Backun BCLBPROTG-SKE Protege Intermediate Bb Clarinet SN PR3879

Backun Protégé Bb Clarinet Overview

The Backun Protégé is a Bb clarinet designed as a high-performance step-up instrument, pairing an unstained, naturally-aged grenadilla wood body with Backun’s poly-cylindrical bore for a focused core sound and consistent scale. This iteration includes the left hand Eb key as well as the New Traditional Barrel and Backun Bell to support a clear, centered response and dependable projection for ensemble and studio work.

Backun Protégé Bb Clarinet Specifications

• Key: Bb
• Body material: Unstained, naturally-aged grenadilla wood
• Bore: Poly-cylindrical bore
• Tone holes: Standard tone holes with undercut tone-hole finishing
• Keywork: Drop-forged and hardened keywork with triple-strike silver plating
• Springs: Traditional flat springs
• Left hand Eb key
• Barrel: Backun New Traditional Barrel (65.5)
• Bell: Backun Bell
• Case: Backun backpack case
• Accessories: Cork grease, cleaning swab (no mouthpiece included)

Condition & Setup

Brand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This clarinet has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm key regulation, pad seal, and consistent response across registers.

Who the Protégé Bb Clarinet Is For

The Backun Protégé Bb clarinet is a wood-body step-up clarinet built for advancing players preparing for college-level study and for educators who need a reliable, teaching-ready instrument. Its poly-cylindrical bore and Backun barrel and bell are designed to support quick response, stable pitch, and a compact, centered sound that carries clearly in wind ensemble, chamber settings, and daily studio use.

Players who value professional-style finishing will notice the undercut tone-hole work and the feel of the drop-forged, hardened, triple-strike silver-plated keywork. Traditional flat springs and custom black leather pads are chosen for a secure seal and predictable articulation, while the adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring helps manage comfort during long rehearsals or for players returning from injury.

Common Questions About The Backun Protégé Is the Backun Protégé suitable for college-bound students and serious ensemble playing?

Yes. The Protégé is designed for advancing players who need consistent scale, stable pitch, and quick response for orchestral excerpts, wind ensemble, chamber music, and daily practice.

What is included, and is a mouthpiece provided?

It includes a Backun backpack case and a cleaning swab. No mouthpiece is included.

What makes this Protégé comfortable for longer rehearsals?

An adjustable thumb rest and an integrated neck strap ring provide options for balancing hand load and improving comfort during extended playing sessions.

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