Vincent Bach 42BS B-flat/F tenor trombone
Vincent Bach https://www.rosehillinstruments.co.uk/p/42BS/tenor-trombones-b-flatf/vincent-bach/vincent-bach-42bs-b-flatf-tenor-trombone£ £4,600.00
Ref: 42BS
1 in stock
The Bach 42B features an 8½-inch one-piece bell that has defined the symphonic trombone sound for generations. Its large bore and yellow brass bell combined with a traditional wrap F attachment offer clarity and projection with just the right amount of resistance.
The 42BS variant is finished in silver-plate.
- Silver-plated finish
- Yellow brass bell
- Large bore: 0.547 in. (13.89 mm)
- Bell diameter: 8½ in. (216 mm)
- Traditional (closed) wrap F attachment
- Metal action traditional rotary valve
- Sprung water key
- Wooden shell case
| F attachment / valve | Bell material / slide | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow brass / standard | Gold brass / standard | Gold brass / lightweight | |
| Closed / standard | 42B | 42BS | 42BG | LT42BG |
| Open / standard | 42BO | 42BOG | LT42BOG |
| Open / Hagmann | 42A | 42AG | LT42AG |
| Open / axial flow | 42AF | 42AFG | LT42AFG |
The ‘42B’ trombone emerged in the early 1950s as part of Vincent Bach’s expansion into large-bore symphonic tenor production, building on the manufacturer’s established medium-bore models. Featuring a .547-inch bore, 8½-inch one-piece yellow brass bell, and traditional wrap F-attachment, it offered a focussed, projecting orchestral sound distinct from the broader tonal profile of its competitors. While not initiating the large-bore movement, the 42B became a durable standard in American orchestral playing, and continues to influence contemporary Bach trombone design.
Manufacturer’s website: conn-selmer.eu
