Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 F

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Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 F

Kühnl & Hoyer

Bart van Lier .512 F

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 169161
Model: Bart van Lier .512 F
Price: $4,888.40

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This Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 F is a seriously well-made trombone. It’s a great choice for jazz, pop, salsa, or big band players who want a responsive instrument with a warm, focused sound and a comfortable feel – the curved brace is a nice touch. It's a step up in quality and feel from your typical student horn.

Product Description

  • Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 F
  • Bb- / F-Tenor Trombone
  • With F-attachment
  • Open design
  • Brass
  • Nickel silver slide
  • Nickel silver F-attachment
  • Gold lacquer finish
  • Bore: 13 mm
  • Bell: 208 mm
  • Includes Bart van Lier 8E mouthpiece
  • Without case
  • Particularly suitable for jazz
  • salsa or big band
  • Curved grip brace on body and slide enable a particularly comfortable hold of the instrument
PROS
  • • Exceptional responsiveness thanks to the .512 bore and open wrap design.
  • • Nickel silver slide provides smooth, reliable action with minimal stickiness.
  • • Bart van Lier 8E mouthpiece delivers a focused, warm tone ideal for varied styles.
  • • Gold lacquer finish offers a beautiful aesthetic and enhanced durability.
CONS
  • • The 13mm bore might feel slightly constricted for players accustomed to larger bores.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many players.
  • • While versatile, it excels in jazz/pop; orchestral playing might require adjustment.

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Key Features

Bore Size 13 mm
Bell Size 208 mm
Material Yellow Brass body, Nickel Silver slide & F-attachment
Valve Type F-attachment
Finish Gold Lacquer
Mouthpiece Bart van Lier 8E
Weight Approximately 4.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The .512 provides quicker response and a more focused, warmer tone, but requires slightly more precise embouchure control – it’s a bit more demanding.
Nickel silver can tarnish; regular wiping with a soft cloth and occasional cleaning with a specialized slide cleaner will keep it performing optimally.
Bart van Lier’s design input elevates this instrument; it’s a demonstrably higher-grade build than many other K&H models, with tighter tolerances and better overall feel.

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