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The MoBa Clarinet: A Modern Classic





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Lovingly coined the “Stradivarius of the clarinet world,” the MoBa clarinet from Backun is appreciated among seasoned clarinetists across the globe. Built using a combination of CNC technology and traditional hands-on techniques, the MoBa supplies players with increased resistance and a deep, dark sound that’s appropriate for a variety of applications, including solo recording and orchestral work. The MoBa is available in cocobolo and grenadilla models, both with carbon fiber tenons and joints. Musicians at Sweetwater note that this saves plenty of time on tuning and enables you to play for more extended periods without tuning breaks. On the exterior, triple-strike plated keywork covers overcut and undercut tone holes for unparalleled playability. Finally, the MoBa comes equipped with two barrels, a removable left-hand Eb key, and an adjustable thumb rest with a neck strap ring. Audition the MoBa clarinet today!





Adjustable and interchangeable components let you find an ideal setup





To suit a variety of discerning players, the MoBa comes equipped with two barrels, a MoBa bell, and sculpted overcut and undercut tone holes. Each of these details helps to deliver exceptional tone and playability. Accompanied by a complex taper with a Backun Scale bore design, these features facilitate smooth technique and delightfully balanced tone every time you play. You’ll also enjoy numerous adjustable components, including a removable left-hand Eb key, an adjustable thumb rest, and a neck strap ring, so you can find a setup that works best for you.





Backun Musical Services: reinventing the clarinet one piece at a time





Founder Morrie Backun started with a small woodwind repair shop outside of Vancouver, Canada. At one point, he was asked to overhaul a clarinet with a missing barrel. So he set out to make a brand-new one using exotic cocobolo wood, thus creating the very first Backun clarinet barrel. After that point, Backun gained international recognition for designing and creating a unique line of barrels, bells, and clarinets. Today, Backun Musical Services is recognized as a leader in the clarinet world, inspiring players of all ages and skill levels.





Backun MoBa Professional Bb Clarinet Features:


Professional clarinet for soloists, orchestral artists, and other dedicated players


Premium unstained exotic hardwood body available in grenadilla or cocobolo


Drop-forged and hardened keywork with triple-strike plating, inline trill keys, and an automatic Low F vent mechanism


Features a MoBa complex taper bore for increased resistance


Sculpted undercut and overcut tone holes are fitted with custom black leather pads


Carbon fiber joints and tenons ensure a secure fit


Equipped with a removable left-hand Eb key and an adjustable thumb rest with neck strap ring


Ships with 2 barrels and a custom BAM Trekking case