{"product_id":"backun-bclaqg-ske-q-series-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-silver-keys-left-eb-key-sn-q2-1845","title":"Backun BCLAQG-SKE Q-Series A Clarinet in Grenadilla with Silver Keys, Left Eb Key","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 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.\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\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Configuration: Left-hand Eb key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Two Backun barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: BAM fitted case with backpack straps and shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Backun cork grease and swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q2-1845\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 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.\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 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.\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\u003eWhere does the Q Series fit within Backun's clarinet lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackun 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the left-hand Eb key add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left-hand Eb key provides an alternate fingering option that can simplify pinky-key transitions and technical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are two barrels included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo barrels allow the player to compare tuning, response, and setup preferences with different mouthpieces and performance conditions.\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":67702474113389,"sku":"BCLAQGSKE-CRQ21845","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Backun-BCLAQG-SKE-Q-Series-A-Clarinet-in-Grenadilla-with-Silver-Keys-Left-Eb-Key_9da62238.jpg?v=1792231839","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclaqg-ske-q-series-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-silver-keys-left-eb-key-sn-q2-1845","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}