Backun Q Series A Clarinet Overview
The Backun Q Series A clarinet brings professional Backun design features to advanced and professional players seeking a refined orchestral instrument at a more accessible position within the company's lineup. The Q Series is designed around precise voicing, balanced response, and practical professional configurations, while this particular instrument adds a left-hand Eb key and two Backun barrels for additional setup flexibility.
Backun Q Series A Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: A clarinet
- Key: A
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- Key Configuration: Left-hand Eb key
- Barrels: Two Backun barrels
- Case: BAM fitted case with backpack straps and shoulder strap
- Accessories: Backun cork grease and swab
- Serial Number: Q2-1845
Condition & Setup
This floor model clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The grenadilla body shows light handling marks, and a curved surface scratch is present on the front of the bell flare. The silver-plated keywork remains bright. A mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, polish cloth, and case cover are not included.
Who the Q Series A Clarinet Is For
The Q Series A clarinet is intended for advanced and professional clarinetists who need an A instrument for orchestral, chamber, and solo repertoire. Its balanced response and professional key configuration make it particularly relevant to players assembling a Bb and A clarinet pair or seeking an A clarinet with the additional fingering flexibility of a left-hand Eb key.
Common Questions About the Backun Q Series
Where does the Q Series fit within Backun's clarinet lineup?
Backun positions the Q Series as a professional clarinet offering many of the company's established design features at a lower price than its custom-level instruments.
What does the left-hand Eb key add?
The left-hand Eb key provides an alternate fingering option that can simplify pinky-key transitions and technical passages.
Why are two barrels included?
Two barrels allow the player to compare tuning, response, and setup preferences with different mouthpieces and performance conditions.
How can I evaluate if this clarinet meets my needs?
Check out our Guide to Backun Clarinets
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Backun BCLAQG-SKE Q-Series A Clarinet in Grenadilla with Silver Keys, Left Eb Key
Backun Q Series A Clarinet Overview
The Backun Q Series A clarinet brings professional Backun design features to advanced and professional players seeking a refined orchestral instrument at a more accessible position within the company's lineup. The Q Series is designed around precise voicing, balanced response, and practical professional configurations, while this particular instrument adds a left-hand Eb key and two Backun barrels for additional setup flexibility.
Backun Q Series A Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: A clarinet
- Key: A
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- Key Configuration: Left-hand Eb key
- Barrels: Two Backun barrels
- Case: BAM fitted case with backpack straps and shoulder strap
- Accessories: Backun cork grease and swab
- Serial Number: Q2-1845
Condition & Setup
This floor model clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The grenadilla body shows light handling marks, and a curved surface scratch is present on the front of the bell flare. The silver-plated keywork remains bright. A mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, polish cloth, and case cover are not included.
Who the Q Series A Clarinet Is For
The Q Series A clarinet is intended for advanced and professional clarinetists who need an A instrument for orchestral, chamber, and solo repertoire. Its balanced response and professional key configuration make it particularly relevant to players assembling a Bb and A clarinet pair or seeking an A clarinet with the additional fingering flexibility of a left-hand Eb key.
Common Questions About the Backun Q Series
Where does the Q Series fit within Backun's clarinet lineup?
Backun positions the Q Series as a professional clarinet offering many of the company's established design features at a lower price than its custom-level instruments.
What does the left-hand Eb key add?
The left-hand Eb key provides an alternate fingering option that can simplify pinky-key transitions and technical passages.
Why are two barrels included?
Two barrels allow the player to compare tuning, response, and setup preferences with different mouthpieces and performance conditions.
How can I evaluate if this clarinet meets my needs?
Check out our Guide to Backun Clarinets
We are proud to be an authorized Backun dealer
Pairs well with
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Backun BCLAQG-SKE Q-Series A Clarinet in Grenadilla with Silver Keys, Left Eb Key
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Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.