Backun Clarinets — Canadian Premium

Backun Musical Services is a Canadian brand that revolutionized the clarinet world. Founded by legendary craftsman Morrie Backun in Burnaby, British Columbia, the company creates instruments chosen by the world's leading clarinetists. From innovative barrels and bells to complete handmade clarinets — Backun combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.

✓ Canadian handmade — Burnaby, BC

✓ Exclusive wood — grenadilla, cocobolo

✓ Complete lineup — student to concert

✓ Free shipping — from ₴4,000

🎵 About Backun Musical Services

Morrie Backun began his career as a master clarinet repairman, quickly earning a reputation as one of the best in the world. His revolutionary barrels and bells made from cocobolo and grenadilla transformed the clarinet sound. When leading clarinetists massively switched to Backun accessories, the company logically expanded into complete clarinets.

🏭 Backun Philosophy

Wood quality: careful selection of each piece
Hand finishing: every instrument is unique
Innovation: proprietary acoustic technologies
Testing: by professional clarinetists
Customization: tailored to the musician

🌟 Why Backun?

Revolutionary approach to acoustics
Exclusive wood species
Impeccable intonation
Even sound across entire range
Chosen by leading soloists
Canadian quality

🎯 Who is it for?

Students (Alpha, Beta)
Advancing students (Protégé)
Professionals (Q Series)
Concert soloists (MoBa, Lumière)
Orchestral players
Educators

🌍 Recognition

Backun artists worldwide
Leading orchestras
Conservatories and universities
International competitions
Recording studios

🎶 Backun Clarinets

Complete Clarinet Lineup

Model	Level	Wood	Features	Price from
Alpha	Student	Grenadilla	First premium-quality clarinet	35,000 UAH
Beta	Intermediate	Grenadilla	Enhanced acoustics	55,000 UAH
Protégé	Advanced	Grenadilla	Silver keys, professional quality	80,000 UAH
Q Series	Professional	Select grenadilla	Full professional model	120,000 UAH
MoBa	Premium	Premium grenadilla	Morrie Backun's signature	200,000 UAH
Lumière	Concert	Exclusive grenadilla	Highest level, handmade	300,000 UAH

Detailed Model Overview

🎵 Alpha — Student

The first student clarinet that sounds professional. Backun proved that a student instrument can have premium sound quality.

Key: Bb
Wood: African grenadilla
Keys: nickel-plated
System: Böhm, 17 keys, 6 rings
Barrel: Backun standard
For: beginners, first 2-3 years
Price: from 35,000 UAH

🎵 Beta — Intermediate

Enhanced acoustics and mechanics. The ideal step from student to professional level.

Key: Bb
Wood: select grenadilla
Keys: silver-plated
System: Böhm, enhanced
Barrel: Backun enhanced
For: 3-5 years of study
Price: from 55,000 UAH

🎵 Protégé — Advanced

Professional quality at an accessible price. Silver keys, carefully selected wood.

Key: Bb (also A)
Wood: select grenadilla
Keys: silver
System: Böhm, professional
Barrel: Backun professional
For: conservatory, competitions
Price: from 80,000 UAH

🎵 Q Series — Professional

Full professional clarinet. Select wood, impeccable intonation, powerful sound.

Key: Bb and A
Wood: premium grenadilla
Keys: silver, hand-finished
System: full professional
Barrel: Backun premium
For: orchestra, professional career
Price: from 120,000 UAH

🎵 MoBa — Premium

Morrie Backun's signature. Each instrument personally inspected and adjusted by the company's founder.

Key: Bb and A
Wood: exclusive grenadilla
Keys: silver, handmade
Feature: personal setup
Barrel: Backun MoBa
For: soloists, principal players
Price: from 200,000 UAH

🎵 Lumière — Concert

The pinnacle of the Backun lineup. Best wood, highest build quality, unmatched sound.

Key: Bb and A
Wood: finest grenadilla
Keys: silver/gold
Production: fully handmade
Barrel: Backun Lumière
For: concert soloists
Price: from 300,000 UAH

💡 Tip: Even the student Alpha model from Backun outperforms many "professional" clarinets from other brands in sound quality. Investing in Backun means investing in sound from day one.

⚙️ Backun Barrels, Bells & Mouthpieces

Backun started with accessories — barrels and bells that can dramatically transform any clarinet's sound. This is the most popular and affordable way to upgrade your instrument.

Barrels

Model	Wood	Sound Character	Price from
Fatboy	Grenadilla	Dark, rich, powerful	8,000 UAH
Fatboy Cocobolo	Cocobolo	Warm, rich, velvety	10,000 UAH
MoBa	Grenadilla	Focused, projecting	12,000 UAH
Lumière	Grenadilla	Richest, most complex	15,000 UAH
Traditional	Grenadilla	Classic, balanced	7,000 UAH

Bells

Model	Wood	Sound Character	Price from
Standard	Grenadilla	Balanced, even	6,000 UAH
Cocobolo	Cocobolo	Warm, rich	8,000 UAH
MoBa	Grenadilla	Projecting	10,000 UAH
Lumière	Grenadilla	Premium, best resonance	12,000 UAH

Mouthpieces

Model	Opening	Character	Price from
Alpha	Medium	Versatile, for students	3,000 UAH
Vocalise	Medium-Wide	Warm, vocal	5,000 UAH
MoBa	Various	Focused, projecting	8,000 UAH
Lumière	Various	Premium, best control	12,000 UAH

💡 The Backun secret: Replacing your barrel and bell with Backun can dramatically improve your current Buffet, Yamaha or Selmer clarinet's sound — for significantly less than buying a new instrument!

📊 Backun vs Other Brands

Parameter	Backun	Buffet Crampon	Yamaha	Selmer Paris
Country	Canada 🇨🇦	France 🇫🇷	Japan 🇯🇵	France 🇫🇷
History	2000s	1825	1887	1885
Approach	Innovative	Traditional	Technological	Classical
Wood	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★☆	★★★★★
Intonation	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★★	★★★★☆
Tone	Rich, warm	French dark	Clear, bright	Deep, dark
Student	from 35,000	from 30,000	from 20,000	—
Professional	from 120,000	from 100,000	from 80,000	from 150,000

🎯 How to Choose a Backun Clarinet

By Player Level

Your Level	Recommendation	Budget
Beginner (0-2 years)	Alpha — best start	from 35,000 UAH
Student (2-5 years)	Beta — enhanced quality	from 55,000 UAH
Conservatory	Protégé — professional foundation	from 80,000 UAH
Professional	Q Series — full professional	from 120,000 UAH
Soloist	MoBa / Lumière — highest level	from 200,000 UAH

Quick Upgrade Without a New Clarinet

What to Replace	Effect	Budget
Backun Barrel	30-50% tone improvement	from 7,000 UAH
Backun Bell	Better resonance & projection	from 6,000 UAH
Backun Mouthpiece	Control & articulation	from 3,000 UAH
Barrel + Bell	Maximum effect without new clarinet	from 13,000 UAH

💡 Pro tip: If you play a Buffet R13 or Yamaha CSG — try a Backun Fatboy Cocobolo barrel. Many musicians note it's the best sound investment for the least money.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Morrie Backun?

Morrie Backun is a Canadian master clarinetist and instrument maker from Burnaby, British Columbia. He started as a repairman and became one of the most influential clarinet manufacturers in the world. His barrels and bells revolutionized the industry.

Do Backun barrels fit other clarinets?

Yes! Backun barrels and bells are compatible with most Böhm system clarinets — Buffet Crampon (R13, Festival, Tradition), Yamaha (CSG, SE), Selmer and others. It's the easiest way to improve your current instrument's sound.

What's the difference between cocobolo and grenadilla?

Grenadilla produces a more focused, projecting sound — the classic clarinet tone. Cocobolo creates a warmer, more velvety and rich sound with unique character. Both are premium woods, but with different personalities.

Backun Alpha or Buffet E11 for students?

Backun Alpha surpasses Buffet E11 in wood and sound quality, though it costs slightly more. The Alpha sounds like a higher-class instrument. If budget allows — Alpha is the better long-term investment.

Can I try Backun before buying?

Yes! At our Kyiv showroom you can test Backun clarinets and accessories. Our consultants will help you find the perfect instrument or barrel for your playing style.