Vincent Bach 42B GL 1987 Model Wide-Bore Tenor Bass Trombone

" : The answer that lies at the forefront of evolution."
Rediscovering the “Traditional 42B.”

[Overview]
Vincent Back large-bore tenor bass trombone. 8.5-inch yellow brass bell. F-tube traditional wrap style. Rotary lever ball joint type. 13.90 mm slide bore. Lacquer finish. , manufactured in 1987.Accessories: Used Yamaha hard case (no keys. Stickers attached; some peeling on exterior—see detailed images) New Price: 719,400 yen

[Condition]
Bell, gooseneck, tuning slide, slide barrel, and outer slide show extensive lacquer peeling and scratches. The bell body, tuning slide curve, and slide have small dents with repair marks. Interior cleaned; soft parts replaced. All sections serviced and inspected.

[Features & Appeal]
The 42B Traditional Wrap model, considered the origin of Vincent Bach’s large-bore tenor trombones.

Since the 1980s, the advent of open-wrap designs has made a smooth, expansive playing feel the mainstream. Yet there is a reason why traditional-wrap models continue to be produced.

A moderate resistance firmly supports the breath, giving the sound core and density. It’s not just about the instrument sounding—it’s about the sensation of “making it sound.” This direct response is the very essence of this model.

The articulation is clear and sharp, and the resonance possesses a powerful drive. It prioritizes concentration over expansiveness, and presence over mildness. It directly brings out the dynamic appeal of the trombone.

The resonant tone of the yellow brass bell and its crisp response. A robust sound that responds exactly to the effort you put into it is another major feature. It takes a slightly different direction from today’s mainstream. That is precisely why this sound possesses a persuasiveness all its own.

“This is definitely the one for the back line”— it’s an instrument that makes you feel that way, a true return to the roots.