$9,800 · Bb Backun Lumière Grenadilla Clarinet

This Backun Lumière clarinet in grenadilla was purchased new in April, 2019 but has not been played for most of its very short life for two reasons: COVID caused a halt to any group that I might otherwise have been playing with, and I made the decision to buy a cocobolo Bb clarinet identical to this one to match my A clarinet. It took a long time to come to the decision that I will not need two Bb clarinets that are so similar. These are expensive instruments - many of the world’s top players perform on them - the list of Backun artists is long and impressive. This instrument has been meticulously maintained since new (cautious and slow break in period, humidity packs, regular oiling as per Backun instructions, wiped down after each use, personally set up by Morrie Backun, factory servicing earlier this year). It had a small crack which was personally repaired by Morrie Backun (not an uncommon occurrence amongst clarinets) and which in no way affects playability. This instrument has the gold post option and has been fitted with a solid silver throat tube - and yes, it does make a difference. The replacement cost of this instrument is $13,306.70 CAD (including taxes). Asking price is $10,300 but open to reasonable offers. Located in Victoria.