Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet In full working order. The Alpha is such a good instrument compared to the first one. FROM BEGINNING BAND TO MARCHING BAND The Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet is the result of years of research and development and the desire to give student clarinetists an affordable instrument that won’t restrict their development. From Beginning Band to Marching Band, The Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet is the result of years of research and development and the desire to give student clarinetists an affordable instrument that won’t restrict their development. I don't own a MoBa barrel, but got to barrow one for awhile, which I liked better than the standard Backun barrel I have. While the Backun wood barrels will still fit on the Alpha, they will compress the cork to fit the wood barrel thus making the Alpha barrel looser. Sale! The result is a series of mouthpieces, and a playing experience, beyond expectation. The Fatboy is at home in the world's most prestigious concert halls, notorious jazz clubs, and everything in between. Disclaimer: I was given this clarinet but all views and opinions are my own. Alpha Mouthpieces come standard with all Backun Alpha and Beta Clarinets, and are now also available as a standalone product. Tom Puwalski, Backun Alpha Plastic clarinet. Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet. Backun Alpha Clarinet – Nickel Keys Synthetic Body | Professional Bore. Premium Synthetic / Silver / Add Left E-Flat Lever, Backun, Buffet, Selmer (USA, Centered Tone, 10G, Series 9), Yamaha, and most other brands, As above, larger bore for more free blowing feel, Selmer Paris (Not including Selmer USA, 10G, Series 9). The Backun Alpha clarinet is an amazing instrument! Please note: If you purchase a Backun barrel with the Backun Alpha clarinet, the stock Alpha barrel’s receiving tenon is slightly larger than the wood Backun barrels. This is why we perform our setup (in our www.ClarinetRepairs.com ProShop) on your new Backun Alpha clarinet before delivering it to you. This instrument is a MUST for any player who has to be outside battling the elements. (There's some outfit on eBay selling the Alpha as "rented for just 2 … ALPHA Bb CLARINET. Your input is very much appreciated. Out Of Stock. Stay up to date with the new product announcments and Special Discounts available only through our newsletter! From $249. Dennis Strawley Backun Alpha Clarinet, Kanter "D" facing Mouthpiece, Rico 3.5 evolution. Morrie is known around the world for his custom barrels, bells, mouthpieces & clarinets. Key: Bb Body material: An unspecified blend of synthetic material Keywork: nickel or silver Thumb rest: adjustable with neck strap ring Pads: Valentino Barrel: Alpha 65mm. It has a really nice tone and is easy to play. But I've never heard the same thing said about a Buffet Clarinet. donaldmyerslibrarian (verified owner) – May 29, 2020. Now £1,725.00. Find a dealer or buy now with free shipping. Estimated Price: $1020 for nickel plated, $1160 for silver plated. Has a nice, hardy case to go with it. Here at Backun we make some of the finest clarinets. Alpha Student Synthetic Bb Clarinet - Backun Musical Services™ Please contact us to be connected with a dealer. The A clarinet, Lumière model (top model), is also available as a basset clarinet. A wood barrel on the composite body brings an amazing amount of tonal improvement and brings further tonal depth to your clarinet! First and foremost...the tone...you can't tell that this is made of a synthetic material versus wood. It hasn't been played yet but looks good upon arrival. Note: The Alpha Clarinet with Nickel Keys and Left Eb Lever is a special order item. Backun Alpha Clarinet SK $ 995.00 $ 895.00. Upgrade: Backun Alpha Clarinet with a Backun Wood Barrel! Backun has gotten some bad reviews in some orchestras as of late. The Backun Alpha clarinet is the result of years of research and development and the desire to give student clarinetists an affordable instrument that won’t be restrictive during their development. Note: All New Mouthpieces from Backun are cleaned, disinfected and sterilized for your health and safety. I was truly amazed as to how well this instrument plays. Payment methods: Paypal, Bank Transfer (invoice will be provided), cash on collection (collection from Delivered anywhere in UK ). Shop and save on the Alpha Bb Clarinet at Woodwind & Brasswind. Explore our selection of clarinets, including the CG Carbon, MoBa, Model F, Q Series, Protégé, Beta, and Alpha. Nickel Plated Keys The Backun Alpha clarinet is also available with nickel plated keys. Installs in minutes on your Backun Custom Clarinet with the optional Backun Custom Plate. Backun Beta Clarinet $ 2,295.00 $ 2,065.00. E/OE. Backun Alpha with S/P Keys. Le migliori offerte per Backun ALFA Bb Clarinetto con tasti di nichel sono su eBay Confronta prezzi e caratteristiche di prodotti nuovi e usati Molti articoli con consegna gratis! Professional Setup Every Backun Alpha clarinet we send out to a customer is not released from us unless it has been completely setup in our shop first. If you would like us to custom fit a wood Backun barrel to fit the SAME as the Alpha barrel, we can do that at no cost, but as this is a permanent customization to the wood barrel, it would void any return options on the barrel. Backun clarinet barrels are precision-manufactured in Canada from aged exotic hardwoods and perform to the highest standards. Comes with the original soft pouch and packaging. The Backun Alpha clarinet is the result of years of research and development and the desire to give student clarinetists an affordable instrument that … You trust us with your purchase and we want to make sure that you are rewarded by giving you your new Backun Alpha clarinet setup flawlessly! Shop Musicians Friend. Backun Alpha and Beta Clarinets Canada’s own Backun Musical Services is the Lamborghini of the Clarinet world. The best value is our Kessler Custom by Backun barrels as they are affordable and use the same acoustic designs as other Backun professional barrels. One take on a Bach Fugue, and really enjoying playing on synthetic clarinets. Vocalise Clarinet Mouthpiece by Hawkins & Backun, Mon-Fri 9:30-6:00 | Sat 9:30-4:00 | Pacific. The Backun Alpha clarinet is an amazing instrument! Subscribe to the Backun Newsletter to get the latest product updates, special offers, event information, and more. ***I do not represent a buffet dealer or backun … Free USA Shipping. They sound pretty damn good. While they don’t have the long storied history of the “big guys”, having only started in 2000, they are one of the “good guys”. It sounds like there isn't really such a thing as a "plastic intermediate", but the Backun Alpha or Buffet Prodige might come the closest. The Alpha Clarinet is crafted from an ideal blend of synthetic material for maximum resonance and durability. Now … Clarinets | Mouthpieces | Barrels | Bells, Shipping | Returns | Product Registration | Warranty. Sometimes, a clarinet (regardless of who the manufacturer or the price point is) comes in needing 20 minutes of adjustments and then the very next one can require 2 hours! Le migliori offerte per Backun BB ALFA Clarinetto TASTI Placcati in Argento Custodia Extra CANNE Pulizia Utensili sono su eBay Confronta prezzi e caratteristiche di … One Alpha Barrel, One Alpha Bell, Mouthpiece kit (mouthpiece, ligature, cap), Custom Case, Swab and Cork Grease. Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet. Visita eBay per trovare una vasta selezione di backun clarinet. Now £495.00. The intonation, the keywork, the altissimo....absolutely incredible. It's our best-selling barrel, and for good reason. Holiday returns accepted until January 8, 2021. This is the extreme. Backun, Alpha, MoBa, Protégé, and Vocalise are registered trademarks of Backun Musical Services. This product is available for purchase in the USA exclusively from Backun Dealers. That’s why Backun has invested in industry leading multi-axis machining technology, research and development, and craftsmanship. Backun Musical Services is headed by Clarinet mad-scientist Morrie Backun. Backun Protege with Eb Key - Cocobolo with Silver keys - Bb Clarinet. Don't need it so selling it here. Product description. I played a cheap clarinet for two weeks before I ordered a Backun. My daughter needed a good synthetic clarinet to play for outdoor performances. I really love the design and the sound the clarinet produces. alpha silver keys leva mib clarinetto Clarinetto Alpha Backun in Sib Il clarinetto Backun Alpha è il risultato di anni di ricerca, sviluppo e del desiderio di conferire agli studenti clarinettisti uno strumento affidabile che “calzi largo” durante la loro evoluzione musicale. Made from a proprietary synthetic material chosen for its excellent tonal qualities, the Backun Alpha Clarinet also gives professional players an instrument that they can confidently use for performances where a wooden instrument might not be appropriate. Very very good clarinet, good pads and great Sound. This blows the competition out of the water!!! Careers | Demo Products | Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions. An existing Lumiere can be turned into a basset clarinet with a separately available basset lower joint. Based on 60 months and 12.99% annual percentage rate, Professional Setup – the Kessler Advantage, King Legend Series Professional Trombones, Backun Warranty & Kessler 1 Year Shop Warranty. I was looking for the best synthetic clarinet for outdoor performances, keeping a ready-to-play instrument in my studio, and other situations where it may be less desirable to use my wooden clarinets. Now £425.00. However, you can get even more performance out of it with a Backun Wood Barrel. After reading numerous written and video reviews I opted to purchase an Alpha and have been extremely pleased. Responds very well with synthetic reeds, but with a good reed on my professional mouthpiece it really achieves amazing sound! *Free Shipping Order Minimums: $25 in Nevada, $150 for Contiguous USA States. Your clarinet mouthpiece is the most important accessory in your case. Where to get the Alpha: https://bit.ly/2WNIHUE Support me on Patreon! Backun "L" Facing mouthpiece, Legere signature 3.5. I've played on a MoBa set before, barrel, bell, and clarinet. Left Hand Eb Lever (standard in some markets). With its stable, resonant, and lightweight synthetic body, water-resistant black Valentino pads, durable and ergonomic key work, and adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring, many hours of enjoyable practice–and performance–are ahead. Scopri le migliori offerte, subito a casa, in tutta sicurezza. For those with RSI injury or other concerns, this product can be a game changer in terms of comfort and support. The Backun Alpha Clarinet is the result of years of research and development and the desire to give student clarinetists an affordable instrument that won’t restrict their development. Backun Lumiere - Cocobolo with Silver Keys & Gold Posts - Bb Clarinet. I've played in two orchestra where they will not let clarinetists perform with Backun clarinets, bells, barrels, ect. The Alpha Clarinet is crafted from an ideal blend of synthetic material for maximum resonance and durability. All rights reserved. While there is no performance difference, nickel plated keys do help save on the cost, which who doesn’t like saving?! The clarinet was rented for my child's school band, which recommended an instrument dealer that works with Backun. Backun Alpha with N/P Keys - Bb Clarinet. ft. Backun Alpha Their instruments are so iconic that even an untrained eye can recognize them instantly from the back row of the largest concert halls. However, you can get even more performance out of it with a Backun Wood Barrel. Specs: Tip opening of 1.00 mm with a medium facing. No missing parts or defects. Alpha Bb Clarinet Silver Keys The Backun Alpha Bb Clarinet is the result of years of research and development and the desire to give student clarinetists an affordable instrument that … It plays very evenly and the keywork was adjusted flawlessly. Shop Now Add to cart. Share it with your friends so they can enjoy it too! Designed as the optimal indoor and outdoor student clarinet, it's at home in the classroom, on the concert stage, or the marching field. A wood barrel on the composite body brings an amazing amount of tonal improvement and brings further tonal depth to your clarinet! Ways to upgrade/customise a student clarinet! Both are available almost-new (or in otherwise excellent condition) on Reverb and eBay. Backun produces only clarinets with French fingering system (Boehm) and so far only the most common clarinets in B ♭ and A. Silver key work. The alpha fits the bill perfectly. Free USA Shipping. Artists who are called upon to interpret a wide variety of music appreciate the Fatboy Barrel’s unique flexibility and versatility. I like Backun products a lot, I use one of their barrels on my R13, and a barrel and bell set on my shitty A Clarinet, which helps make it not so shitty. © 2021 Backun Global . 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