{"product_id":"selmer-paris-a16-presence-evolution-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-s05033","title":"Selmer Paris A16 'Presence Evolution' Professional A Clarinet in Grenadilla","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris A16 Presence Evolution A Clarinet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Paris A16 Presence Evolution is a professional A clarinet designed for advanced clarinetists who need the darker color, secure response, and orchestral flexibility of a dedicated A instrument. Selmer Paris places the Presence Evolution within its professional clarinet lineup, with design features intended to support a centered feel and dependable response for serious ensemble playing. This instrument is built in grenadilla with silver-plated keywork. A ynthetic resin-lined upper joint provides high resistance to cracking and moisture changes. Includes Selmer case, mouthpiece, ligature, cap, cork grease, swab, and one 66.5 mm barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris A16 Presence Evolution A Clarinet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: A clarinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: A16 Presence Evolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Plating: Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel: One 66.5 mm barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvolution system (resin sleeving on the upper part of the body) provides optimal stability and protection against moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Selmer Paris case with backpack straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, ligature, cap, cork grease, and swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: S05033\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned clarinet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The keywork is complete and intact, with bright silver-plated keys and rings showing little visible tarnish. The grenadilla body shows fine surface scratches, scuffs, and handling marks from normal use, particularly on close inspection around the joints, bell area, and serial-number area. The Selmer case shows light exterior scuffing consistent with normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the A16 Presence Evolution A Clarinet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Presence Evolution A clarinet is intended for advanced students, orchestral clarinetists, chamber musicians, and professional players who need a dependable A clarinet to pair with a primary Bb instrument. It is especially relevant for players working in orchestral and chamber repertoire where the A clarinet's longer tube and tonal shading are part of the musical language. Players looking for a professional Selmer Paris A clarinet with a centered, refined response concept should give this model serious consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Selmer Paris A16 Presence Evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Presence Evolution fit within Selmer Paris professional clarinets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Presence Evolution is part of Selmer Paris's professional clarinet family. It is designed for serious players who want a refined professional instrument without moving into Selmer's higher-priced signature or custom-style models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose an A clarinet for orchestral and chamber playing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn A clarinet is standard equipment for many advanced clarinetists because significant orchestral and chamber repertoire is written specifically for it. The instrument offers a distinct tonal color and allows players to perform that repertoire in the intended key and register layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the practical significance of the included 66.5 mm barrel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarrel length affects pitch center, response, and how the instrument balances with a player's mouthpiece and reed setup. The included 66.5 mm barrel gives the player a defined starting point for evaluating tuning and resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/SelmerParislogo\/SelmerParislogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/SelmerParislogo\/SelmerParislogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Selmer Paris 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 Selmer Paris dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conn Selmer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53729724825965,"sku":"A16PRESENCEEV-S05033","price":2294.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7132073.jpg?v=1786745986","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/selmer-paris-a16-presence-evolution-professional-a-clarinet-in-grenadilla-sn-s05033","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}