Backun BCLAQG-SKGE Q-Series A Clarinet in Grenadilla w/ Silver Keys, Gold Posts

Backun Q Series A Clarinet Overview

The Backun Q Series A clarinet is a professional instrument created for orchestral, chamber, and recital players who value Backun's modern approach to clarinet design. Its A clarinet voice complements a professional Bb clarinet setup for repertoire that calls for a darker tonal center and the technical advantages of playing in A.

Backun Q Series A Clarinet Specifications

• Instrument Type: A clarinet
• Key: A
• Body Material: Grenadilla
• Keywork: Silver-plated keys with gold posts
• Additional Key: Left-hand Eb key
• Barrels: Backun 64 mm and 65 mm barrels
• Case: Fitted black BAM carrying case with backpack and shoulder carrying configurations
• Accessories: Cork grease, swab, and polishing cloth

Condition & Setup

This new Backun Q Series A clarinet is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The grenadilla components, silver-plated keywork, gold posts, joint corks, and fitted case are well preserved. A mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature, and separate case cover are not included.

Who the Q Series A Clarinet Is For

The Q Series A clarinet is intended for professional players, conservatory musicians, and advanced clarinetists building a matched Bb and A instrument setup. It is particularly relevant for orchestral, chamber, opera, and recital work where an A clarinet is required, while the two included barrels and left-hand Eb key provide useful setup and fingering options for experienced players.

Common Questions About the Backun Q Series

How does an A clarinet fit into a professional clarinet setup?

The A clarinet is used extensively in orchestral, chamber, and operatic repertoire. Players commonly pair it with a Bb clarinet and change instruments according to the score, key, tonal goal, and technical demands of the passage.

What is the benefit of the two included barrels?

The 64 mm and 65 mm Backun barrels give the player two setup options to evaluate for tuning, response, and mouthpiece pairing under different performance conditions.

What does the left-hand Eb key provide?

A left-hand Eb key supplies an alternate fingering for Eb, improving fingering flexibility in passages where the standard right-hand key is inconvenient.

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