Author: Ursa
Date: 2017-04-18 23:08
The Alpha in my studio is plastic, with silver-plated keys.
While Backun states that the Alpha is "made from a proprietary synthetic material chosen for its excellent tonal qualities", I've wondered many a time if it'd be better if made from the heavy plastics used to build the vintage Bundy 1400 and B&H 1-10. The Alpha material is so lightweight that the barrel and bell feel insubstantial and toy-like. Yet, I've invested in wooden Backun barrels and a bell and found the stock Alpha barrel and bell to be superior overall performers.
Materials aside, it must be said that I also wish the Alpha keywork could be fitted to the 576. It's much more robust, a bit more ergonomic, and, to my eyes, substantially better looking.
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The Clarinet BBoard
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