Backun 'Alpha Plus' Student Bb Clarinet with Nickel Keys

Backun BCLBALPHAG-NKP Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet Overview

The Backun BCLBALPHAG-NKP 'Alpha Plus' is a Bb clarinet built around an unstained grenadilla wood body with integrated wooden tone holes, designed to give developing clarinetists a serious wood instrument feel with modern machining consistency and a complete accessory package. It pairs a poly-cylindrical bore with ergonomic keywork, comfortable resistance, and water-resistant black leather pads, and it includes Backun’s Alpha Plus barrel and bell with Lumière-styled metal rings plus a mouthpiece kit for a turnkey start.

Backun BCLBALPHAG-NKP Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet Specifications

• Instrument: Bb Clarinet
• Key: Bb
• Body: Unstained grenadilla wood with integrated wooden tone holes
• Bore: Poly-cylindrical
• Keywork: Drop-forged and hardened; triple-strike nickel plating 
• Springs: Traditional flat springs
• Pads: Custom black leather pads
• Thumb Rest: Adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring
• Barrel: Alpha Plus 65mm barrel with Lumière-styled metal rings
• Bell: Alpha Plus bell with Lumière-styled metal rings
• Case: Backun backpack case
• Accessories: Backun Protégé Bb mouthpiece, cap, ligature, and reed

Condition & Setup

Brand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This clarinet is inspected, professionally set up, and play-tested by our shop before it ships so key regulation, pad seating, and overall response are verified.

Who the Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet Is For

The Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet is a grenadilla-wood Bb clarinet designed for beginner students through advancing players who want a dependable step-up instrument with traditional materials and modern consistency. Its comfortable resistance supports developing air support and control, while the ergonomic mechanism helps players transition smoothly into more demanding repertoire and ensemble work.

What distinguishes the Alpha Plus in the student and step-up category is its unstained premium grenadilla body with integrated wooden tone holes, Backun’s barrel and bell design, and a practical feature set for daily use: water-resistant black leather pads, an adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring, and a protective case and mouthpiece kit included.

Common Questions About the Backun BCLBALPHAG-NKP Is the Backun Alpha Plus suitable for advancing players, not just beginners?

Yes. The Alpha Plus is positioned as a student-to-advancing clarinet, combining a grenadilla body, poly-cylindrical bore, and stable keywork to support developing tone, response, and technique beyond the beginner stage.

What comes with the Backun Alpha Plus clarinet?

It includes a Backun Protégé Bb mouthpiece kit (mouthpiece, cap, ligature, and reed), Alpha Plus 65mm barrel and Alpha Plus bell with Lumière-styled metal rings, Boveda pack, cleaning swab, cork grease, and a Backun case, plus Backun warranty coverage.

What features improve comfort and durability for students?

An adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring helps with hand position and weight support, and the custom black leather pads are water resistant for everyday playing conditions. The drop-forged, hardened keywork with triple-strike plating is designed for consistent action and long-term use.

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