1977 Vintage Bach Stradivarius 180S43 Near Mint Condition Corporation Bell
Model 43 Bach Stradivarius Corporation Bell. Manufactured in 1977, this is a rare Excellent condition model of a Model 43 with Corporation Bell Variation.
This trumpet represents the last of the very few rare Model 43's with Corporation Bell. The last of these were produced in 1978. See Bell variation link below. All Original Parts and finish aside from New: Springs, Cork, Felts, Valve Bumpers, Valve Guides.
Humes and Berg cup mute. Orifinal Brass Valave guides as well as plastic valve guides included. Horn Holds Very Healthy loudly Audible Compression "Pops" on Slide tests.
Trumpet sounds as big, versatile and full as you can imagine from a Model 43 from this era! Small area of silver wear on 3rd valve slide as pictured, couple miniscule negligible dings on bell shaft as pictured. The 180S43 features a #43 one-piece hand-hammered professional bell that produces a warm sound with slightly more control and with great projection allowing this instrument to work well in multiple musical settings-from jazz to concert or solo playing. 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 of music. Standard weight yellow brass one-piece hand-hammered #43 bell.
Adjustable 3rd slide rod stop.