Backun Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet Overview
The Backun Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet is a professional bass clarinet designed for players who need a full low-C range, refined response, and a modern mechanism for advanced ensemble work. Backun's Q Series is positioned as a professional instrument family, and this instrument offers the grenadilla body material and extended range expected by serious bass clarinetists working in wind ensemble, orchestra, chamber, pit, and doubling settings.
Backun Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Low C bass clarinet
- Key: Bb
- Model: Q-Series
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Range: To Low C
- Neck and Bell Material: Nickel silver
- Keywork: Silver plated keywork
- Country of Manufacture: Canada
- Case: Q series case with backpack straps
- Accessories: Cork grease, swab, polish cloth, floor peg
Condition & Setup
This lightly used, never owned bass clarinet is in excellent working order and has been professionally inspected, adjusted, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument is very clean overall, with bright metalwork and minor visible surface lines or rub marks on the black grenadilla body. Cork grease, a swab, a polish cloth, and a shoulder strap are included.
Who the Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet Is For
The Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet is well suited to professional players, advanced students, educators, and woodwind doublers who need the extended low-C range in a responsive modern bass clarinet. It is a strong fit for players who need dependable projection, centered response, and a professional layout for demanding ensemble literature without moving into Backun's highest custom-tier clarinet offerings.
Common Questions About the Backun Q-Series
What does the Low C range add for a bass clarinetist?
A Low C bass clarinet extends the written range below Low Eb, which is important for modern wind ensemble writing, orchestral transcriptions, chamber music, and pit orchestra books that use the full lower register.
How does the Q-Series fit within Backun's bass clarinet lineup?
The Q-Series is Backun's professional bass clarinet platform, intended for players who want professional response, intonation design, and modern keywork without stepping into a fully custom-level instrument.
Who benefits most from a grenadilla Low C bass clarinet?
A grenadilla Low C bass clarinet is most appropriate for advanced and professional players who prioritize a traditional wood body, a focused core sound, and the extended range required for serious ensemble and doubling work.
We are proud to be an authorized Backun dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
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2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Backun BCLBBQG-C-SK Q-Series Professional Bass Clarinet in Grenadilla with Silver Keys
Backun Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet Overview
The Backun Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet is a professional bass clarinet designed for players who need a full low-C range, refined response, and a modern mechanism for advanced ensemble work. Backun's Q Series is positioned as a professional instrument family, and this instrument offers the grenadilla body material and extended range expected by serious bass clarinetists working in wind ensemble, orchestra, chamber, pit, and doubling settings.
Backun Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Low C bass clarinet
- Key: Bb
- Model: Q-Series
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Range: To Low C
- Neck and Bell Material: Nickel silver
- Keywork: Silver plated keywork
- Country of Manufacture: Canada
- Case: Q series case with backpack straps
- Accessories: Cork grease, swab, polish cloth, floor peg
Condition & Setup
This lightly used, never owned bass clarinet is in excellent working order and has been professionally inspected, adjusted, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument is very clean overall, with bright metalwork and minor visible surface lines or rub marks on the black grenadilla body. Cork grease, a swab, a polish cloth, and a shoulder strap are included.
Who the Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet Is For
The Q-Series Low C Bass Clarinet is well suited to professional players, advanced students, educators, and woodwind doublers who need the extended low-C range in a responsive modern bass clarinet. It is a strong fit for players who need dependable projection, centered response, and a professional layout for demanding ensemble literature without moving into Backun's highest custom-tier clarinet offerings.
Common Questions About the Backun Q-Series
What does the Low C range add for a bass clarinetist?
A Low C bass clarinet extends the written range below Low Eb, which is important for modern wind ensemble writing, orchestral transcriptions, chamber music, and pit orchestra books that use the full lower register.
How does the Q-Series fit within Backun's bass clarinet lineup?
The Q-Series is Backun's professional bass clarinet platform, intended for players who want professional response, intonation design, and modern keywork without stepping into a fully custom-level instrument.
Who benefits most from a grenadilla Low C bass clarinet?
A grenadilla Low C bass clarinet is most appropriate for advanced and professional players who prioritize a traditional wood body, a focused core sound, and the extended range required for serious ensemble and doubling work.
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 BCLBBQG-C-SK Q-Series Professional Bass Clarinet in Grenadilla with Silver Keys
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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.