A Clarinet Upgrade for Enhanced Tone and Response Your mouthpiece may shape the sound, but the barrel can have an equally dramatic effect on your clarinets tone and response. Backun is a pioneer in crafting unique clarinet barrels. And now, you can find your ideal sound with the barrel that started it all! The New Traditional barrel possesses an exotic wood body situated between two integrated wooden rings. Its extraordinary design yields heightened response and articulation from your clarinet, letting you strike your audience with uninhibited tonal colors. In addition, clarinetists at Sweetwater absolutely love the warm, nuanced sound provided by this barrel’s natural cocobolo wood. The New Traditional barrel is truly a sight to behold no stains or dyes were used when crafting it, so you can admire all the gorgeous details in the wood grain. Note: The New Traditional barrel is compatible with both Bb and A