Backun Hawkins Signature Clarinet Mouthpiece Overview
The Backun BMPHVSIG-RH Hawkins Signature is a professional Bb clarinet mouthpiece designed in collaboration with Richard Hawkins to deliver a clear, dark, and compact tonal profile with easy flexibility while maintaining a centered core sound across registers.
Backun Hawkins Signature Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Specifications
- Instrument: Bb clarinet mouthpiece
- Model: BMPHVSIG-RH Hawkins Signature
- Tip opening: 1.08 mm (medium)
- Facing: Medium
- Bore: A-Frame Bore (as used on Backun McGill and Shifrin Signature Mouthpieces)
- Tuning: A=440-441 with 66 mm typical barrel length; A=442 with 65 mm typical barrel length
- Engraving: RH on table (Richard Hawkins)
Condition
Brand new in original packaging.
Who the BMPHVSIG-RH Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Is For
The Backun BMPHVSIG-RH is a signature Bb clarinet mouthpiece built for clarinetists who want a clear, dark, compact sound with reliable core and responsive flexibility. It is well suited to serious students, educators, and working professionals who move between teaching studio demands, orchestral and chamber repertoire, and contemporary classical playing where articulation clarity and tonal focus are equally important.
Within Backun’s signature mouthpiece lineup, this model pairs a medium 1.08 mm tip opening and medium facing with the A-Frame Bore, aiming for consistent intonation and a centered feel without sacrificing expressive control. It is engraved RH on the table for Richard Hawkins.
Common Questions About the Backun BMPHVSIG-RH
What kind of sound and response does the Hawkins Signature mouthpiece aim for?
It is designed for a clear, dark, and compact tone with easy flexibility, while preserving a stable core sound so the instrument stays centered as dynamics and color change.
What are the tip opening and facing on the BMPHVSIG-RH?
The Hawkins Signature uses a medium 1.08 mm tip opening with a medium facing, a common pairing for players who want balanced resistance, articulation clarity, and controlled projection.
How do I re-lubricate the signature mouthpiece o-rings?
Backun’s tip from Hawkins is to use a drop of almond oil or a tiny bit of cork grease on the inner wall of the barrel top tenon to improve ease of use.
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Backun BMPHVSIG-RH 'Hawkins' Signature Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece
Backun Hawkins Signature Clarinet Mouthpiece Overview
The Backun BMPHVSIG-RH Hawkins Signature is a professional Bb clarinet mouthpiece designed in collaboration with Richard Hawkins to deliver a clear, dark, and compact tonal profile with easy flexibility while maintaining a centered core sound across registers.
Backun Hawkins Signature Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Specifications
- Instrument: Bb clarinet mouthpiece
- Model: BMPHVSIG-RH Hawkins Signature
- Tip opening: 1.08 mm (medium)
- Facing: Medium
- Bore: A-Frame Bore (as used on Backun McGill and Shifrin Signature Mouthpieces)
- Tuning: A=440-441 with 66 mm typical barrel length; A=442 with 65 mm typical barrel length
- Engraving: RH on table (Richard Hawkins)
Condition
Brand new in original packaging.
Who the BMPHVSIG-RH Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece Is For
The Backun BMPHVSIG-RH is a signature Bb clarinet mouthpiece built for clarinetists who want a clear, dark, compact sound with reliable core and responsive flexibility. It is well suited to serious students, educators, and working professionals who move between teaching studio demands, orchestral and chamber repertoire, and contemporary classical playing where articulation clarity and tonal focus are equally important.
Within Backun’s signature mouthpiece lineup, this model pairs a medium 1.08 mm tip opening and medium facing with the A-Frame Bore, aiming for consistent intonation and a centered feel without sacrificing expressive control. It is engraved RH on the table for Richard Hawkins.
Common Questions About the Backun BMPHVSIG-RH
What kind of sound and response does the Hawkins Signature mouthpiece aim for?
It is designed for a clear, dark, and compact tone with easy flexibility, while preserving a stable core sound so the instrument stays centered as dynamics and color change.
What are the tip opening and facing on the BMPHVSIG-RH?
The Hawkins Signature uses a medium 1.08 mm tip opening with a medium facing, a common pairing for players who want balanced resistance, articulation clarity, and controlled projection.
How do I re-lubricate the signature mouthpiece o-rings?
Backun’s tip from Hawkins is to use a drop of almond oil or a tiny bit of cork grease on the inner wall of the barrel top tenon to improve ease of use.
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 BMPHVSIG-RH 'Hawkins' Signature Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece
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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.