{"product_id":"backun-bclbqg-sk-q-series-professional-bb-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q2-1054","title":"Backun BCLBQG-SK Q-Series Bb Clarinet in Grenadilla with Silver Keys","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 positioned within Backun's professional line for advanced musicians seeking the company's modern approach to tuning, voicing, and response at a more accessible level. Its grenadilla construction, precision-cut tone holes, and refined design concept make it a versatile choice for players who value a centered tonal foundation and an even response across the instrument.\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: Bb soprano clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Plating: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint Ring: Carbon fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrels: Backun 65mm and 66mm barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: BAM fitted clarinet case with cover, backpack straps, and shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Backun swab, polishing cloth, blue cleaning cloth, and Boveda humidity-control accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q2-1054\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis floor model clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The silver-plated keywork remains bright, while the grenadilla components show light handling marks, fine scratches, and a small scuff near the bell rim. A mouthpiece, mouthpiece cap, ligature, and cork grease are not included.\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, conservatory players, teachers, and professional musicians who want a responsive grenadilla clarinet with a focused, refined tonal concept. Its design is appropriate for orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, solo, and teaching work, particularly for players who appreciate Backun's contemporary approach to clarinet acoustics and ergonomics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Backun Q Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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 positioned as a professional clarinet offering many of Backun's established design features at a lower price than the company's upper-tier models. It is intended for advanced and professional players who want a modern Backun design without moving to the highest-priced instruments in the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are both 65mm and 66mm barrels included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two barrel lengths give the player useful flexibility when balancing pitch, mouthpiece choice, and playing conditions. The 65mm barrel provides a shorter tuning configuration, while the 66mm barrel provides additional length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the carbon-fiber joint ring contribute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon-fiber middle-joint ring is a characteristic Q Series design feature that reinforces the joint area while keeping the visual and structural treatment distinct from a conventional metal ring.\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;\" alt=\"Backun Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\" 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":67631376662893,"sku":"BCLBQGSK-CRQ21054","price":2399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Backun-BCLBQG-SK-Q-Series-Bb-Clarinet-in-Grenadilla-with-Silver-Keys_7490a3fe.jpg?v=1791455997","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-bclbqg-sk-q-series-professional-bb-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-q2-1054","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}