Professional custom-made Bb clarinet with Backun’s redesigned Lumière bore, left hand auxiliary key (removable), low F vent (optional, automatic) and excellent intonation. Meticulously adjusted by Rodriguez Musical Services before shipping.
$10,285- $11,025
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.
Alcides Rodriguez, a clarinetist in the Atlanta Symphony, meticulously adjusts each Lumière before it ships. This includes evaluating key action, verifying pad seating, and calibrating spring tensions so the instrument responds evenly and feels comfortable from the first playing session. The Lumière leaves RMS in performance-ready condition.
Advanced students and professionals looking for an outstanding professional model instrument with exceptional intonation, the desirable left hand auxiliary key and the optional (automatic) low F vent will find the Lumière a serious contender.
| Body | Choice of Grenadilla or Cocobolo |
| Bore | Lumière |
| Keys | Choice of Silver keys /posts or Silver keys with Gold posts |
| Optional Automatic Low F Vent | Corrects low F tuning without additional key |
| Joint | Carbon fiber joints and tenons |
| Register tubes | Solid Silver (register and thumb) |
| Pads | Custom black leather, Custom register pad voicing pin |
| Barrels and bell | Lumière 65, 66mm (included) |
| Warranty | 2-year Backun manufacturer warranty |
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“I am literally ecstatic about my new set of Lumieres. Wow, I am really blown away by how fantastic they sound, the perfect intonation and the ease of playing. I can’t wait to get to know them better.” – Maria D.
“The Lumiere is really a special instrument. From the depth of sound to smoothness of the keys, playing this clarinet is a dream come true.” – Aaron G.
“It’s very rare that you can get an amazing clarinet without trying many before finding a good one. The tone is beautifully clear, centered, and consistent throughout all registers. The throat notes sound resonant and in tune without the need of resonant alternate fingers. Playing through all registers comes effortlessly and with the perfect amount of resistance. After trying various top models of a mayor brand without success in finding a great clarinet I have been fortunate to find in the first try the most amazing and beautiful instrument.” – Jose T.
“Performing in orchestral, chamber, solo, and recording settings, gradually I realized I was working too hard in terms of intonation. I decided that I would only change instruments or brands if I found an instrument that met my needs in terms of pitch while not compromising on sound quality. In the Lumiere, I found what I was looking for in pitch, but so much more. I have never played instruments with more consistent resistance, response, and tone. The sound is direct and focused, yet covered and warm. These horns can do all that I need as someone who performs contemporary and standard repertoire in a variety of settings. The Bb offers an effortless focus and projection, and the A has an ease and fluidity unlike anything I have experienced. When it comes to equipment, the goal is finding the horn and accessories that make it easiest for your voice to come through. Backun has streamlined that process for me–beautiful craftmanship with the performer in mind.” – Lisa K.
“I’m absolutely blown away by the vibrancy and complexity in the sound. The response and tonal evenness throughout the registers feels like a meticulously handpicked instrument, and then some. I was hoping for a supercar of clarinets, and I was not let down. Receiving this clarinet and starting to play on it has made all of 2020 a lot better for me!” – Andrew C.
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