Bach Stradivarius 180-37 Trumpet


Bach Stradivarius 
180-37 Bb Trumpet 

This Trumpet was in incredible condition cosmetically, but was found to be very difficult to play.  








Custom medium weight receiver in progress. Searching for the playing properties each player has requested.


Installing Custom medium weight receiver was built to accomplish the playability this player has requested.  Precision cutting s and tapers are done as well as numerous play tests where required to determine the best weight to enhance the trumpets


Testing the playing position of the receiver is done to find the best feeling and most responsive placement.  Final positioning and brace placement is found then soldered in, and play tested once again.  Many playing sessions are performed to ensure only the finest playability of each Trumpet.

The Bell was dismounted-reshaped, Bell tail sleeve was added to enhance the sound core.
 
Body alignment and brace positions were placed to provide the most resonant sound core.




Final Buffing and Polishing 


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