Backun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Overview
The Backun Alpha Plus brings Backun's clarinet design approach to a student-level Bb instrument intended for developing players and school programs. This configuration adds a left-hand Eb key, giving the player another practical fingering option for technical passages and helping prepare students for the keywork found on many higher-level clarinets.
Backun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bb soprano clarinet
- Model: Alpha Plus
- Body: Grenadilla wood
- Keywork: Silver-plate
- Key Configuration: Left-hand Eb key
- Barrel Length: 65 mm
- Case: Fitted black Backun zippered case with backpack straps
- Accessories: Backun Protege mouthpiece, ligature, and cap
- Country of Manufacture: China
- Serial Number: AZ-10004
Condition & Setup
This lightly used clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. Light scratches, scuffs, and handling marks are present on the black body, with fine surface marks on the silver-plated keywork and rings. A few small cosmetic nicks are present near the joint edges.
Who the Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Is For
The Alpha Plus is well suited to students, school musicians, and advancing clarinetists seeking a focused, even response with a familiar Boehm-system layout. Its left-hand Eb key is especially useful for a developing player who wants expanded alternate-fingering options without moving immediately to a wooden professional instrument.
Common Questions About the Backun Alpha Plus
What does the left-hand Eb key add?
The left-hand Eb key provides an alternate way to play Eb and Ab, helping the player choose more efficient fingerings in passages where the standard right-hand key is inconvenient.
Where does the Alpha Plus fit within the Backun lineup?
The Alpha Plus is positioned for students and developing players. It offers a practical entry into Backun's clarinet design approach while remaining distinct from the company's grenadilla intermediate and professional models.
What is the purpose of the 65 mm barrel?
A 65 mm barrel is a familiar Bb clarinet configuration that supports conventional tuning and response. Final pitch remains responsive to the mouthpiece, reed, embouchure, and playing environment.
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Backun BCLBALPHAG-SKPEZ 'Alpha Plus' Student Bb Clarinet with Left Eb Key
Backun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Overview
The Backun Alpha Plus brings Backun's clarinet design approach to a student-level Bb instrument intended for developing players and school programs. This configuration adds a left-hand Eb key, giving the player another practical fingering option for technical passages and helping prepare students for the keywork found on many higher-level clarinets.
Backun Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bb soprano clarinet
- Model: Alpha Plus
- Body: Grenadilla wood
- Keywork: Silver-plate
- Key Configuration: Left-hand Eb key
- Barrel Length: 65 mm
- Case: Fitted black Backun zippered case with backpack straps
- Accessories: Backun Protege mouthpiece, ligature, and cap
- Country of Manufacture: China
- Serial Number: AZ-10004
Condition & Setup
This lightly used clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. Light scratches, scuffs, and handling marks are present on the black body, with fine surface marks on the silver-plated keywork and rings. A few small cosmetic nicks are present near the joint edges.
Who the Alpha Plus Bb Clarinet Is For
The Alpha Plus is well suited to students, school musicians, and advancing clarinetists seeking a focused, even response with a familiar Boehm-system layout. Its left-hand Eb key is especially useful for a developing player who wants expanded alternate-fingering options without moving immediately to a wooden professional instrument.
Common Questions About the Backun Alpha Plus
What does the left-hand Eb key add?
The left-hand Eb key provides an alternate way to play Eb and Ab, helping the player choose more efficient fingerings in passages where the standard right-hand key is inconvenient.
Where does the Alpha Plus fit within the Backun lineup?
The Alpha Plus is positioned for students and developing players. It offers a practical entry into Backun's clarinet design approach while remaining distinct from the company's grenadilla intermediate and professional models.
What is the purpose of the 65 mm barrel?
A 65 mm barrel is a familiar Bb clarinet configuration that supports conventional tuning and response. Final pitch remains responsive to the mouthpiece, reed, embouchure, and playing environment.
We are proud to be an authorized Backun dealer
Pairs well with
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Backun BCLBALPHAG-SKPEZ 'Alpha Plus' Student Bb Clarinet with Left Eb Key
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.