{"product_id":"backun-bclaessc-skg-essence-professional-a-clarinet-in-cocobolo-sn-es-0068","title":"Backun BCLAESSC-SKG 'Essence' Professional A Clarinet in Cocobolo","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Essence A Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Backun Essence A clarinet is a professional model built around the company's modern French-style design concept, combining a light feel with a bold tonal profile. Developed for Backun's 25th anniversary, the Essence features custom-level keywork and an enhanced left-hand mechanism, placing it as a refined professional option within the Backun lineup. This cocobolo instrument is configured with silver-plated keys and contrasting gold posts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Essence A Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e     \u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: A clarinet \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eKey: A \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eModel: Essence BCLAESSC-SKG \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eBody Material: Cocobolo \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated keys with gold posts \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Marcus Bonna case with Backun case cover and carrying straps \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eAccessories: 64 mm and 65 mm cocobolo barrels, cork grease, and swab \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eSerial Number: ES-0068 \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis floor model is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The cocobolo body and keywork remain in excellent overall condition, with faint superficial handling marks and light scratches on selected wood and polished metal surfaces. A mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, and ligature are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Essence A Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Essence A clarinet is intended for professional players, advanced students, and educators seeking an A clarinet for orchestral, chamber, and recital work. Its design emphasizes a light physical response, tonal warmth and brilliance, and precise tuning across the registers. It is especially relevant to clarinetists who want Backun's modern professional design approach without moving into the company's higher-priced custom lines.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun Essence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Essence fit within Backun's clarinet lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Essence belongs to Backun's professional clarinet range and incorporates custom-level keywork. It occupies a different position from the company's MoBa, Lumiere, and CG Carbon custom instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are two barrels included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe included 64 mm and 65 mm cocobolo barrels give the player two options for refining tuning, response, and resistance according to ensemble conditions and personal setup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the musical role of an A clarinet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe A clarinet is central to orchestral and chamber repertoire and is commonly paired with a professional Bb clarinet. Its lower pitch supports a characteristically broad tonal palette and facilitates passages written in A-friendly keys.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto\" alt=\"Backun Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \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":53848593924461,"sku":"BCLAESSCSKG-CRES0068","price":5524.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7135375.jpg?v=1788310574","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclaessc-skg-essence-professional-a-clarinet-in-cocobolo-sn-es-0068","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}