{"product_id":"backun-alpha-plus-student-bb-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-nickel-keys-sn-az-10812","title":"Backun 'Alpha Plus' Student Bb Clarinet in Grenadilla with Nickel Keys","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun Alpha Plus is a student Bb clarinet that brings a grenadilla body into a model intended for developing players. It offers the familiar tonal concept and care considerations of a wooden clarinet in an accessible student-level design, making it worth considering for musicians and families seeking traditional clarinet construction from the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Bb clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: BCLBALPHAG-NKP Alpha Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Nickel-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Backun Protege case with backpack straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: One barrel, swab, and cork grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: AZ-10812\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It is in very good cosmetic condition, with light handling marks and fine scratches on the body and more noticeable scuffing on the bell. A reddish-brown abrasion is present on the rear side of the bell flare. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha Plus is best suited to students who are prepared to care for a wooden instrument and want the tonal character associated with grenadilla construction. Its student-level positioning makes it appropriate for private lessons, concert band, and school ensemble playing. Musicians who regularly perform outdoors or in rapidly changing climates may prefer a synthetic-body clarinet with fewer environmental care requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun Alpha Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does grenadilla construction affect ownership?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrenadilla is traditionally used for wooden clarinets and requires consistent care. The instrument should be swabbed after playing and protected from rapid changes in temperature and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the nickel-plated keywork offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNickel-plated keywork provides a durable, bright key finish suited to regular student use. Wiping the keys after playing helps limit residue and preserves their appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat additional equipment is needed before playing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe buyer will need to supply a compatible Bb clarinet mouthpiece, ligature, and reed. The included swab and cork grease support routine instrument care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this clarinet meets my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/backun-clarinet-guide\" title=\"Backun Clarinets: A Guide to Choosing Your Next Instrument\"\u003eGuide to Backun Clarinets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"Backun Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Backun dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67856710041965,"sku":"BCLBALPHAGNKP-AZ10812","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Backun-Alpha-Plus-Student-Bb-Clarinet-in-Grenadilla-with-Nickel-Keys.jpg?v=1793358010","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-alpha-plus-student-bb-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-nickel-keys-sn-az-10812","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}