Bach 42af
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BGuttman
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Re: Bach 42af
The AF is a replacement for the 42T. It's Bach made Axial Flow valve. Different from the others. Better? Only you can tell. I found Thayers to be air hogs. You may not.
Bruce Guttman
Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra
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Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra
"Almost Professional"
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hornbuilder
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Re: Bach 42af
The Bach 42af uses an "Infinity Axial Flow Valve", made by Instrument Innovations in Elkhorn WI. Bach have never made their own axial flow valve. Prior to the Infinity Axial, they used valves from O.E.Thayer Co.
The 42BO uses a Bach made traditional rotor valve, with open wrap, the 42B is the same, but with traditional "closed" wrap.
The 42a uses a valve made by Rene Hagmann.
Which one is better? We can't tell you that. You need to decide that for yourself.
The 42BO uses a Bach made traditional rotor valve, with open wrap, the 42B is the same, but with traditional "closed" wrap.
The 42a uses a valve made by Rene Hagmann.
Which one is better? We can't tell you that. You need to decide that for yourself.
Matthew Walker
Owner/Craftsman, M&W Custom Trombones, LLC, Jackson, Wisconsin.
Former Bass Trombonist, Opera Australia, 1991-2006
Owner/Craftsman, M&W Custom Trombones, LLC, Jackson, Wisconsin.
Former Bass Trombonist, Opera Australia, 1991-2006
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tbonesullivan
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Re: Bach 42af
Don't forget the 42BOF! Honestly It's what a 42BO SHOULD be.
David S. - daveyboy37 from TTF
Bach 39, LT36B, 42BOF & 42T, King 2103 / 3b, Kanstul 1570CR & 1588CR, Yamaha YBL-612 RII, YBL-822G & YBL-830, Sterling 1056GHS Euphonium,
Livingston Symphony Orchestra NJ - Trombone
Bach 39, LT36B, 42BOF & 42T, King 2103 / 3b, Kanstul 1570CR & 1588CR, Yamaha YBL-612 RII, YBL-822G & YBL-830, Sterling 1056GHS Euphonium,
Livingston Symphony Orchestra NJ - Trombone
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harrisonreed
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Re: Bach 42af
Oh, that's what "AF" stands for? Dang, I had that one wrong.
Axial-Flow, got it.
Axial-Flow, got it.
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CSO4ever
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Re: Bach 42af
In the past, I owned two Bach trombones: a Bach 42T and a Bach 42BO (both trombones were made around the year 2000). Three years ago, I upgraded and purchased a Bach 42AF with a gold brass bell and a lightweight slide (I replaced the nickel crook with brass). The trombone is phenomenal. It is very responsive, free-blowing and has that “unique Bach character” that many speak of. The trombone offers me a wide range of sound, making it versatile for playing in various ensembles. If I compare the Bach 42AF with the previously mentioned models, it is undoubtedly the best Bach I have ever played.
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Re: Bach 42af
Pretty much, what Bruce and Matt said. (Others, too!) I'd be careful, if looking at a used 42T. The axial valve, could need servicing. The new 42AF (Infinity valve) is more user friendly(newer valve design) The 42A (Hagman), has slightly more maintenance, due to tight tolerance of valve. (You want the Hagman 2.0 version) As to playing, if all else the same. The 42AF and 42A, IMHO play about the same...for a young player....they are a bargain.