The Vincent Bach Stradivarius 180L Bb Trumpet features a sterling plus bell No. 25, which provides a rich, compact sound with great projection. Its mouthpipe provides some resistance and is effective in centering or tying together tone production. The Vincent Bach 180L Stradivarius Bb trumpet has been the leading professional trumpet on the market for many years. Many of the top International trumpet players choose the Bach "Strad" as their instrument of choice because of its great balanced sound, perfect intonation and a quick and even response. It features .462" medium large bore, standard weight body, standard weight one-piece hand hammered 25 yellow brass bell, slick monel valves and finished in an attractive clear lacquer.