Detail 01
Low C extension
Adds keywork and body below low Eb, so cello and bassoon lines transfer without octave rewrites.
Product detailSKU #1274228085915
Buffet CramponGreenline 1193 Prestige Low C Bass Clarinet
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Professional low-C bass clarinet in Bb from Buffet's Prestige line. For orchestral and advanced players who need the extended low range.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral players facing parts written below low E
- Doublers whose repertoire demands a full-range professional bass
- Conservatory and career players buying a lifetime horn
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Students or first bass clarinet buyers — far more horn than needed
- Players who only read low-Eb band parts; the extension adds cost and weight
- Anyone wanting a light carry; low-C horns are long and heavy
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Pitched in Bb
Sounds a ninth below written pitch. Fingerings match soprano clarinet, so switching horns is straightforward.
Detail 03
Greenline body
Buffet's composite construction. Far less prone to cracking with humidity and temperature swings than solid wood.
Detail 04
Prestige tier
Buffet's professional level. Tighter tolerances and hand finishing over the intermediate lines.
Detail 05
Green finish
The body color comes from the material itself, not a coating, so scratches don't show a different layer underneath.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01You need a floor peg or stand; the horn is too long to rest on a chair
- 02Budget for a neck strap or harness — the weight lands on your thumb otherwise
- 03Have a tech play-test and adjust before you commit at this price
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What's the difference between low C and low Eb bass clarinet?
Low C horns extend the range four half-steps further down, with extra keys and a longer body. Orchestral parts often require it; concert band parts usually don't.
02Does it use the same fingerings as my Bb soprano clarinet?
Yes, the basic Boehm fingerings carry over. The low-C extension keys are additional and operated by the right pinky and thumb.
03Will a Greenline body crack?
The composite construction is far more stable against humidity and temperature change than solid wood, which is the main reason players choose it for touring and cold halls.
04Is this a step-up or a professional horn?
Professional. Prestige is Buffet's top tier, aimed at orchestral players and advanced students heading into performance careers.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPlayability
- Key
- Bb
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Green
