Extremely Rare Buffet Crampon RC Prestige Basset Horn In Excellent Condition - Straight Wooden Bell

Buffet Crampon RC Prestige Basset Horn in F, in excellent playing condition. Includes 2 barrels, 2 mouthpieces and even the original case. It has a warm, focused sound and plays evenly across the range - it has been played by one of the foremost players in the field (Professor Michael Harris) and featured in period recordings by John Eliot Gardiner. This example features a particularly rare straight wooden bell, a configuration you almost never see - that gives a more blended, natural resonance than the typical metal bell, along with a distinctive, traditional look. Keywork is smooth and responsive, and the instrument has been well cared for. It comes with the original case, which has a small rip in the fabric but is still fully functional. A great option for orchestral or chamber playing, and a hard-to-find setup in this form. This exact instrument was played professionally in many professional chamber ensembles around the world.