Vintage Vincent Bach Stradivarius Custom Professional Eb Trumpet (#239 Bell) - Silver Plated
We have another remarkable custom orchestral specialty instrument on the bench today. Classical soloists and symphonic players often face a difficult trade-off when tackling demanding high Eb literature: standard Eb trumpets can sound bright, tight, or laser-like, lacking the warmth, breadth, and room-filling core needed to blend with a full symphony orchestra or fill a concert hall.
This custom Vincent Bach Stradivarius Eb trumpet is the ultimate symphonic solution. Built with a dedicated Eb-pitch valve chassis, it has been paired with a full-size #239 yellow brass bell. Renowned for offering Bach's darkest and most focused orchestral taper, the #239 bell flare completely transforms the horn's acoustic character. It delivers the effortless high-register security, lighter fingerings, and nimble response of an Eb trumpet, while retaining the deep, rich overtone core and broad projection of a full-sized orchestral C trumpet.
Carrying serial number 155844 with the factory "EL" stamp above the serial block, this late-1970s Elkhart horn was purposefully built for the discerning symphonic player who demands high-register precision without sacrificing full, warm tone quality.
Key Features & Specifications
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Acoustic Eb Chassis with Full #239 Bell: Combines the effortless upper-register slotting and agility of an Eb trumpet with the deep, resonant harmonic core of Bach's celebrated #239 symphonic bell taper.
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"EL" Symphonic Valve Block: Features Bach’s factory Large Bore architecture, providing open airflow, broad dynamic headroom, and reduced resistance when opening up at high dynamic peaks.
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Late-1970s Elkhart Craftsmanship: Hailing from serial block 155,000, this era of Bach production is renowned for exceptional metallurgical resonance, responsive taper geometry, and tight valve tolerances.
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Monel Pistons: Precision hand-lapped Monel valves providing fast, dependable action and airtight mechanical compression.
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Intonation Controls: Outfitted with a 1st valve slide thumb saddle and an adjustable 3rd valve stop rod assembly for spot-on orchestral intonation adjustments.
Condition & Shop Inspection
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Cosmetics: Excellent Vintage Condition. The silver plating is remarkably clean throughout, exhibiting only light, honest handling marks consistent with careful professional use. Zero major dents or structural trauma.
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Mechanics: Bench-Tested & Ready. Our in-house master technicians have fully inspected, ultrasonically cleaned, and regulated the horn. The valves seat with crisp compression and silky-smooth throw, and all tuning slides pull cleanly.
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Accessories: Please note: This instrument does not include a case or mouthpiece, but protective gig bags, hard cases, and mouthpieces are available separately in-shop upon request.
Specifications
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Brand: Vincent Bach
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Model: Stradivarius Custom Symphonic
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Key: Eb
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Serial Number: 155844 (Stamped "EL" above serial)
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Bell Taper: #239 One-Piece Hand-Hammered Yellow Brass
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Bore: Large Bore (.462")
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Finish: Silver Plated
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Era: Circa 1978–1979 (Elkhart, IN)
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Condition: Pre-Owned / Excellent Vintage Condition
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