The basset horn was used magnificently by renowned composers such as Mozart, Boulez and Stockhausen (just to name a few).
The RC Prestige basset horn is a remarkably designed instrument with the following features:
- Key of F
- 19 keys, 7 plateau
- Unstained Grenadilla wood
- Silver plated keys
- Range to low C
- Left hand Eb/Ab lever
- Automatic double octave keys with high Bb key
- Half hole speaker vent for notes above high C
- Undercut tone holes
- Stainless steel rods and pivot screws
This premium model Buffet basset horn comes with our RMS Professional Set Up:
- All tenons are checked and adjusted for proper fit.
- Most of the original pads are preserved, but a few are replaced to improve response and evenness between notes.
- A few original bumpers are preserved, but most are replaced with more durable and reliable materials for a more optimal mechanism performance.
- All key tension is regulated.
- Final play-test and final adjustments are made.
Buffet RC Prestige Basset Horn (With RMS Professional Set Up) $21,396
***All Basset horns are custom orders and are a final purchase.
If you are interested in trying our clarinets, you can learn more about our clarinet trials here. Contact us at info@rodriguezmusical.com or 470-545-9803.
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