{"product_id":"backun-bclbalphag-nkp-alpha-plus-student-bb-clarinet","title":"Backun BCLBALPHAG-NKP 'Alpha Plus' Student Bb Clarinet","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun BCLBALPHAG-NKP Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun BCLBALPHAG-NKP 'Alpha Plus' is a Bb clarinet built around an unstained grenadilla wood body with integrated wooden tone holes, designed to give developing clarinetists a serious wood instrument feel with modern machining consistency and a complete accessory package. It pairs a poly-cylindrical bore with ergonomic keywork, comfortable resistance, and water-resistant black leather pads, and it includes Backun’s Alpha Plus barrel and bell with Lumière-styled metal rings plus a mouthpiece kit for a turnkey start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun BCLBALPHAG-NKP Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument: Bb Clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Unstained grenadilla wood with integrated wooden tone holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: Poly-cylindrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Drop-forged and hardened; triple-strike nickel plating \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprings: Traditional flat springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePads: Custom black leather pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb Rest: Adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel: Alpha Plus 65mm barrel with Lumière-styled metal rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: Alpha Plus bell with Lumière-styled metal rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Backun backpack case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Backun Protégé Bb mouthpiece, cap, ligature, and reed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This clarinet is inspected, professionally set up, and play-tested by our shop before it ships so key regulation, pad seating, and overall response are verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha Plus Student Bb Clarinet is a grenadilla-wood Bb clarinet designed for beginner students through advancing players who want a dependable step-up instrument with traditional materials and modern consistency. Its comfortable resistance supports developing air support and control, while the ergonomic mechanism helps players transition smoothly into more demanding repertoire and ensemble work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes the Alpha Plus in the student and step-up category is its unstained premium grenadilla body with integrated wooden tone holes, Backun’s barrel and bell design, and a practical feature set for daily use: water-resistant black leather pads, an adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring, and a protective case and mouthpiece kit included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun BCLBALPHAG-NKP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Backun Alpha Plus suitable for advancing players, not just beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Alpha Plus is positioned as a student-to-advancing clarinet, combining a grenadilla body, poly-cylindrical bore, and stable keywork to support developing tone, response, and technique beyond the beginner stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat comes with the Backun Alpha Plus clarinet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes a Backun Protégé Bb mouthpiece kit (mouthpiece, cap, ligature, and reed), Alpha Plus 65mm barrel and Alpha Plus bell with Lumière-styled metal rings, Boveda pack, cleaning swab, cork grease, and a Backun case, plus Backun warranty coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat features improve comfort and durability for students?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring helps with hand position and weight support, and the custom black leather pads are water resistant for everyday playing conditions. The drop-forged, hardened keywork with triple-strike plating is designed for consistent action and long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; 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":53643644862829,"sku":"BCLBALPHAGNKP","price":1820.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7128293.jpg?v=1785614955","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclbalphag-nkp-alpha-plus-student-bb-clarinet","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}