{"product_id":"backun-bclaqg-sk-q-series-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q2-1883","title":"Backun BCLAQG-SK Q-Series Professional A Clarinet in Grenadilla with Silver Keys","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Q Series A Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun Q Series A clarinet brings Backun's modern design approach to an accessible professional instrument intended for advanced and professional players. The Q Series combines grenadilla construction with precision-focused acoustic design, offering orchestral and chamber musicians a refined option for repertoire requiring an A clarinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Q Series A Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: A clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Q Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle Joint Ring: Carbon fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: 64 mm and 65 mm Backun barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: BAM fitted backpack case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Backun cork grease and swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: Q2-1883\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis floor model is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The grenadilla body shows only faint superficial handling marks, while the silver-plated keywork remains bright with no obvious plating loss. The visible joint corks are intact. A mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature, polish cloth, and separate case cover are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q Series A Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q Series A clarinet is suited to advanced students, orchestral musicians, chamber players, and professionals seeking an A clarinet with Backun's contemporary tonal concept and responsive design. Its grenadilla body supports a centered, refined sound, while the two barrel lengths provide useful flexibility when adjusting tuning and response for different ensembles, performance spaces, and mouthpiece setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun Q Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q Series fit within Backun's clarinet lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q Series is positioned as an accessible professional clarinet, combining professional design features with a lower price point than Backun's upper-tier models. It is intended for advanced and professional players who value modern keywork, precise tuning, and a refined response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is an A clarinet typically used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A clarinet is an established orchestral and chamber instrument used for repertoire written specifically in A. Many orchestral clarinetists maintain both Bb and A clarinets so they can perform each part on the instrument for which it was written.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are two barrels included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included 64 mm and 65 mm barrels allow the player to adjust overall tuning and response according to temperature, ensemble pitch, mouthpiece choice, and personal preference.\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":67631326232941,"sku":"BCLAQGSK-CRQ21883","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Backun-BCLAQG-SK-Q-Series-Professional-A-Clarinet-in-Grenadilla-with-Silver-Keys_92351b46.jpg?v=1791455753","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclaqg-sk-q-series-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q2-1883","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}