Author: NoradBob
Date: 2018-06-14 14:00
I realize this is an old post, but I didn't see a good answer to your question. The E13 is tuned to 442, the R13 is tuned to 440. So location is one difference. Another is type of organization; i.e., concert band, orchestra or other ensemble. Concert bands with lots of brass instruments tend to tune higher than orchestras. Finally, historical references might be factored in. Buffet R13s that didn't make the grade for whatever reason were given Evette Schaeffer K serial numbers with a "special" designation of Master Model, Modele Buffet Crampon and, lastly, a designation with a serial number beginning with the letter E. This would seem to be a natural evolution, getting a model number rather than a serial number designation.
RJH
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