Pre-Owned Bach Stradivarius Model 72 Professional Bb Trumpet - Silver Plate (Ex-USAF)
For sale is a tried-and-true legend of the brass world: a pre-owned Bach Stradivarius Model 72 Professional Bb Trumpet, serial number 580503. The Bach Stradivarius has defined the sound of American trumpet playing for over half a century, and the Model 72 specifically is highly sought after by players who demand a massive, broad, and deeply resonant tonal core. What makes this specific horn truly exceptional is its history—it is an Ex-USAF instrument, meaning it was vetted and meticulously maintained by military technicians to perform at the highest national level.
We see a ton of these go to collegiate majors, professional commercial players, and principal orchestral trumpeters who want a horn that can easily soar over a full ensemble without the sound breaking up. Because it features the broader 72 bell paired with a brilliant silver-plated finish, you are getting an instrument that offers the perfect balance of a huge, dark acoustic core with a sparkling, projective edge.
- The 72 Bell: Unlike the standard, focused Model 37, the 72 bell flare is significantly broader. This allows the player to push a massive volume of air, producing a darker, wider, and more Germanic-style sound that is incredibly popular for heavy symphonic work and lead commercial playing.
- Silver-Plated Finish: The factory silver plating not only looks stunning under stage lights, but it also adds a highly desirable layer of brilliance and core projection to perfectly balance the darkness of the 72 bell.
- Ex-USAF Pedigree: You are getting a top-tier professional instrument that was built, vetted, and maintained to perform flawlessly under pressure for a premier military ensemble.
- The Fleming Setup: Even great used horns need a master technician's touch. Our expert in-house staff has fully inspected, cleaned, and precision-adjusted this trumpet to ensure the pistons are lightning-fast and the slides are perfectly smooth.
Condition Report & Shop Prep
- Finish (Cosmetics): Very Good Player's Condition. The original silver plating is beautifully intact and glowing. It shows some normal, honest signs of professional use, but possesses a fantastic aesthetic and is completely stage-ready.
- Body: Structurally Excellent. There are no major dents, dings, or signs of detrimental trauma to the instrument.
- Mechanics: Stage-Ready. The Monel pistons are incredibly smooth and hold excellent compression. All tuning slides pull freely. It plays brilliantly right out of the box.
- Accessories: No case!
Specifications
- Brand: Vincent Bach
- Model: Stradivarius Model 72
- Serial Number: 580503
- Key: Bb
- Bell: Model 72 (Standard Weight)
- Leadpipe: Standard #25
- Finish: Silver Plate
- Provenance: Ex-United States Air Force (USAF)
- Condition: Pre-Owned / Very Good Professional Condition (Fully Shop Adjusted)
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 accurately represented 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: .
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