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Backun BCLBBALPHA-C-NKZ 'Alpha' Student Low C Bass Clarinet

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Backun BCLBBALPHA-C-NKZ 'Alpha' Student Low C Bass ClarinetBackun Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet Overview The Backun Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet is a brand new, lightweight Low C bass clarinet designed to deliver stable intonation and immediate playability while using the same acoustical design and durable key mechanism found on Backuns Q Series bass clarinets. Its proprietary two piece precision machined body is paired with a hand finished brass neck and bell for a clear, vibrant core and strong projection, and the

Backun Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet Overview

The Backun Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet is a brand-new, lightweight Low C bass clarinet designed to deliver stable intonation and immediate playability while using the same acoustical design and durable key mechanism found on Backun’s Q Series bass clarinets. Its proprietary two-piece precision-machined body is paired with a hand-finished brass neck and bell for a clear, vibrant core and strong projection, and the instrument includes a backpack-style case plus a mouthpiece kit featuring the Backun Protégé Bass Clarinet Mouthpiece with ligature and cap.

Backun Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet Specifications

  • Key: Bb
  • Range: Low C
  • Body: Proprietary lightweight two-piece precision-machined body
  • Tone holes: Sculpted under-cut tone holes with over-cut vented wings
  • Neck and bell: Brass, hand-finished
  • Keywork: Hardened key mechanism with triple-strike nickel plating
  • Mechanisms: Triple register mechanism; articulated G#; Low C mechanism with ergonomic balanced action
  • Pads: Custom black Valentino pads
  • Adjustments: Advanced adjustment screws; adjustable ergonomic thumb rest; neck strap loop
  • Case: Backpack-style case
  • Accessories: Mouthpiece kit with Backun Protégé Bass Clarinet Mouthpiece, ligature, and cap

Condition & Setup

This Backun Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet is brand new and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty. As an authorized Backun dealer, we inspect each instrument and perform a professional setup and play-test to confirm proper regulation and mechanical function before it ships.

Who the Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet Is For

The Backun Alpha Low C Bass Clarinet is a Low C bass clarinet built for players who need extended range to low C with dependable tuning, durable keywork, and manageable weight for frequent use. It is well-suited to advancing students, doublers, and working musicians who want the lowest bass clarinet notes for concert band, studio parts, and outdoor performances without moving to a heavier, more maintenance-intensive instrument.

What distinguishes the Alpha within its category is its Q Series-derived acoustical design and mechanism, combined with airflow-focused tone-hole shaping and a triple register system intended to keep the instrument stable across registers. The brass neck and bell contribute to a direct, projecting sound, while ergonomic features such as the balanced Low C action, articulated G#, and adjustable thumb rest help support long rehearsals and consistent technique.

Common Questions About The Backun Alpha

Is the Backun Alpha a true Low C bass clarinet?

Yes. The Alpha is designed with a Low C mechanism, extending the instrument’s range down to written low C rather than stopping at low Eb.

What makes the Alpha easier to live with than many Low C bass clarinets?

The Alpha uses a lightweight proprietary two-piece body and durable triple-strike nickel-plated keywork, plus adjustable regulation points, which helps keep the instrument manageable to carry and stable to maintain over time.

What comes included with this instrument?

It includes a backpack-style case and a mouthpiece kit with the Backun Protégé Bass Clarinet Mouthpiece, ligature, and cap. The instrument is brand new and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty.

We are proud to be an authorized Backun dealer

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