Gold plating unleashes the potential of the "Artisan. " Bach Artisan Trumpet Domestic Plating Model.
[Overview]
Vincent Bach B♭ Trumpet, "Artisan". French bead, yellow brass bell. 459'ML bore. Nickel silver & brass 2-piece valve casing. Long type 3rd slide Stop rod. Gold-plated finish (*). Instrument weight: 1123 grams.Accessories: Artisan genuine double hard case, Bottom cap ring (1 piece, silver-plated), Two types of valve guides ( Brass, resin ) Made in 2011.
※Original gold plating by a Tokyo-based wind instrument specialist (domestic plating process)
[Condition]
Minor plating pinholes (small flakes) on top of 1st valve casing, slight plating flaking around piston button edges (see detailed images). Otherwise, only faint scratch marks visible. Beautiful condition with no dents or repair history. Interior/exterior cleaned. All soft parts replaced, fully serviced.
※Piston and inner felt feature pressed felt custom-ordered by our shop for Bach instruments, ensuring stable alignment and durability. Felt thickness is finely adjusted for each individual instrument.
[Features]
The Artisan series embodies a philosophy distinct from Bach's flagship Stradivarius line. While returning to Bach's roots, it transcends mere reproduction, positioning itself as a model with the clear concept of "Bach optimized for the modern performance environment."
This particular instrument features a combination of a yellow brass bell and gold plating. While yellow brass is generally known for its bright, lively character and quick response, the impression from this instrument leans more towards gold brass. It combines a substantial, weighty presence with a rich, low-center-of-gravity resonance. This is likely influenced by the domestic plating process—a meticulous, high-density finish.
The characteristic "high density," "heaviness," and "luster" of the gold-plated finish are firmly integrated into the sound. Combined with the Artisan's signature "tight contours" and "well-structured harmonics," this yields a symphonic resonance that is both substantial and highly accessible. It achieves the seemingly contradictory comfort of being "deep yet clear" and "rich yet agile."It remains stable even under strong playing, envelops softly in pianissimo passages, and naturally asserts its presence within an ensemble—faithfully reflecting the player's emotional nuances and phrasing intentions. Truly embodying the duality of depth and high resolution—this instrument represents the realm where Artisan's defining characteristics resonate most beautifully.
