Bach Stradivarius 183 Flugelhorn Elkhart USA 1990s Pro Flugel – Player

Here is a beautiful 1990s Bach Stradivarius Model 183 flugelhorn, made in Elkhart, Indiana, USA.

Serial #508XXX places this horn in the 1990s Elkhart production era. This is a genuine Elkhart-era Bach Stradivarius flugelhorn, built during one of the most respected periods of Bach production.

This is a true American-made Strad flugel — warm, centered, and versatile with that unmistakable Bach core sound.

If you’re looking for a professional-level flugelhorn that blends beautifully while still projecting with clarity, this is a strong example.

This instrument has been personally play-tested and performs exactly as a proper Bach 183 should — centered, responsive, and stable throughout the range.

Sale includes the instrument only — no case or mouthpiece included.

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KEY FEATURES

• Bach Stradivarius Model 183 Flugelhorn

• Made in Elkhart, Indiana USA

• Serial #508XXX

• 1990s production

• Yellow brass construction

• Original lacquer finish

• Traditional 3-valve configuration

The Model 183 is known for:

• Centered response

• Stable intonation

• Focused, dark tone

• Excellent blend in brass quintet

• Strong projection for jazz and solo work

This is one of the classic American flugelhorns that sits beautifully between trumpet clarity and full flugel warmth.

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CONDITION

Overall condition: Good to Very Good

✔ Valves are smooth and tight

✔ Compression is excellent

✔ Slides move properly

✔ Structurally solid instrument

✔ No bell ripple or structural damage

Some reflections visible in the photos are from the lighting in the photo box and may appear to look like distortion in the bell. These are only reflections from the light box environment and not actual damage or warping of the bell. The bell itself is structurally sound.

There are a couple of small, shallow dents in the crook leading into the bell. These are minor and do not affect playability. A qualified brass technician could easily remove them if desired, but they are purely cosmetic.

The spotting visible on the bell is acid bleed in the lacquer (sometimes called lacquer bleed). This is a cosmetic finish issue common on lacquered brass instruments and is not red rot and not structural corrosion.

Cosmetic Summary

• Light lacquer wear throughout

• Minor scratching consistent with age

• Small cosmetic dents in the bell crook

• Acid bleed in the lacquer on the bell

This is an honest, structurally healthy 1990s Elkhart Strad flugelhorn being offered in solid player-grade condition.

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INCLUDED

• Bach Stradivarius Model 183 Flugelhorn

No case included

No mouthpiece included

The instrument will be professionally packed and fully protected for shipping.

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WHY THIS HORN

The Bach 183 is a proven professional design offering:

• More focus than many modern wide-wrap flugels

• Dark core tone without becoming overly spread

• Reliable intonation

• Classic American response

This instrument works well for:

• Jazz band players

• British-style brass band flugelhorn parts

• Brass quintet

• Worship settings

• Pit orchestra work

• College and advancing high school players

If you want a legitimate Elkhart-era Bach without paying new-instrument pricing, this is a strong value.

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ABOUT ARCH CITY BRASS

Arch City Brass is an independent brass shop based in Columbus, Ohio.

Every instrument is personally inspected and play-tested before listing. I focus on professional and vintage horns that offer real-world value to working musicians.

No big-box overhead — just carefully selected instruments from a working player who understands what matters.

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MESSAGE ME ANYTIME

Feel free to reach out with:

• Additional photo requests

• Specific playability questions

• Shipping quotes

• Reasonable offers

I pack securely and ship promptly.

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