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Pro-level Bach Stradivarius for Jazz Soloists





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Discerning jazz players searching for a professional-level trumpet need look no further than the Bach 180S43R Stradivarius. With the 180S43R, you'll experience a focused and character-filled sound, courtesy of its 0.459-inch bore. This horn's reversed #25LR lead pipe offers the snappy response and lower breath resistance of a lightweight model, and its 1-piece, #43 bell equips you with a bright, open sound that's tailor-made for jazz soloists. You also get top-of-the-line Monel valves, supplying you with extra durability, added warmth, and ultra-smooth response, along with a high-precision machined valve section and nickel-silver outer slides. You'll welcome the straightforward adjustability supplied by this trumpet's first valve thumb saddle and third valve fixed ring, and its lightweight silver-plated brass body infuses every note you play with the perfect hint of brilliance. The Vincent Bach 180S43R Stradivarius delivers a tonal color, intonation, and playability that you're sure to appreciate.





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Pro-level performance for discriminating players





The 180S43R Stradivarius is a professional-level trumpet that delivers top-shelf performance. Its yellow brass reversed #25LR lead pipe offers less breath resistance than a standard one, while its 0.459-inch, medium-large bore ensures a focused sound that's brimming with color. This horn's rugged Monel valves offer smooth, quick action for playability that's second to none, while safeguarding against performance-wrecking air leaks. The 180S43R's first valve thumb saddle facilitates easy intonation adjustments, while its third valve sports a fixed ring with an adjustable slide rod stop.





1-piece hand-hammered bell





The Bach 180S43R Stradivarius is equipped with a 1-piece, 4.8-inch bell with a #43 taper. Constructed from hand-hammered yellow brass, this bell produces a brighter sound than a standard #37 taper, that's also broader and more open. The 180S43R features a silver-plated finish, which brings a controlled brilliance to your overall sound. The 180S43R offers cannon-like projection ? it delivers an amazing, character-filled sound that's well-suited for jazz.





Bach: building high-quality trumpets for more than a century





Back in 1918, Austrian-born trumpeter Vincent Bach began making mouthpieces. By 1924, he was employing his expertise as a musician and an engineer to craft high-quality brass instruments. Today, the Vincent Bach Corporation is headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, and they produce a complete line of American-built student, intermediate, and professional trumpets that reflect the same level of tone and playability. Bach trumpets are handcrafted using top-shelf brass to deliver the utmost in durability and performance, with a signature sound that's preferred by professionals worldwide. The brass aficionados here at Sweetwater stand by Bach trumpets ? they're world class all the way.





Bach 180S43R Stradivarius Trumpet Features:


Reversed #25LR lead pipe offers less breath resistance than a standard one


0.459-inch, medium-large bore ensures a focused sound that's brimming with color


Monel valves offer extra durability, added warmth, and ultra-smooth playability


High-precision machined valve section and nickel-silver outer slides


1st valve thumb saddle facilitates easy intonation adjustments


3rd valve sports a fixed ring with an adjustable slide rod stop


1-piece, 4.8-inch bell with #43 taper ? well-suited for jazz


Hand-hammered yellow brass bell produces a brighter sound than a standard #37 taper


Silver-plated finish brings a controlled brilliance to your overall sound


Standard water key effectively drains accumulated fluid from your trumpet


Comes with a deluxe wood case and a Bach 7C mouthpiece