood, treated and lacquered Bore: Poly-cylindrical Keys: 17 Rings: 6 Thumb rest: Adjustable, enabling the use of a neck strap Keywork finish: Silver plated Springs: Blue steel, flat and needle springs Pads: Leather Pillars: Screwed