Bach 42AF Axial
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Bach
42AF Axial
Product Info
Article Number:
271718
Brand:
Bach
Model:
42AF Axial
Category:
Tenor Trombones with F-Attachment
Price:
$6,345.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 42AF Axial is a serious step up, delivering a powerful and focused sound with exceptional valve response. It's ideal for advanced players and professionals who demand precision and projection – think lead players in jazz ensembles or orchestral settings. The Axial valve design really sets it apart, making it feel incredibly modern despite its traditional brass construction.
Product Description
- Bach 42AF Axial
- Bb / F-Tenor Trombone
- With new Axial flow vales
- Open wrap design
- Brass outer slide
- Nickel silver interior
- 0.547" (13.90mm) L- bore
- Ø 8.5"( 216.00mm) brass bell
- Nickel silver grip
- Clear lacquer finish
- Includes Bach 6-1 / 2A mouthpiece and deluxe wooden case 1864
PROS
- • Axial valves offer exceptionally smooth, responsive action.
- • 8.5in brass bell provides a rich, resonant, and projecting tone.
- • Nickel silver interior slide ensures smooth, consistent playability.
- • Open wrap design promotes a quick response and powerful projection.
CONS
- • The 0.547in bore may feel a bit tight for some players.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most.
- • The clear lacquer finish shows fingerprints and handling marks easily.
Product Video
Key Features
Bore Size
0.547in (13.90mm)
Bell Size
8.5in (216.00mm)
Material
Brass (outer slide), Nickel Silver (interior)
Valve Type
Axial Flow
Finish
Clear Lacquer
Mouthpiece
Bach 6-1/2A
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Axial valves are lighter and faster, offering a more direct feel and quicker response than the traditional rotary valves found on some Bach models, which can be advantageous for agile playing.
The 8.5in brass bell provides a robust tone, but it can be a bit bright in very dry acoustic spaces; a darker mouthpiece or careful playing technique can help tame it.
You'll experience a significantly improved response, greater tonal flexibility, and a more refined feel – the build quality and material choices translate to a noticeably higher level of performance.
