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A special-edition reissue of a 1930 Stradivarius.
The Bach 197 Stradivarius New York #7 Limited professional Bb trumpet is a special edition Bach Stradivarius trumpet designed after the famous New York #7 trumpet of the 1930s. The #7 bell features a one-piece yellow brass lightweight construction and a classic French-bead flat rim for excellent response and tone. Combined with the #7 leadpipe, the New York trumpet is a very free blowing with a quick response. The Bach 197 is available in a bright silver plate finish with gold plated slides and trim and includes a specially marked double trumpet case.
A beautiful version of a great trumpet combining historical features with modern Bach performance. Order this rare instrument today.
Detailed Product Description
New York #7
Many features from "Back in the day...."
The Bach #7 bell, developed by Vincent Bach during the 1920's, first appeared in 1929. This bell is constructed in one piece from lightweight yellow brass, with the current version featuring a classic French-bead flat rim. The instrument also features a .462" bore, #7 leadpipe, vintage '30's style mouthpiece receiver, first and third slide finger rings, single brace tuning slide, third slide stop assembly, and semi-precious finger buttons. The instrument is finished in bright silver plate with gold plate slides and trim. The outfit includes a specially marked double case and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Lightweight construction
"Lightweight body construction with narrow braces and narrow tuning slide make this a very comfortable and intimate instrument," said Tedd Waggoner, Conn-Selmer marketing manager for brass instruments. "Given the tremendous historical significance of the #7 bell, we are very excited to be able to offer this limited edition." Historically speaking
Historical records show that the first production instrument with a #7 bell was a Stradivarius trumpet (#1249) made February 26, 1929. A few horns with earlier serial numbers were also retrofitted with the #7 bell. Regular production of the #7 bell started in January 1930. Many influential players
Examination of shop cards for these instruments show that influential players of the day purchased these instruments, including Merle Evans (on a cornet), George Mager, Leona May Smith, Dr. Charles Colin, Henry Busse, and the Juilliard Graduate School (all trumpets).
Detailed Product Features
- Limited edition
- Lightweight #7 yellow brass bell with French-bead rim
- #7 mouthpipe with vintage-style mouthpiece receive
- .462" bore
- First and third slide rings
- Third slide stop assembly
- Semiprecious finger buttons
- Silver-plated finish
- Gold-plated slides and trim
- Includes a limited-edition double case and certificate of authenticity
Detailed Product Specifications
- Key: Bb
- Bore: .459-inch
- Leadpipe: #7 Leadpipe
- Leadpipe Material: Yellow Brass
- Bell: #7 Taper Standard Weight One-Piece with French Bead Flat Rim
- Bell Material: Yellow Brass
- Valves: Monel
- 1st Valve Slide Adjustment: Fixed Ring
- 3rd Valve Slide Adjustment: Fixed Ring
- Features: Lightweight Body; Vintage 1930's Style Mouthpiece Receiver
- Case: Limited Edition Deluxe Double Case
- Mouthpiece: Bach 7C
- Finish: Silver with Gold Plated Slides and Trim and Semi-Precious Fingerbuttons
- Bell: Lightweight Yellow Brass #7
- Bore: .462"
- Finish: Silver Plated with Gold Trim
- Pistons: Monel
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0 found helpful, 0 found unhelpful.
Plays Great, Looks Mickey Mouse
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by Douglas Sax 2/25/2006 5:01:58 PM
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Musical Experience: professional in youth, getting back in shape
Style of music: symphonic
Hometown Ojai, California
In my professional days, I played a pre war (WWII) French Besson, a New York City Bach, and a Burbank Benge made by Eldon himself. This plays as I remember the New York Bach, and that for me, is as good as it gets. It is free blowing with an increasing resistance as you go higher. The sound and response is wonderful. Two complaints. ONE, this professional horn should be offered in all silver. I hate the two tone effect. Bad high school look. TWO, most egregious, the first valve slide ring has not been rounded on the inside and is sharp and cuts into my thumb. I will be talking to the factory about this. Other than that, it’s a truly superb instrument. For me, this is a player, not a collector’s item.
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18 found helpful, 3 found unhelpful.
sound and response even from bottom to top
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by Wendell Banyay 1/9/2006 4:10:21 PM
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Musical Experience: Professional
Style of music: Legit
Hometown Norfolk VA
I bought this trumpet right before Thanksgiving weekend and played it on a number of concerts during the holidays when I needed a Bb. It has a thick, dense sound with ample overtones, responds quickly in all registers, and has great carrying power. It is, for my tastes and needs, the best Bb I have ever owned or played in the last 25 years. Pitch is excellent, attacks pop out, and the sound has gotten me many nice comments from colleagues and audience members. It does blow tighter than my 43 bell but after two or three days, I was adjusted to it.
I am still having a small problem getting the first valve slide to consistently move freely. Micrometer measurements show a 10/1000th" difference between the gaps on the horn and the slide. If I don't get it working to my satisfaction, I will return it for factory repair. BUT, I love the way this horn plays and sounds, and my wife is glad I am not playing that old "ugly" trumpet any more. Definitely a horn to consider.
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23 found helpful, 3 found unhelpful.
Amazing sound!!
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by Ernst Brunner 12/29/2005 7:41:03 AM
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Musical Experience: Amateur musician
Style of music: Classical, Jazz, Big Band
Hometown Oftringen, Switzerland
I got my Bach New York two weeks ago. After a short time adapting to this horn I can really tell you THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST TRUMPET I'VE EVER PLAYED ON!! Amazing sound, superb response, easy high register, powerful low register. I don't find the words to describe how well this trumpet performs. If you are playing in a Big Band you will get back very much of your sound. That's the reason why it is so easy to play. I've played a lot of different Bach trumpets but I can assure you, this one is the best I've ever played on!!
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137 found helpful, 87 found unhelpful.
AWESOME!
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by Birdie 5/14/2005 12:22:57 PM
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Musical Experience: student
Style of music: concert band
Hometown Knob Noster,MO
This trumpet has the most beautiful sound I've ever heard! Good with lip slurs, high range notes are in good tune, and each note can be hit with the best precision! BUY IT!
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