{"product_id":"backun-bclbalpha-nk-alpha-student-bb-clarinet-with-nickel-plated-keys","title":"Backun BCLBALPHA-NK 'Alpha' Student Bb Clarinet with Nickel-Plated Keys","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Alpha Bb Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun Alpha is a student Bb clarinet designed to combine the accessible response expected from a school instrument with the durability required for regular classroom, concert band, and marching band use. Its lightweight synthetic construction resists cracking and changes in weather, while the nickel-plated keywork provides a sturdy mechanism for developing players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Alpha Bb Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Bb soprano clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Alpha BCLBALPHA-NK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Level: Student\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Synthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Material: Synthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Nickel-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Backun ABS hardshell case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, cork grease, and swab\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 clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The model and identification markings were checked and marked OK during intake. The instrument is in very good cosmetic condition, with light handling rubs, fine superficial marks, and minor dust or lint specks on the matte black body. The nickel-plated keywork remains bright, and the included Backun case is in very good exterior condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Alpha Bb Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha is intended for beginning and developing clarinetists who need a dependable instrument for lessons, school ensembles, concert band, and outdoor performance. Its synthetic body prioritizes stability, manageable weight, and resistance to weather-related cracking, making it particularly practical for students, school programs, and rental fleets. Players preparing to move into a wood instrument may instead consider Backun's Alpha Plus or Beta models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun Alpha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a synthetic clarinet for school use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA synthetic body is less sensitive to temperature and humidity than grenadilla wood and does not develop wood cracks. That durability is useful for daily transportation, marching band, and changing performance environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Alpha differ from the Backun Alpha Plus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha uses a lightweight synthetic body and emphasizes durability for student and school use. The Alpha Plus uses grenadilla wood and is intended as a step toward the tonal character and feel of Backun's higher-level wood clarinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the nickel-plated keywork offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNickel-plated keywork provides a durable, traditional mechanism suited to frequent student use. Players should keep the mechanism dry after playing and periodically have its regulation and pad seal checked by a technician.\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":53847231005037,"sku":"BCLBALPHANK-NU","price":764.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7135195.jpg?v=1788305510","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclbalpha-nk-alpha-student-bb-clarinet-with-nickel-plated-keys","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}