Peter Oberrauch Machlast Baritone

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Peter Oberrauch Machlast Baritone

Peter Oberrauch

Machlast Baritone

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 414851
Model: Machlast Baritone
Category: Baritones
Price: $6,983.90

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The Machlastin is a seriously impressive baritone – the gold brass bell and Meinlschmidt valves combine for a powerful, focused sound with incredible responsiveness. This is a top-tier instrument built for the advanced player or professional needing a robust, reliable, and beautifully crafted baritone for orchestral or solo work.

Product Description

  • Peter Oberrauch Machlast Baritones
  • Bb Baritone
  • Model: “Machlast"
  • Bore 1st - 3rd valve Ø: 14.00 mm
  • 4th valve Ø” 14.50 mm
  • J.Meinlschmidt valve section
  • 4 bronze rotors with lubrication groove
  • Slides in nickel silver with gold brass bows
  • Leadpipe and main tuning slide bows in gold brass
  • Water key on main tuning slide
  • Gold brass bell Ø: 290 mm
  • Gold brass joint
  • Clear lacquer finish
  • Handmade in Bolzano
  • South Tyrol
  • Case and accessories not included
PROS
  • • Gold brass bell delivers a rich, resonant, and projecting tone.
  • • Meinlschmidt valve section ensures exceptionally smooth and responsive action.
  • • Nickel silver slides with gold brass bows offer a refined feel and durability.
  • • Handmade construction guarantees meticulous attention to detail and superior build quality.
CONS
  • • The large bell (290mm) will make it feel bulky and potentially unwieldy for smaller players.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most musicians.
  • • Limited versatility; excels in orchestral and solo settings, less suited for jazz or pop.

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Key Features

Key Bb
Bore Size 14.00 mm (1st-3rd valve), 14.50 mm (4th valve)
Bell Size 290 mm
Material Gold brass, nickel silver, bronze
Valves 4 bronze rotors with lubrication groove
Compensating Yes, with 4th valve
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs - estimate based on similar models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It leans towards a warmer, more projecting sound than some of the brighter German models, thanks to the gold brass bell and carefully designed bore.
It serves both purposes, providing excellent intonation compensation across the range while also allowing for lower notes when needed.
Regular valve oiling is crucial due to the bronze rotors; periodic inspection and potential pad adjustments are also recommended to maintain optimal performance.

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