{"product_id":"backun-bclaqg-sk-q-series-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q2-1933","title":"Backun BCLAQG-SK Q-Series Professional A Clarinet in Grenadilla","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 the company's professional design approach to a model intended for advanced and professional players. The Q Series is built around precision-cut tone holes, a carbon-fibre middle joint ring, and Backun barrel and bell components designed to support accurate voicing and a refined response. In the key of A, this instrument is suited to the orchestral and chamber repertoire in which an A clarinet is an essential part of a professional clarinet setup.\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\u003eKey Plating: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Backun 64 mm and 65 mm barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: BAM zippered clarinet case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Backun cork grease and swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q2-1933\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 instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The model and serial markings were checked during intake. The grenadilla components show faint handling marks and fine superficial surface lines, including light rubbing on the barrels, while the silver-plated keywork remains bright. A mouthpiece, ligature, and mouthpiece cap 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 intended for advanced students, conservatory players, and professionals who need an A clarinet for orchestral, chamber, and audition work. Its grenadilla construction and professional feature set place it above Backun's student and intermediate offerings while retaining a more accessible position than the company's custom clarinets. It is especially relevant to players building a matched professional Bb and A clarinet setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun Q Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the Q Series sit in Backun's clarinet lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q Series is a professional clarinet line designed to offer features associated with Backun's higher-level instruments at a lower position than its custom models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are 64 mm and 65 mm barrels included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two barrel lengths give the player useful flexibility when balancing pitch, response, and setup preferences across different playing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy would an orchestral clarinetist need an A clarinet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany orchestral and chamber works contain parts written specifically for clarinet in A. Professional clarinetists commonly pair an A clarinet with a Bb clarinet to cover this repertoire.\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;\" alt=\"Backun Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\" 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":67625881207149,"sku":"BCLAQGSK-CRQ21933","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7139534.jpg?v=1791317527","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclaqg-sk-q-series-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q2-1933","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}