S e n z o • 4 0 0 S e r i e s • 1 0 0 S e r i e ssaxophones

Buffet Crampon is firmly-fixed, through its history and its name, in the tradition of the manufacture of top of the range wind instruments. Since 1825 the brand has developed around a know -how o f e xcep t i ona l in s t rument manu fac tu r e . This heritage remains the guarantee of recognition of our products “Made in France” and “Made in Germany“.

Thus for nearly 200 years, musicians have continued to find artistic excellence and the passion of music with Buffet Crampon instruments. In a collusive and intuitive dialogue with the most renowned artists, the brand’s ambition is to combine tradition with modernity, know-how with creation, history with innovation, in order to offer wind instruments of reference.

Buffet Crampon continues its quest for excellence, regularly applying for new patents, and is currently proposing a complete line of saxophones that will respond to the demands of both professionals and amateurs:

• Senzo, professional range: alto and tenor• “400 Series”, adanced range : alto, tenor et baritone• “100 Series”, student range: alto and tenor

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senzo announces the rebirth of Buffet Crampon’s professional saxophones. senzo, which means ancestor in Japanese, combines Buffet Crampon’s tradition of musical excellence with a sensual and modern approach. Inspired by the legendary superDynaction and s1 models, this new saxophone retains the brand’s distinctive round, sensual and emotional sound with major improvements.

This instrument is unique in its ability to provide ease of play in executing the most complex intervals and is free-blowing in every register. even the most demanding saxophone players will find the lower register surprisingly easy. From velvety low to impressively bright high notes, this model’s sound range is infinite, allowing the player to express the most varied of musical styles.

Intonation was a particular focus in the quest for perfection and Internal volumes were reviewed in order to provide an extended and enhanced range of tuned sound (438-444hz).

special attention has been given to the neck’s bore to increase the flexibility of play throughout the saxophone’s register. an optional bore with increased projection and a lighter timbre is also available along with a silver or gold finish. a magnificent hand-made floral engraving brings out the pure copper used in manufacturing the instrument’s body.

senzo, destined to be the new standard in professional alto saxophones, is an essential step towards the renewal of Buffet Crampon saxophones. It faithfully reflects the combination of French musical instrument making know-how with state of the art technology to meet today’s musical demands.

Saxophone• Red copper body, yellow brass keywork.• Adjustable palm keys.• Blue steel springs.• Leather pads with metal resonators.

Bell and neCk • French handmade workmanship and engraving.• BC-patented resonance cavity in the neck.

optionS • Silver plated neck and gold plated octave key.• Gold plated neck and octave key.

aCCeSSorieS • senzo Metal ligature with two screws, two ribs on the reed

holder, metal mouthpiece cap.• Ergonomic strap.• Swab fast absorbency, protected weight does not scratch your instrument, lint free.• Untreated polish cloth.• Light, compact and modern backpack case, made in fiberglass.

Maximum protection. pocket for music scores.

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s e n zo BC2525-7B: red copper BC2525-8: lacquerBC2525-1: brushedBC2525-2: red copper silvered

NEW PROFESSIONAL SAXOPHONE

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4 0 0 s e rie sBC8403-1: baritone lacquer

The 400 series is designed for the advanced student and the professional saxophonist. The saxophones are meticulously hand engraved and assembled for the highest level of quality and workmanship.

With keywork up to high F# and exceptional response in the upper and lower registers, the 400 series saxophones provide an even response and intonation.

SpeCifiCationS

French design, hand engraving on key cups, bell, bow, body and neck, pisoni pads with metal resonators, double arms on low C, B, Bb keys for better feel and stability in low register, ribbed construction, mother of pearl key buttons, high F# key, brass matt or rich gold lacquer finish, deluxe backpack style case. Two finishes: Brass matt or lacquer.

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• Large bow: effortless response on low C#, C, B and Bb.• Double bracing on low C, B and Bb keys: helps keep bell keys in

adjustment for seal.• Focused, clear tone: suitable for jazz and classical performance.• Deluxe back pack case: convenient, durable and lightweight.

IDEAL COMBINATION OF TONAL QUALITIES FOR JAZZ OR CLASSICAL PERFORMANCE

T h e B a r i t o n eThe new saxophone series incorporates classic French design combined with modern innovation to produce exceptional and affordable instruments for any level or budget.

SpeCifiCationS

French style designed by artists/educators,rich gold lacquer , hand engraved bell, pads with metal resonators, ribbed construction, reinforced spatula and bell bracing, mother of pearl key buttons, Low A and high F# keys, Deluxe aBs case with wheels.

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• Hand engraved bell.• Large bow: effortless response on low C#, C, B, Bb and A.• Focused, clear tone: suitable for both jazz and classical performance.• Reinforced 2 point spatula and bell bracing: extremely durable and

sturdy.• Deluxe, durable ABS case with wheels for transportation ease.

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4 0 0 s e rie sBC8401-1: alto lacquerBC8401-4: brushed altoBC8402-1: tenor lacquerBC8402-4: brushed Tenor

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10 0 s e rie sBC8101-01: alto lacquerBC8102-01: tenor lacquer

The 100 series alto and tenor saxophones provide students with immediate, affordable quality. The importance of a superior instrument for beginning band students cannot be underestimated, and the 100 series provides consistent intonation and easy response, a centered tone and range to high F#.

SpeCifiCationS

French design, ribbed construction, pisoni pads with metal resonators, blue steel springs, mother of pearl key buttons, high F# key, rich gold lacquer finish, hand engraved bell.

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• Easy, clear response in all registers.• Large bow helps beginning band students produce low notes easily.• Ribbed construction: very sturdy and dependable.• Back pack case.

EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE FOR THE BEGINNER SAXOPHONIST

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