{"product_id":"vincent-bach-c180ml229-25a-ul-1978","title":"Vincent Bach C180ML229\/25A UL C-tube trumpet, manufactured in 1978","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA unique Bach C-tube that feels just like a B♭-tube.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"124\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e229 bell × 25A pipe × ML bore, 1978 Semi-Early Elkheart.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e [Overview]\u003cbr\u003eVincent Bach C-tube trumpet. 229 yellow brass bell (steel wire bead). 25A tubing. 459\" ML bore. Unlacquered finish. Instrument weight: 1,067 grams. Serial number: 15xxxx. Manufactured in 1978. No accessories or case included. Sold as instrument only. List price \u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e872,300 yen\u003c\/span\u003e (for lacquered finish)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[Condition]\u003cbr\u003eThe lacquer finish has been completely stripped using a stripping agent. Minor dents on the bell body, bell flare, and slide have been repaired. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe interior has been cleaned, soft parts replaced (*), and the instrument has been fully serviced and inspected.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*For pistons and inner felts \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, we use pressed felt specially ordered by our shop for Bach instruments to ensure stable alignment and durability. The thickness of the felt\u003c\/span\u003e is fine-tuned to fit each individual instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[Features]\u003cbr\u003eThis is a unique instrument assembled with slightly unusual specifications, even among C-tube trumpets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot qMYqUG_convSearchResultTextHighlightSafari\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69feca36-c1b0-83a7-9ecd-327d757834cd-2\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e \u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026:has([data-writing-block])\u003e*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69feca36-c1b0-83a7-9ecd-327d757834cd-2\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-69feca36-c1b0-83a7-9ecd-327d757834cd-2\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-20\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e \u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"08eca80b-636f-49e1-aa97-8d1e9cc46080\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"233\"\u003e The bell is the 229 Yellow Brass Bell, known as a standard for C-tube Bachs. On the other hand, the mouthpipe is 25A, and the valve bore is a medium-large bore rather than the typical large bore found in C-tube instruments. Since the design of the mouthpipe and bore is oriented toward that of a B♭-tube instrument, it offers a character that is easy to handle even for those who primarily play B♭-tube instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"366\"\u003e The characteristic brightness and projection of the 229 bell, combined with the moderate resistance of the ML bore, gives the sound a sense of cohesion and stability. Setting it apart from the bright, open resonance typically expected of a standard C-tube, this instrument boasts a unique balance—featuring a low center of gravity and dark nuances similar to a B♭-tube.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e The lacquer-free finish gives the instrument a subdued, matte appearance. It has a unique atmosphere and is visually striking at first glance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e The agile response and ease of expression characteristic of an unvarnished instrument are key features. It is recommended for those who wish to use a C instrument more freely—not only in orchestras, but also in ensembles, solo performances, or as a backup instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e \"I want a C clarinet, but I'm a little worried that the playing feel might be too different from a B♭ clarinet.\"\u003cbr data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"587\"\u003e \"I want a Bach that’s a little unique, not just a standard model.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"663\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e If this sounds like you, we highly recommend trying this distinctive C-tube trumpet from the semi-early Elkheart era.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vincent Bach","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50009922470125,"sku":"35565","price":231000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/c180ml22925a-ul-c-1978-4821132.jpg?v=1780691593","url":"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/en\/products\/vincent-bach-c180ml229-25h-sp-c-trumpet-1","provider":"TC楽器 - TCGAKKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}