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Re: buffet S1

Author: Bob Bernardo
Date: 2018-01-03 04:10

Facts about the S1. Yes as others said it was a pro model. It was kind of based on what Hans Moennig was doing with his reverse taper barrel so the S1 had a reverse taper at the upper joint. It also had a very sweet sound and played well in tune. Actually better than the R13 models that were now new with larger bores. I think the S1 had the smaller bore, because of the reverse taper. Hard to really say because of the taper. The upper notes played well in tune. Hans did say with the A clarinet you didn't need to use the pinky finger on the upper register with his barrels. Interesting. Sadly though, I never played one.

I was lucky to see Hans work on a few and he did use a 67mm barrel. So the horn tuned slightly sharp, just like the old 1950's and 1960's R13 horns.

If you can find one, buy it.

It's that good of a horn. It may need some adjustments, such as tuning since it is 40 plus years old, but it may be well worth it. Too bad Buffet didn't continue making them. I've been looking for one for years. They are hard to find in decent condition. But buy it for the sound quality.

Designer of - Vintage 1940 Cicero Mouthpieces and the La Vecchia mouthpieces

Yamaha Artist 2015

Post Edited (2018-01-03 04:25)

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