Bach B185 Stradivarius B-Flat Triumphal Trumpet Outfit

Vincent Bach combined his unique talents as both a musician and an engineer to create brass instruments of unequalled tonal quality. Often copied but never duplicated, Bach Stradivarius instruments today remain the sound choice of artists worldwide 

Built on the platform of the world renowned Bach Stradivarius model 18037, the B185 heralding trumpet features a #37 one-piece hand-hammered professional long bell that produces a warm sound with great projection. The #25 leadpipe allows for slight resistance that is effective in centering tone production. The silver-plate finish provides a controlled brilliance to the overall sound. These features combined with a .459" medium-large bore allow the player to produce a well-rounded sound well suited for all types ceremonial music.

• Key of Bb.
• 459" medium-large bore.
• One-piece hand-hammered # 37 yellow brass bell.
• #25 mouthpipe.
• Monel pistons.
• 1st slide thumb saddle.
• Adjustable 3rd slide rod stop.
• Clear lacquer finish.
• Bach 7C mouthpiece.
• 1847 woodshell case.

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