loudog

Hello all,

I have a silver-plated Bach Stradivarius 229 bell C trumpet with a full conversion by Bob Malone on it that I’m selling.* Right now, I’ve got a raw brass MC1o leadpipe and tuning slide on it, but will also include the original silver plated MC1 leadpipe and tuning slide.* Full Malone conversion also includes annealed bell, and work where the bell goes into the horn.* Also, moveable first valve-slide brace, and heavy valve cap on third valve.

The horn is in good condition, but definitely is not perfect.* There is wear through the silver plating at the contact points.* I use a valve-guard to help protect it.* Also the second valve slide has two dings in it…it plays fine, and I just haven’t had time to take it in to get it fixed.* This would be a VERY easy fix for any competent repairman.* There are a couple small dings on the bell, but nothing serious.* They were there when I got it.

This is an excellent trumpet, with great intonation and response.* It’s like a super Bach, the best Bach C trumpet I’ve played.* If you (like me) love the way the Yamaha Chicago C trumpets play, but (also like me) think there is something lacking in the sound, this is the horn for you.* The classic Bach sound, but without the stuffiness and intonation issues.* The only reason why I’m selling is that I’ve decided to buy a Blackburn.* This has been my faithful axe for several years, and got me through graduate school.* I love this horn, and hope that it goes to someone that will continue to get some great sounds out of it.

Please e-mail me for pictures…serious inquiries only.

$3500 shipped.

LE

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Louie Eckhardt, MM
Freelance Trumpeter
Performance and Instruction
http://www.LouieEckhardt.com