Bach Stradivarius New York #7 TrumpetNew York #7
Many features from "Back in the day...."The Bach #7 bell, developed by Vincent Bach during the 1920's, first appeared in 1929. This bell is constructed in one piece from lightweight yellow brass, with the current version featuring a classic French-bead flat rim. The instrument also features a .459" bore, #7 leadpipe, vintage '30's style mouthpiece receiver, first and third slide finger rings, single brace tuning slide, third slide stop assembly, and semi-precious finger buttons. The instrument is finished in bright silver plate with gold plate slides and trim. The outfit includes a specially marked double case and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
Lightweight constructionLightweight body construction with narrow braces and narrow tuning slide make this a very comfortable and intimate instrument. Limited edition.
Historically speakingHistorical records show that the first production instrument with a #7 bell was a Stradivarius trumpet (#1249) made February 26, 1929. A few horns with earlier serial numbers were also retrofitted with the #7 bell. Regular production of the #7 bell started in January 1930.
Many influential playersExamination of shop cards for these instruments show that influential players of the day purchased these instruments, including Merle Evans (on a cornet), George Mager, Leona May Smith, Dr. Charles Colin, Henry Busse, and the Juilliard Graduate School (all trumpets).
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I bought this trumpet right before Thanksgiving weekend and played it on a number of concerts during the holidays when I needed a Bb. It has a thick, dense sound with ample overtones, responds quickly in all registers, and has great carrying power. It is, for my tastes and needs, the best Bb I have ever owned or played in the last 25 years. Pitch is excellent, attacks pop out, and the sound has gotten me many nice comments from colleagues and audience members. It does blow tighter than my 43 bell but after two or three days, I was adjusted to it.I am still having a small problem getting the first valve slide to consistently move freely. Micrometer measurements show a 10/1000th" difference between the gaps on the horn and the slide. If I don't get it working to my satisfaction, I will return it for factory repair. BUT, I love the way this horn plays and sounds, and my wife is glad I am not playing that old "ugly" trumpet any more. Definitely a horn to consider.
I got my Bach New York two weeks ago. After a short time adapting to this horn I can really tell you THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST TRUMPET I'VE EVER PLAYED ON!! Amazing sound, superb response, easy high register, powerful low register. I don't find the words to describe how well this trumpet performs. If you are playing in a Big Band you will get back very much of your sound. That's the reason why it is so easy to play. I've played a lot of different Bach trumpets but I can assure you, this one is the best I've ever played on!!
This trumpet has the most beautiful sound I've ever heard! Good with lip slurs, high range notes are in good tune, and each note can be hit with the best precision! BUY IT!
It is free blowing with an increasing resistance as you go higher. The sound and response is wonderful. Two complaints.ONE This professional horn should be offered in all Silver. I hate the two tone effect. TWO. Most egregious, the first valve slide ring has not been rounded on the inside and is sharp and cuts into my thumb. I will be talking to the factory about this.Other than that, a truly superb instrument. For me, this is a player not a collectors item.
