{"product_id":"backun-bclaqg-ske-q-series-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q21851","title":"Backun BCLAQG-SKE Q-Series Professional 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 is a professional clarinet line designed to offer the maker's established design approach at a more accessible point within its professional range. This A clarinet is intended for advanced and professional musicians who need the darker tonal relationship and orchestral utility associated with an instrument in A. Its Q Series design emphasizes refined response, accurate voicing, and the flexibility required for orchestral, chamber, and conservatory playing.\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\u003ePlaying Level: Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Option: Left Eb key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Backun 64 mm and 65 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: BAM double clarinet case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Backun cork grease and swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q21851\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used A clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The grenadilla body and bright silver-plated keywork present well, with minor superficial handling marks and light contact or cork-grease residue around some joint areas. The fitted BAM double clarinet case is also in excellent condition.\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, conservatory musicians, teachers, and professional players who need a dedicated A instrument for orchestral and chamber repertoire. Its grenadilla construction and professional keywork support a refined tonal concept, while the left Eb key provides an additional alternate fingering option. The included 64 mm and 65 mm barrels also give the player practical flexibility when addressing pitch, response, and changing performance conditions.\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 range?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q Series is part of Backun's professional clarinet range. It is designed to provide professional construction and performance features at a more accessible price than the company's higher-tier custom instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of the left Eb key?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left Eb key provides an alternate fingering for Eb and Ab, allowing players to choose a more convenient fingering in passages where the standard right-hand lever is less practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are two barrel lengths included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 64 mm and 65 mm barrels allow the player to compare tuning, response, and tonal behavior under different playing conditions. Barrel choice remains dependent on the player, mouthpiece, reed, ensemble pitch, and environment.\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":67881535570285,"sku":"BCLAQGSKE-CRQ21851","price":2402.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7140253.jpg?v=1793651012","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclaqg-ske-q-series-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q21851","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}