{"product_id":"bach-c180l229-stradivarius-professional-c-trumpet-in-lacquer-sn-807555","title":"Bach C180L229 Stradivarius Professional C Trumpet in Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBach C180L229 C Trumpet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bach C180L229 is a custom-configured Stradivarius C trumpet built around the respected C180 professional platform and its Model 229 bell. The Bach Stradivarius series has long been an established choice among professional trumpet players, and this configuration is particularly relevant to orchestral, chamber, solo, and advanced ensemble musicians seeking the familiar Bach tonal concept in C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBach C180L229 C Trumpet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Professional piston trumpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: C180L229W14740 Stradivarius Model 229\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .462-inch large bore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: One-piece hand-hammered standard-weight Model 229 brass bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Bach padded zippered case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Bach 7C mouthpiece, Bach Synthetic+ piston valve oil, and Bach 14 x 14 microfiber cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 807555\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis open box trumpet is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Cosmetically, the instrument presents in excellent condition with a bright, broadly uniform lacquer finish and minimal evidence of handling. The included Bach case and care accessories are also in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the C180L229 C Trumpet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is intended for professional players, advanced students, and serious ensemble musicians who need a dedicated C trumpet for orchestral, chamber, solo, audition, and teaching work. The .462-inch large-bore C180 platform and Model 229 bell support an open response, centered core, and broad dynamic range suited to players who favor the established Bach Stradivarius approach to projection and tonal breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Bach C180L229\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Model 229 designation refer to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel 229 identifies the bell design. The C180L229 platform uses a one-piece, hand-hammered, standard-weight 229 bell, a configuration widely associated with Bach professional C trumpets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the .462-inch bore affect the playing concept?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe .462-inch large bore supports generous airflow and a broad dynamic range. It suits players who prefer an open Bach response while retaining the centered articulation and projection expected from a professional C trumpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is a professional C trumpet typically used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC trumpet is widely used in orchestral, chamber, solo, ceremonial, and studio settings. It is especially useful in repertoire where its tonal clarity, projection, and transposition relationship are preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/bachlogo\/bachlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/bachlogo\/bachlogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Bach Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Bach dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conn Selmer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67751699513709,"sku":"C180L229W14740-CR807555","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Bach-C180L229-Stradivarius-Professional-C-Trumpet-in-Lacquer.jpg?v=1792588769","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/bach-c180l229-stradivarius-professional-c-trumpet-in-lacquer-sn-807555","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}