{"product_id":"backun-essence-a-bb-clarinet-barrel-grenadilla-64mm-standard-fit","title":"Backun Essence A\/Bb Clarinet Barrel, Grenadilla, 64mm, Standard Fit","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Essence A\/Bb Clarinet Barrel Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun Essence A\/Bb Clarinet Barrel is a grenadilla wood clarinet barrel designed to refine response, tonal control, and projection while preserving a warm, centered sound. Developed from Backun’s long-term barrel research and artist input, the Essence features a bold exterior profile with sculpted metal rings intended to stabilize articulation and support clarity across registers. This model is the 64mm Standard Fit version and includes a protective velvet bag and barrel tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackun Essence A\/Bb Clarinet Barrel Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Compatibility: A Clarinet and Bb Clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 64mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit: Standard Fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Grenadilla wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRings: Sculpted metal rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Grenadilla wood (natural) with metal rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Velvet bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Essence A\/Bb Clarinet Barrel Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Backun Essence A\/Bb Clarinet Barrel is a replacement clarinet barrel designed to shape the instrument’s response and tone by optimizing the connection between mouthpiece and upper joint. It is well-suited for advancing students, conservatory players, and working professionals who want a warmer, more fluid sound with strong focus, plus clear projection and secure center without losing precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssence is built to highlight lyrical playing while maintaining power, and its sculpted metal rings are intended to support quick response and consistent tonal control from low register to altissimo. The 64mm length is often used by clarinetists\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e to raise the pitch of their instrument, for example, when playing in warmer environments, in high-pitch ensembles (e.g., A=442 Hz), or with specific setups that tend to run flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About The Backun Essence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Backun Essence barrel change compared to a stock barrel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Essence barrel is designed to produce a centered, resonant tone with warmth and clarity, while improving response and projection. Players typically choose it to gain more focus and control across registers without making the sound feel stiff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat clarinets does the Standard Fit work with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Standard Fit is intended to pair with Backun, Buffet, Yamaha, Leblanc, and Selmer USA clarinets (including Centered Tone, 10G, and Series 9 models). Fit can vary by instrument and production era, so matching to your specific clarinet is recommended if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s included with the Backun Essence 64mm barrel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes one barrel, one velvet bag, and one barrel tube for storage and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/BackunLogo\/BackunLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; 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":"Grenadilla \/ 64mm","offer_id":53325428031853,"sku":"BCLESSBRG-64","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Backun-Essence-ABb-Clarinet-Barrel-Grenadilla-64mm-Standard-Fit.jpg?v=1780828888","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/backun-essence-a-bb-clarinet-barrel-grenadilla-64mm-standard-fit","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}