{"product_id":"backun-bclaqg-nk-q-series-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-nickel-keys","title":"Backun BCLAQG-NK Q-Series A Clarinet in Grenadilla with Nickel Keys","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun BCLAQG-NK Q-Series A Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun BCLAQG-NK Q-Series A Clarinet is a French-style professional A clarinet built from unstained grenadilla with modern manufacturing details such as a carbon fibre joint ring, designed to deliver familiar feel, stable response, and consistent intonation for orchestral and ensemble playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun BCLAQG-NK Q-Series A Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody wood: Premium, unstained exotic hardwood (grenadilla)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: Poly-cylindrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTone holes: Precision undercut and overcut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Drop-forged and hardened; triple-strike nickel plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrill keys: Inline trill keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePads: Custom black leather pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Backun Professional Double Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Lumière 65 mm and 64 mm barrels, Lumière bell, Boveda pack, polishing cloth, cleaning swab, cork grease, Backun warranty (mouthpiece not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This clarinet has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by our repair staff to confirm key regulation, pad seal, and mechanical function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the BCLAQG-NK Q-Series A Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun BCLAQG-NK Q-Series A Clarinet is a French-style A clarinet designed for players who need an orchestral-standard A instrument with reliable intonation, clean response, and modern mechanical stability. Its poly-cylindrical bore and precision undercut and overcut tone holes support even scale consistency and articulation clarity across registers, while inline trill keys are positioned to help reduce condensation accumulation during extended rehearsals and performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is a practical choice for advancing students, conservatory players, doublers, and working professionals who want Backun design and materials in a more accessible configuration. The unstained grenadilla body, carbon fibre joint ring, and triple-strike nickel-plated keywork are selected to balance traditional feel with long-term durability and consistent playability. Backun A clarinets are intended to match the tone quality, response, and intonation expectations set by Backun Bb clarinets, making this a logical companion instrument for Bb\/A setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun BCLAQG-NK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Backun Q-Series A Clarinet suitable for professional use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Q-Series A is built with professional materials and features including a grenadilla body, precision tone-hole work, black leather pads, and hardened, triple-strike nickel-plated keywork, making it appropriate for serious orchestral and ensemble requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “French-style” mean on this clarinet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“French-style” refers to a modern Boehm-system design approach that emphasizes a familiar contemporary feel, efficient keywork ergonomics, and a response profile commonly preferred by players coming from standard professional Bb clarinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the BCLAQG-NK, and what is not included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded are two Lumière barrels (65 mm and 64 mm), a Lumière bell, a Backun Professional Double Case, Boveda pack, polishing cloth, cleaning swab, cork grease, and Backun warranty. A mouthpiece is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; 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":54053106975085,"sku":"BCLAQGNK","price":5070.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7138626.jpg?v=1790283752","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclaqg-nk-q-series-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-nickel-keys","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}