Bach 17043GY Bb-Trumpet
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17043GY Bb-Trumpet
Product Info
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The 17043GY is a fantastic choice for serious students and professionals seeking a reliable, resonant, and responsive trumpet. The gold brass bell provides a beautiful warmth and projection, while the new leadpipe makes it a joy to play. It’s a workhorse instrument that will serve you well for years.
Product Description
- Bach 17043GY Bb-Trumpet
- Bb Trumpet
- Apollo 170 Series
- Medium large bore: 11.65 mm
- New 6R leadpipe for the fastest possible response
- flexibility and comfortable playing
- One-piece brass valve block with brass inner and outer slides
- Two-piece
- hand-hammered
- standard-weighted #43GY gold brass bell with attached brass bell
- With soldered brass wire
- Stop screw on the 3rd slide
- Standard main tuning slide
- Clear lacquer finish
- Includes 3C mouthpiece and black case
PROS
- • Gold brass bell delivers a warm, focused, and powerful tone.
- • New 6R leadpipe noticeably improves response and flexibility.
- • One-piece valve block enhances stability and intonation accuracy.
- • Hand-hammered bell ensures consistent vibration and excellent projection.
CONS
- • The medium-large bore might feel cumbersome for smaller players.
- • Gold brass bell adds to the premium-priced nature of the instrument.
- • The included 3C mouthpiece is fairly standard and may need upgrading.
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Key Features
Bore Size
11.65 mm
Bell Size
#43GY Gold Brass, standard-weighted
Material
Gold brass bell, brass inner/outer slides, brass valve block
Finish
Clear lacquer
Mouthpiece
Bach 3C
Valve Type
Piston
Weight
Approximately 1450 grams (51 ounces)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 6R leadpipe is the key difference – it offers significantly improved response and a more modern feel compared to the older 1700’s more traditional leadpipe.
Yes, the gold brass offers a richer, more complex tone with better projection and a warmer timbre, justifying the price premium for discerning players.
While manageable, the medium-large bore requires a bit more air support; if you’re smaller or a less experienced player, you might find it slightly more demanding than a smaller bore model.
