{"product_id":"leblanc-paris-paperclip-professional-low-c-contrabass-clarinet-sn-1043","title":"Leblanc Paris Paperclip Professional Low C Contrabass Clarinet","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeblanc Paperclip Contrabass Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G. Leblanc Paris Paperclip contrabass clarinet is a distinctive professional low-clarinet design built around a folded metal bore that makes the instrument more compact than a straight contrabass layout. This instrument began as a low D contra and was fitted with a Carlo Sbisa custom extension to low C, giving specialists additional range for ensemble, contemporary, and low-clarinet work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeblanc Paris Paperclip Contrabass Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Contrabass clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Leblanc Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Folded paperclip-style metal body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRange: Low C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModification: Carlo Sbisa custom low C extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted black hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Leblanc mouthpiece and Leblanc contra-alto\/contrabass clarinet ligature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 1043\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis used instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The plated body and keywork show widespread tarnish and oxidation spotting, light scratches, scuffs, and localized plating wear. The contrasting brass extension has uneven patina, discoloration, and handling marks. The fitted hard case shows exterior wear, oxidized hardware, and use wear to the red plush lining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Paperclip Contrabass Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is intended for professional and advanced low-clarinet players seeking the depth and presence of the contrabass register in a folded configuration. Its extended low C range is particularly relevant to wind ensemble, clarinet choir, contemporary repertoire, chamber scoring, and specialized doubling work. The custom mechanism and substantial keywork make it best suited to a musician prepared for the setup and maintenance requirements of a specialist low clarinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Leblanc Paperclip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWas this instrument originally built to low C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It began as a low D contrabass clarinet and was fitted with a Carlo Sbisa custom extension that expands its range to low C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the paperclip configuration accomplish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paperclip configuration folds the instrument's long bore into a more compact vertical format. It retains the contrabass register while reducing the overall height required by a straight-body design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat service considerations apply to this instrument?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe folded metal body, extensive keywork, and custom low C mechanism call for a technician familiar with contrabass clarinets and custom low-register extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I find more information about the custom low C modification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead all about the custom C extension \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/designing-the-low-c-extension-system\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Leblanclogo\/Leblanclogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Leblanclogo\/LeblanclogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Leblanc 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 Leblanc dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Didaskalou - West Michigan Band Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67759969403245,"sku":"LPC-1043","price":8999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Leblanc-Paris-Paperclip-Professional-Low-C-Contrabass-Clarinet.jpg?v=1792664858","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/leblanc-paris-paperclip-professional-low-c-contrabass-clarinet-sn-1043","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}