A short cornet that plays with a feel and intonation similar to a trumpet!!
[Overview]
Vincent Bach B♭ Short Cornet
Model: Stradivarius 184
Bell: 184/123 mm
Bell Material: Yellow Brass
Bell Construction: Single-piece
Bore: .459" (11.66 mm) ML
First Slide: Auto-trigger
Finish: Silver-plated
Weight: 1101 g (measured)
Year of Manufacture: 1997
Accessories: Genuine single hard case
*Case key not included
New Price: 677,600 yen
[Condition]
Only faint scratches and polishing marks are visible here and there. It is in excellent condition with no noticeable scratches or dents. The piston button shell has been replaced with black mother-of-pearl. The interior has been cleaned, the soft parts replaced, and all mechanisms adjusted and serviced.
*The inner felt for the pistons uses pressed felt that our store orders specifically for Bach instruments. The thickness of the felt is fine-tuned to match each individual instrument.
[Features]
General
The Vincent Bach Model 184 is a British-style short cornet that the company has been crafting for many years. Featuring a rounded Shepherd’s Crook and a compact body, it offers a soft tone and rich resonance that are distinctly different from those of a trumpet. However, its tonal character differs slightly from the velvety, enveloping sound typically found in British-style cornets; the contours of the sound possess the clarity characteristic of Bach instruments.
This instrument features a .459" ML bore. While it possesses the softness characteristic of a short cornet, its intonation and response to breath are relatively close to those of a trumpet, and it does not sink into an unnecessarily deep resistance.The sound also has a moderate core; when played softly, it sounds like a cornet, but when played with more air, it reveals the tension and presence characteristic of Bach. In short, the great appeal of this 184ML lies in the fact that it is a cornet you can switch to without significantly altering the feel of a Bach trumpet.
Another distinctive feature is the playing position when holding the instrument. On typical short cornets, the mouthpiece receiver is set further back than the curve at the rear of the bell, which tends to bring the entire instrument closer to the body when held. The 184, however, features a layout where the receiver extends toward the player, so even when switching from a trumpet, there is no need to bend your arms excessively, making it easy to maintain a natural playing posture.
Manufactured in 1997, this instrument is in excellent condition, showing only faint scratches and polishing marks, with no noticeable scratches or dents.It has been internally cleaned, has had its soft parts replaced, and has undergone adjustments and maintenance throughout. It is ideal for players who seek a cornet tone distinctly different from that of a trumpet but do not want to significantly alter their playing feel or posture. This is a short cornet unique to Bach that trumpet players can naturally pick up, making it perfect for switching between instruments in orchestral or solo performances.
