{"product_id":"backun-bclbqc-skg-q-series-bb-clarinet-in-cocobolo-with-silver-keys-gold-posts-sn-q2-2481","title":"Backun BCLBQC-SKG Q-Series Bb Clarinet in Cocobolo with Silver Keys, Gold Posts","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Q Series Bb Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun Q Series Bb clarinet is a professional instrument designed to offer many of Backun's higher-level acoustic and mechanical features at a more accessible position within the company's lineup. This cocobolo configuration combines Backun's modern clarinet design with silver-plated keywork and contrasting gold posts, making it a thoughtful choice for serious ensemble, chamber, solo, and teaching work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Q Series Bb Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Soprano clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Cocobolo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: 17 silver-plated keys with gold posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: 65mm and 66mm Backun Lumiere barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: Backun Lumiere bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Custom BAM single clarinet trekking case with backpack and shoulder straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Backun cork grease and polishing cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q2-2481\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 cocobolo components and hardware present in excellent condition overall, with minor scratches on the keys noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q Series Bb Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q Series is suited to advanced students, teachers, chamber musicians, and professional players seeking a responsive modern clarinet with professional construction. Its adjustable thumb rest and two barrel lengths support individual setup preferences, while the cocobolo body gives players an alternative to the more common grenadilla configuration. Musicians comparing established professional clarinets should consider the Q Series when Backun's acoustic concept and ergonomics align with their preferred response and tonal direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun Q Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q Series fit within Backun's clarinet lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q Series is a professional model designed to provide many of Backun's advanced acoustic and mechanical features below the price of its flagship instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the two included barrel lengths offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 65mm and 66mm barrels allow a player to refine tuning, resistance, and response according to the mouthpiece, reed, performance setting, and personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the design concept behind the Q Series bore and tone holes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q Series uses a poly-cylindrical bore with sculpted undercut and overcut tone holes, a design intended to support accurate tuning, balanced voicing, and consistent response across registers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this clarinet meets my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/backun-clarinet-guide\" title=\"Backun Clarinets: A Guide to Choosing Your Next Instrument\"\u003eGuide to Backun Clarinets\u003c\/a\u003e\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":67856050520429,"sku":"BCLBQCSKG-CRQ22481","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Backun-BCLBQC-SKG-Q-Series-Bb-Clarinet-in-Cocobolo-with-Silver-Keys-Gold-Posts_5a10598e.jpg?v=1793356995","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclbqc-skg-q-series-bb-clarinet-in-cocobolo-with-silver-keys-gold-posts-sn-q2-2481","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}