{"product_id":"bach-stradivarius-229-piccolo-trumpet-1","title":"Vincent Bach Stradivarius C180SL 229 Professional C Trumpet - Silver Plated","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePre-Owned Vincent Bach Stradivarius C180SL 229 C Trumpet - Silver Plated (Circa mid-1970s)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWe have an exceptional vintage orchestral heavyweight on the bench today. In the world of orchestral trumpet playing, the Vincent Bach Stradivarius C trumpet with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"165\"\u003e#229 bell\u003c\/b\u003e is the gold standard that shaped the sound of major symphonies across North America. Renowned for its broad, dark, and sonorous orchestral core, the 229 bell offers a massive tonal spread and harmonic depth that effortlessly anchors a brass section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis specific horn, carrying serial number \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003e115000\u003c\/b\u003e, dates to the highly regarded \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003emid-1970s \"Early Elkhart\" era\u003c\/b\u003e. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"115\"\u003e\"DL\" stamp\u003c\/b\u003e above the serial number indicates that this instrument was factory-ordered with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"208\"\u003eDual-Bore \/ Large-Bore valve casing (L bore)\u003c\/b\u003e, a configuration favored by symphonic players to balance the quick response of a C trumpet with the broad air capacity needed for major orchestral literature. Showing only minimal, honest signs of careful handling, this horn remains in remarkably clean, near-collector cosmetic and mechanical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIconic #229 Yellow Brass Bell:\u003c\/b\u003e The classic orchestral bell taper designed to produce a rich, dark, expansive tone with tremendous projection and dynamic headroom without becoming bright or brittle in fortissimo passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFactory \"DL\" Large Bore Valve Section:\u003c\/b\u003e Stamped \"DL\" above the serial number, denoting Bach's symphonic bore architecture tailored specifically to optimize airflow and lower-register stability on C trumpets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMid-1970s Early Elkhart Era:\u003c\/b\u003e Hailing from serial block 115,000, this instrument comes from a celebrated manufacturing period known for solid brass quality, meticulous valve fit, and resonant acoustic taper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMonel Pistons \u0026amp; Two-Piece Casings:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with hand-lapped pistons offering tight mechanical tolerances, whisper-quiet action, and dependable fluid response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntonation Controls:\u003c\/b\u003e Equipped with a 1st valve slide thumb saddle and a traditional 3rd valve slide stop rod assembly for precise pitch adjustment in orchestral settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Shop Inspection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCosmetics:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003eExcellent Vintage Condition.\u003c\/b\u003e The original silver plating is exceptionally clean and vibrant throughout, exhibiting only faint, negligible signs of gentle handling. Zero major dent work or trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMechanics:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003eBench-Tested \u0026amp; Ready.\u003c\/b\u003e Our in-house master technicians have fully inspected, ultrasonically cleaned, and regulated the horn. The valves have crisp compression and silky-smooth action, and all slides pull effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a genuine Bach hardshell trumpet case. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Vincent Bach\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Stradivarius C180SL (229 Bell)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 115000 (Stamped \"DL\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey:\u003c\/b\u003e C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBell:\u003c\/b\u003e #229 One-Piece Hand-Hammered Yellow Brass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eValve Casing:\u003c\/b\u003e Large Bore (L \/ DL)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver Plated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa mid-1970s (Elkhart, IN)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-Owned \/ Excellent Vintage Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Fleming Music Commitment\u003c\/b\u003e When you purchase a professional instrument from Fleming Musical Instruments \u0026amp; Repair, you gain a dedicated support team. 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