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iantorres
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 Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2017 8:46 am Post subject: Bach Strads from the 196o's |
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Hello everyone
Just wondering if anyone has any insight on the quality of the Bach Strads during the 1960's. I know quality can differ from decade to decade. I was looking at purchasing one from the 60's in very good condition. Thanks! |
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Jerry
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Some good; some bad; some great.
Early 60s were made by Bach in Mount Vernon, NY.
Late 60s were made by Selmer Corporation in Elkhart, IN.
You really won't know until you play the specific horn in question. |
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EdMann
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I played a Mt Vernon that was a total dog. No mpc worked, different gaps, just crap. Another may have been the best horn I've played.
The late 60s early Elkharts seem more consistent, less expensive, but the leadpipe has to be clean. In my experience, that makes a huge difference and when the gap is right, the damn thing vibrates like a.... vibrator.
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homebilly
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hi Ed
I call my '68 strad 'Sybian'
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EdMann
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Vin DiBona
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You can get a modern version of an early Bach horn by purchasing a 190 model. They are built the same way as they did in the 60s and before.
The 180 series is still produced as well.
R. Tomasek |
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dmamazon
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I owned a 67 strad that was one of the best I have ever played. Being in north Georgia during the late 90s(Yamaha land)...everyone converted to Yamaha and I've been kicking myself ever since selling it. Incredible sound. Sound sound sound. I will never forget the sound.
That being said I also have played(not owned) early 60s mt vernon strads that I wouldn't pay $800 to acquire lol. |
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