Bach LT42BOFG Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

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Bach LT42BOFG Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

Bach

LT42BOFG Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

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Product Info

Article Number: 511101
Brand: Bach
Model: LT42BOFG Bb/F-Tenor Trombone
Price: $5,497.80

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This LT42BOFG is a serious instrument, built for the advanced player or professional. The gold brass bell and open-wrap design combine for a rich, responsive tone and surprisingly agile feel. It’s ideal for orchestral work, solo performance, or any situation demanding a high-quality, versatile tenor trombone.

Product Description

  • Bach LT42BOFG Bb/F-Tenor Trombone
  • Bb/F Tenor Trombone with Quart Valve
  • Meinlschmidt open-flow valve
  • Open-Wrap construction
  • L-bore: 547" (13.90 mm)
  • Bell diameter: 8.5" (216.00 mm)
  • One-piece hand-hammered gold brass bell
  • Nickel silver lightweight slide
  • Lacquered with clear lacquer
  • Included Bach 6-1/2A mouthpiece and deluxe wooden case
PROS
  • • Hand-hammered gold brass bell delivers exceptional resonance and warmth.
  • • Meinlschmidt open-flow valve offers incredibly fast and responsive action.
  • • Open-wrap design provides a compact footprint and agile response.
  • • Lightweight nickel silver slide contributes to effortless playing and quick articulation.
CONS
  • • The L-bore can feel slightly darker and less projecting than a more open bore.
  • • The included 6 1/2A mouthpiece may not suit all players' preferences.
  • • The premium price point places it out of reach for many aspiring players.

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Key Features

Bore Size 547in (13.90 mm)
Bell Size 8.5in (216.00 mm)
Material Gold brass bell, Nickel silver slide, Lacquered brass body
Valve Type Quart valve with Meinlschmidt open-flow design
Finish Clear lacquer
Mouthpiece Bach 6-1/2A
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The open-wrap generally makes the instrument slightly more responsive and easier to control, but it can also introduce subtle intonation differences that require careful adjustment and embouchure control.
It’s genuinely hand-hammered; you can often see subtle imperfections and variations in the bell’s surface, which contribute to its unique tonal character.
While L-bores are known for a darker tone, this model’s bell size and open-flow valve mitigate that, providing a good balance of warmth and projection, especially in the upper register.

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