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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
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Key Features
The Buffet B12 Bb Clarinet is a dependable student instrument for beginners, schools, and returning players alike. Reintroduced in 2025, the latest generation builds on a model that first helped establish Buffet Crampon as a leading name in student clarinets more than 30 years ago. That long-standing heritage, combined with modern manufacturing, makes it a practical choice for learning and everyday playing.
The lightweight ABS body is comfortable to hold and resists changes in humidity, making it well suited to rehearsals, outdoor performances, and classroom use without the concerns associated with wooden instruments. Nickel-plated nickel silver keywork provides a durable mechanism designed for frequent practice, while the 17-key Boehm system offers the familiar layout used by teachers and exam boards. Supplied with a mouthpiece, reed, gig bag, and essential maintenance accessories, the B12 gives you everything needed to get started with confidence.
Product Ref: 358220
Buffet Crampon has been crafting woodwind instruments since 1825, earning a reputation among students and professional musicians alike. The original B12, introduced more than 30 years ago, opened the brand to a wider audience across Europe, the United States, Australia, and Asia by making a Buffet clarinet more accessible. The latest 2025 generation continues that legacy, retaining the key characteristics that made the B12 a trusted choice while updating the instrument for today's learners. Whether you're starting lessons or returning to the clarinet after a break, it offers a proven foundation for developing your playing.
The ABS polymer body keeps the clarinet lightweight, making it easier to hold during longer practice sessions, particularly for younger players. Unlike traditional grenadilla wood, ABS is highly resistant to humidity and temperature changes, reducing the risk of cracking when moving between rehearsal rooms, classrooms, or outdoor performances. This practical construction makes the B12 a dependable option for regular use throughout the year, especially if you're looking for an instrument that requires less environmental care than a wooden clarinet.
The 17-key, 6-ring Boehm system gives you the standard fingering layout used in most teaching environments, helping lessons and technique develop naturally. Nickel-plated nickel silver keywork is designed to withstand regular use, while blue steel springs provide a responsive feel under the fingers. Bladder pads, a fixed thumb rest, and the durable key mechanism all contribute to consistent performance, helping you focus on building tone, technique, and musical confidence rather than worrying about reliability.
The B12 includes a practical gig bag along with the everyday accessories needed to start playing straight away. Inside you'll find a mouthpiece, reed, ligature, mouthpiece cap, swab, cork grease, and pencil, so there's no need to source essential items separately. This complete package is ideal if you're buying your first clarinet or need a dependable second instrument for outdoor concerts, rehearsals, or travel — giving you a practical setup from the very first lesson.
