Backun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Overview

The Backun Alpha Plus is a student wood Bb clarinet designed for players who are ready to move beyond a basic synthetic student instrument while staying in a school-friendly format. Backun positions the Alpha Plus as an accessible grenadilla clarinet with student-focused features, making this instrument a sensible choice for an advancing student, school program, or developing player who wants the response and tonal character of wood in a practical package.

Backun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Specifications

• Instrument Type: Bb clarinet
• Model: BCLBALPHAG-NKPZ Alpha Plus
• Skill Level: Student
• Body Material: Grenadilla
• Keywork: Nickel keys
• Barrel: One 64 mm barrel
• Case: Backun case included
• Accessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, and swab included
• Serial Number: AZ-15076

Condition & Setup

This floor model instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The keywork is complete and bright, with intact visible corks and normal light handling marks on the dark grenadilla body. There are visible light scratches and scuffs from handling, along with a small chip or gouge in the upper bell area below the bell ring. The included Backun case is functional, and the instrument includes the listed mouthpiece and care accessories.

Who the Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Is For

The Alpha Plus is best suited to advancing students, school musicians, and educators who want a wood clarinet option with a familiar student layout and dependable classroom practicality. Its grenadilla construction gives the player a more traditional wood-clarinet feel than a synthetic entry-level model, while the nickel keywork, leather pads, adjustable thumb rest, and included case keep it appropriate for regular school ensemble use.

Common Questions About the Backun Alpha Plus

How does the Alpha Plus differ from the standard Backun Alpha?

The standard Alpha is Backun's synthetic student clarinet, while the Alpha Plus is a student wood clarinet made from grenadilla. The Alpha Plus is intended as an affordable step into a wood clarinet for students and school programs.

Is the Alpha Plus suitable for an advancing student?

Yes. The Alpha Plus is built for developing players who need a more refined student instrument while retaining practical features for school ensemble use, including nickel keywork, leather pads, and an adjustable thumb rest.

What is the significance of the included 64 mm barrel?

A clarinet barrel affects tuning balance, response, and how the instrument feels at the embouchure. This instrument includes one 64 mm barrel, which is a common Bb clarinet barrel length and gives the player a familiar starting point for setup.

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