Lumière Bb Clarinet

The Evolution of Backun

The Lumière takes the clarinet to a level of breathtaking clarity and focus from the highest altissimo down through the low register. Less is more, as the Lumière flaunts European flair with uncompromising intonation and fluidity. Completely redesigned from the bell up, and the first clarinet to feature the new Backun Scale, this custom clarinet is a perfect match for those who desire the highest quality playing experience in a more traditional French-style instrument. Arching inline trill keys serve both form and function, moving the complex sculpted tone holes out of the waterline, while newly designed touch pieces offer a luxurious, refined feel. Among the finishing touches, custom leather pads make their first appearance on a Backun Clarinet, providing artists with unmatched response and feel.

Custom Built to Order

Backun Custom Clarinets are custom built to order by our small, dedicated team in Canada. For availability, and to discuss your musical needs, please contact us to schedule a free 15 minute sales consultation by phone or Zoom today.

Key

• Available in Bb or A

Approx. Weight

• 852g

Features

• Premium, unstained exotic hardwood body (in grenadilla or cocobolo)
• Custom made key work with triple-strike plating (in silver or gold)
• Lumière complex taper with Backun Scale bore
• Lumière sculpted undercut and overcut tone holes
• Modular posting system
• Carbon fibre joints and tenons
• Solid Silver Thumb and Register Tubes

Mechanics

• Removable left-hand Eb lever
• Automatic Low F Vent mechanism
• Inline trill keys with hardened, blue steel coil springs
• Advanced adjustment screws
• Adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring

Pads

• Custom black leather
• Custom register pad with voicing pin

Includes

• Lumière 66mm and 65mm Barrels
• Lumière Bell
• Custom BAM Trekking Single Clarinet Case (or Custom Marcus Bonna Case)
• Polishing cloth
• Silk swab
• Cork grease
• Backun Warranty
• Mouthpiece not included