The Buffet Crampon R-13 clarinet is the gold standard by which all other clarinets are measured. The Buffet Crampon craftsmanship makes the R-13 the legendary choice for the majority of professional clarinetists in North America. Rico Reserve Bb clarinet reeds use high-density lower-internode cane, precision natural diamond cutters, optical laser measuring, color video inspection, and state-of-the-art polishing.