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2001 Bach
Stradivarius Model 198 Bb trumpet $2,000
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2001
Bach Stradivarius
model 198 Bb trumpet
In recreating a 1930's look, this limited edition trumpet incorporates
hex-style slide pull knobs and wider bracing than found on today's
standard models. A longer mouthpiece receiver embraces the Bach Mt.
Vernon look. A handsome silver-plated finish with gold-plated trim and
distinctive engraving protects and adorn the instrument. A longer
mouthpiece receiver embraces the classic Mt. Vernon look. Like all Bach
Stradivarius trumpets the Vintage features a one-piece bell
construction.
While today the Bach model 180S37, based on the #37 bell flare and #25
lead pipe, stands as the world's most popular trumpet, such was not the
case during Vincent's lifetime. In the period 1927-1930 Bach trumpets
based on a #6 bell flare and #6 lead pipe were all the rage. Famous
musicians such as Harry Glantz, George Mager, F.E. Olds, Elden Benge,
and mouthpiece maker Frank Zottola at one time owned one of these Bach
models.
The Selmer Company paid tribute to this popular model by using
it as the basis for its limited edition Bach Stradivarius
trumpet. Although a #6 bell might sound slightly brighter than a #37
due to the shape of the flare, use of a gold brass
bell eliminates that edge. Gold brass contains a higher copper
content than
standard yellow brass, making the bell softer and dampening vibrations
for a warmer tone quality. Based on the popular .459" medium-large
bore, it is comfortable to play and focus. Incorporating the
#6 lead pipe, which generally feels slightly more restrictive than the
standard #25 lead pipe that most of today's musicians are used to,
recreates the sound and feel of a popular 1930-era Bach trumpet.
Utilizing a lightweight body and bell enhances the instrument's quick
response. Bach originally announced that 2,000 of this limited edition
Bach trumpet (model number 198) would be built. It is believed that
they eventually only made 1500.
Bach 198 Stradivarius #6 Series
Bb
Trumpet Features:
- Key: Bb
- Bore: 459-inch Medium Large
- Leadpipe: #6 Taper with Mt.
Vernon Style
Receiver
- Leadpipe Material: Yellow
Brass
- Bell: 4.8-inch #6 Taper Lightweight
- Bell Material: Gold Brass
- Valves: Monel Piston
- 1st Valve Slide Adjustment:
Saddle
- 3rd Valve Slide Adjustment:
Fixed Ring with Adjustable Slide Stop
- Features: Standard Water Key;
Semi-Precious
Finger Buttons
- Case: Specially Marked
Limited Edition Case
- Finish: Silver with Gold
Plated Trim and
Gold Wash Bell
- Engraving: Elaborate Bell
engraving
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