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Backun Alpha Bass Clarinet - Low Eb, Nickel-Plated Keys
MSRP: $460000
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About Inventory Status
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Description
Description
Affordable and Lightweight – The Backun Alpha Bass Clarinet – Low Eb, Nickel-Plated Keys
Imagine a professional instrument designed for advancing bass clarinet players and artists, alike. The Backun Alpha Low Eb Bass Clarinet utilizes the same acoustical design and durable key mechanism found on the Q Series Bass Clarinet as the foundation for this synthetic Low Eb version, which is available in two body configurations. Alpha Bass Clarinets feature a neck and bell that are crafted from brass and hand-finished, providing a vibrant tone and incredible projection. From a lightweight proprietary body to hardened and triple-strike plated key work available in durable nickel or bright silver plating, Alpha Low Eb Bass Clarinets are equally at home in the classroom, studio or outdoor concert venues.
- Proprietary and lightweight two-piece precision-machined body
- Sculpted under-cut tone holes with over-cut vented “wings” for optimized airflow
- Elegant key work with triple-strike plating (in nickel or silver finish)
- Neck and bell crafted from brass, yielding a vibrant tone with great projection
- Triple register mechanism for unrivalled tuning
- Articulated G# mechanism
- Low Eb mechanism with ergonomic balanced action
- Advanced adjustment screws that allow players to fine-tune their optimal setup
- Adjustable ergonomic thumb rest and neck strap loop
- Custom black Valentino pads that are exceptionally durable
- Includes Alpha Bass Clarinet Neck
- Includes Alpha Bass Clarinet Bell
- Includes Backun Low Eb Bass Clarinet long peg
- Includes ABS hardshell case
- Includes polishing cloth
- Includes large double-sided kite-style swab with dual pull tabs
- Includes cork grease
- Includes Backun warranty
- Includes mouthpiece kit with Backun Protégé Bass Clarinet Mouthpiece, fabric ligature, cap and Légère Bass Clarinet Reed
Choose between a sturdy compact ABS hardshell case for rental fleets, schools and travel, or a stylish compact lightweight ballistic nylon backpack case for those on the go.
Specifically designed for schools and performing groups that require a one-piece bass clarinet body, the Backun Alpha Low Eb One-Piece Bass Clarinet includes all of the key work and finishing features of the Alpha Low Eb Two-Piece body with a centre-joint mechanism that safely and securely fortifies the upper and lower joints together in one piece. This reduces the need for advancing young artists to assemble the instrument each time, preventing possible damage to the bridge mechanism while ensuring proper alignment of the joints. The one-piece model is only available in a sturdy Long ABS Hardshell Case that securely stacks and stands in both vertical and horizontal positions.
Get the Low Down
Triple register/Bb mechanism for unparalleled performance and intonation throughout the upper register.
Thumb Key
Comfortable angled register key touch-piece for seamless register shifts.
Locking Middle Section
Hassle-free adjustable joint-locking mechanism ensures proper action and performance every time the instrument is assembled (Available only on the two-piece models).
Thumb Rest
Ergonomic adjustable thumb rest with curved lip and neck strap loop that supports easy reach of the left-hand key work cluster.
Key Work
Precision CNC machined key work that is hardened and triple-strike plated for incredible durability.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Approx. Weight: 7kg
Manufacturer: Backun
Model: BCLBBALPHA-E-NK-ABS
SKU: I780309-N-1-WHXE
UPC: 889052021894
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