Buffet Tosca Low C Bass Clarinet

The Buffet Tosca in particular is, IMHO, perfect for orchestral playing: it is rich, and slightly covered, but can project through the crowd.

The Toscas arrive in pretty questionable condition—which is surprising given their cost. So, as I do with all my horns, I have them stripped down and worked over, so you can be sure that when you get it, your Tosca is living its best life.

What do we do? We check tone holes, adjust spring tensions, reseat pads and regulate keys. (Personally, I find most bass clarinets (not just Toscas) arrive much too tight, and I always have the springs adjusted on my own horns, so I do this for you, too. Reducing springs naturally makes the instrument not seal as well, which is why so many pads need to be reseated.) The process is extensive, but TOTALLY worth it, because it makes the bass clarinet key action feel like a Bb. Seriously.

Anyway, the total cost of the "earspasm setup" (for want of a better term) and tweaking of this instrument is included in the price—even though I pay out of pocket for it. Yes, it reduces my profit. Yes, people have told me I should charge a premium for doing it.

But I don't like the idea charging more for something that should come standard. So I won't.

The Buffet Tosca comes with:

• Buffet/BAM High-Tech case with hideaway backpack straps—under 10 pounds (4.8 kg)
• Neck strap, shoulder strap (for case), cork grease, warranty card, etc.

All earspasm instruments come with a 7-day trial. Please read my trial policy before pulling out that credit card.

FAQ:

Q: What if I'm in New York and want to try it in person?
A: Come on over! Just send me an email so we can set up an appointment time.

Q: Does the instrument come with a warranty?
A: Yes, it comes with the Buffet Tosca warranty against cracks, etc. If you ever have any problem with the instrument, I'm your quarterback. I'll take care of the whole process, just let me know you need help, and I'll take it from there.

Q: What happens if it's damaged during shipping?
A: Inspect the package before you sign off at delivery! If there are any issues resulting from shipping, we have taken out an insurance policy to cover damage (and loss). But we need you to document this damage or we can't do anything to help.

Q: If I decide to return it, do also I have to pay return shipping costs?
A: Yes. And you will also want to insure it!

Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Yes. You can add your shipping address when checking out to see what the shipping costs will be before taking the plunge. Note that VAT and Customs Duties are not included in this cost.