Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha Bb Clarinet Overview
The Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha is a Bb clarinet built from a blend of synthetic materials to deliver consistent resonance and long-term durability in changing environments. Designed as an indoor and outdoor student clarinet, it is suitable for daily classroom use, concert band, and marching applications where a wooden instrument may be less appropriate. This instrument was purchased directly from the manufacturer, recently serviced in our shop, and includes a mouthpiece kit centered around the Backun Protégé mouthpiece for a complete, performance-capable setup.
Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha Bb Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument: Bb clarinet
- Model: BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha
- Key: Bb
- Body material: Synthetic material blend
- Keywork: Nickel plated keys
- Build intent: Weather-resistant, suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Serial number: 327305
- Case: Original ABS Case
- Accessories: Backun Protégé mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, swab
Condition & Setup
This clarinet has seen extremely light use as a demo or display instrument. It was purchased directly from the manufacturer and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop to confirm proper seal, key regulation, and overall function.
Who the Alpha Bb Clarinet Is For
The Alpha Bb Clarinet is a student-focused Bb clarinet designed to provide consistent response and durability for school, outdoor, and variable-weather playing. Its synthetic body is intended to handle temperature and humidity changes more reliably than wood, making it a practical choice for marching band, pep band, and frequent transport between rehearsals and performances.
For advancing students and working players, the Alpha is also a sensible secondary clarinet for situations where taking a wooden instrument would be risky or impractical. The light body and durable keywork support comfortable handling and dependable playability for long rehearsals, rehearsals outdoors, and high-use school programs.
Common Questions about the Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha
Is the Backun Alpha appropriate for marching band and outdoor use?
Yes. The Alpha is designed as an indoor and outdoor student clarinet, using a weather-resistant synthetic body intended to perform consistently across changing temperature and humidity conditions.
What does the included mouthpiece kit contain?
This instrument includes a mouthpiece kit with a Backun Protégé mouthpiece, a Rovner Dark ligature and cap, and one Légère Signature reed.
Has this instrument been checked by a technician?
Yes. Our shop has serviced, set up, and play-tested the clarinet to confirm regulation, sealing, and key function prior to sale.
We are proud to be an authorized Backun dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Backun Model BCLBALPHA-NK 'Alpha' Student Bb Clarinet
Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha Bb Clarinet Overview
The Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha is a Bb clarinet built from a blend of synthetic materials to deliver consistent resonance and long-term durability in changing environments. Designed as an indoor and outdoor student clarinet, it is suitable for daily classroom use, concert band, and marching applications where a wooden instrument may be less appropriate. This instrument was purchased directly from the manufacturer, recently serviced in our shop, and includes a mouthpiece kit centered around the Backun Protégé mouthpiece for a complete, performance-capable setup.
Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha Bb Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument: Bb clarinet
- Model: BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha
- Key: Bb
- Body material: Synthetic material blend
- Keywork: Nickel plated keys
- Build intent: Weather-resistant, suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Serial number: 327305
- Case: Original ABS Case
- Accessories: Backun Protégé mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, swab
Condition & Setup
This clarinet has seen extremely light use as a demo or display instrument. It was purchased directly from the manufacturer and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop to confirm proper seal, key regulation, and overall function.
Who the Alpha Bb Clarinet Is For
The Alpha Bb Clarinet is a student-focused Bb clarinet designed to provide consistent response and durability for school, outdoor, and variable-weather playing. Its synthetic body is intended to handle temperature and humidity changes more reliably than wood, making it a practical choice for marching band, pep band, and frequent transport between rehearsals and performances.
For advancing students and working players, the Alpha is also a sensible secondary clarinet for situations where taking a wooden instrument would be risky or impractical. The light body and durable keywork support comfortable handling and dependable playability for long rehearsals, rehearsals outdoors, and high-use school programs.
Common Questions about the Backun BCLBALPHA-NK Alpha
Is the Backun Alpha appropriate for marching band and outdoor use?
Yes. The Alpha is designed as an indoor and outdoor student clarinet, using a weather-resistant synthetic body intended to perform consistently across changing temperature and humidity conditions.
What does the included mouthpiece kit contain?
This instrument includes a mouthpiece kit with a Backun Protégé mouthpiece, a Rovner Dark ligature and cap, and one Légère Signature reed.
Has this instrument been checked by a technician?
Yes. Our shop has serviced, set up, and play-tested the clarinet to confirm regulation, sealing, and key function prior to sale.
We are proud to be an authorized Backun dealer
Pairs well with
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Backun Model BCLBALPHA-NK 'Alpha' Student Bb Clarinet
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.