Custom Shop Bach Stradivarius 42G Tenor Trombone - Modular Bell, Ex-USAF
For sale is a one-of-a-kind, professional Bach Stradivarius Model 42G Tenor Trombone with F-attachment. This horn has an unparalleled history, coming straight from Lackland Air Force Base (AFB) inventory. It is a unique custom assembly featuring a Gold Brass bell and an advanced modular bell system. After a full cleaning and readjustment here at Fleming, it is playing like a champion.
This is the ultimate choice for the discerning professional or collector who seeks a modular instrument capable of incredible tonal flexibility and projection. Its military provenance guarantees its mechanical quality, and the custom features make it ideal for the soloist or player needing a reliable, road-ready horn.
Custom Engineering and Military Heritage
This trombone is a fascinating blend of original Bach craftsmanship and professional modifications, likely done to meet the specific requirements of the Air Force Band program.
What makes this horn unique:
- Custom Modular Bell: The body features custom bracers that allow for an unprecedented two-point detachable bell system: the entire bell section detaches, and the flare itself also detaches (the last 10 inches). This offers incredible portability and flexibility for storage.
- Dark Tonal Core: The Gold Brass Bell (42G) ensures a rich, dark, and warm core sound. The bell is vintage (SN 33570, c. 1978-79) and retains the sought-after 42-taper sound.
- Optimized Airflow: It features a really well done custom venturi, which is a high-level modification designed to optimize airflow and resistance, maximizing the horn's responsiveness.
- Elite Provenance: Its Ex-USAF history guarantees it was maintained by professional technicians, ensuring the integrity of the Open Wrap body and the valve system.
Specifications & Condition
- Model: Custom Bach Stradivarius Assembly (42G Bell on Custom Body)
- Bell Serial: 33570 (c. 1978-1979)
- Finish: Lacquer (Body is Brass)
- Bore Size (Standard): .547-inch (Large Bore)
- Bell Diameter (Standard): 8 1/2-inch (Gold Brass)
- F-Attachment: Open Wrap, Rotor Valve
- Slide: Brass outer slide with Nickel Silver crook (excellent for speed).
- Condition: Excellent playing condition. The body is in near perfect shape, while the bell has developed very unique tarnishing patterns that add to its character. No major structural damage is present.
- Our Service: Fully cleaned, oiled, and readjusted here in the shop. The slide action and rotor timing are playing like a champ.
- Included: Comes with a Bach trombone case. No accessories are included.
Why Choose Fleming Music?
Here at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site instrument repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and fine-tuned before it reaches you. We take pride in offering a 1-year warranty and 2-week return policy on all instruments, giving you peace of mind with your investment. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, so please reach out to us at the shop via phone, email, or website contact: https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact.
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