Fatboy Barrels

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Versatility defined

The Fatboy is at home in the world's most prestigious concert halls, famous jazz clubs, and everything in between. It's our best-selling barrel, and for good reason. Artists who are called upon to interpret a wide variety of music appreciate the Fatboy Barrel’s unique flexibility and versatility. Note: In Japan, this model is known as the Backun Barrel.

Specs: Grenadilla or cocobolo wood. Compatible with Bb and A clarinets.
Fit

Most instruments use Standard fit. Standard Plus is the same fit with a larger bore that's more free blowing. Many (but not all) Selmer Paris instruments use Selmer Paris fit.

Length

Most clarinets use a 66 or 65 mm barrel, but this varies by manufacturer. If you're happy with the tuning you'll want to order the same size as listed on your current barrel.

Wood

Cocobolo is red in appearance and offers a dark, full-bodied tone. Grenadilla is brown or black and offers a more focused sound with increased ping and projection.

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What's included?

One barrel, one velvet bag, and one barrel tube.

How can I purchase locally?

Please use our Dealer Locator to find a Backun dealer in your area.

Do you offer trials?

All online orders come with a 14 day trial starting from the day of delivery. All orders must be paid in full before shipment.

How much is shipping?

Shipping is free to Canada and the USA. International orders under $500 cost $49 to ship, but orders over $500 ship free.

See our complete Store Policies.

What is the warranty?

Backun Barrels come with a two year warranty from the date of purchase.

See complete warranty information.

FIT	BRANDS
Standard	Backun, Buffet, Selmer (USA, Centered Tone, 10G, Series 9), Yamaha, and most other brands
Standard Plus	As above, larger bore for more free blowing feel
Selmer Paris	Selmer Paris (Not including Selmer USA, 10G, Series 9)
Yamaha CSG	Yamaha CSG I, II and III

FIT	BRANDS
Standard	Backun, Buffet, Selmer (USA, Centered Tone, 10G, Series 9), Yamaha (including CSG), and most other brands
Selmer Paris	Selmer Paris (Not including Selmer USA, 10G, Series 9)

MODEL	MATERIAL	OPENING	FACING LENGTH	COMPARES TO
R	Hard Rod Rubber	Close	Short	M13/15
G	Hard Rod Rubber	Medium	Medium	5RV/M30/BD5
H	Hard Rod Rubber	Open	Long	B40/B45
CG	Proprietary Synthetic	Open	Long	BD4/B40
Z	Hard Rod Rubber	Extreme Open	Long	BD7

MODEL	MATERIAL	OPENING	FACING LENGTH	COMPARES TO
CG	Proprietary Synthetic	Open	Long	B46/B50

MODEL	MATERIAL	OPENING	FACING LENGTH	COMPARES TO
Bb	Plastic	Medium	Medium	5RV Lyre
Bass	Plastic	Medium	Medium	5RV Lyre

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