{"product_id":"backun-bclaqg-ske-q-series-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-silver-keys-sn-q2-1853","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 features and Backun's established design approach to a more accessible position within the company's clarinet lineup. Designed for advanced and professional players, the Q Series is valued for its refined response, precise voicing, and suitability for orchestral and chamber work where an A clarinet is required.\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\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Plating: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary Key: Left-hand Eb key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle Joint Ring: Carbon fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Two Backun barrels, 64mm and 65mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Carrying case with backpack and shoulder straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Cork grease and swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q2-1853\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 silver-plated keywork remains bright, while the grenadilla body and bell have light surface marks and fine scratches. Both barrels show more noticeable fine scratching and scuffing, and the carbon-fiber joint rings have light handling marks. 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 well suited to advanced students, professional players, and serious ensemble musicians seeking an A clarinet for orchestral, chamber, audition, and conservatory work. Its professional configuration, two barrel lengths, and left-hand Eb key give experienced players useful setup and fingering options while retaining the focused, balanced response associated with the Q Series.\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 a professional clarinet offering many of Backun's established design features at a lower price than its custom-level models. It is intended for advanced and professional musicians who want a refined, performance-oriented instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy would a clarinetist add an A clarinet to a Bb setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn A clarinet is required or preferred in substantial orchestral and chamber repertoire. Its lower pitch and longer body also provide a distinct tonal color that complements a professional Bb clarinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the benefit of the left-hand Eb key?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left-hand Eb key provides an alternate fingering that can improve facility and reduce awkward finger movement in technically demanding passages.\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":67631113732461,"sku":"BCLAQGSKE-CRQ21853","price":2699.0,"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.jpg?v=1791455717","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclaqg-ske-q-series-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-with-silver-keys-sn-q2-1853","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}