the James Morrison model was unique to the Yamaha Australia market. At some point I wish to include which markets a particular model was/is available in, eg. If you feel it needs any other details included please suggest.
Follow the links below.ĭon't forget my complete list of models and their technical details eitherĬOMPLETE Yamaha Trumpet, Cornet & Flugel Horn Model ListĪs I collect more info from my sources I'll update the list.
Please feel free to submit your own Yamaha serial number to help me work this out.
I am attempting to collect as many Yamaha serial numbers as possible to try and work out their methodology. Need help finding the model number and year of your Yamaha outboard motor Here's how to find the Yamaha outboard serial number and how to buy parts. World famous Russian trumpeter, Timofei Dokshizer, passes away at the age of 83.Īll content ©2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 David S.Yamaha has never issued a list or even a method for identifying the age of a Yamaha trumpet by using the serial number. Around the same time, a Tokyo boilermaker began making bugles and established a wind instrument company named Nippon Kangakki (Japanese Wind Instruments). He later founded a company called Nippon Gakki (Musical Instruments of Japan). Timofei Dokshizer has Died MARCH 18, 2005. In 1887, Torakusu Yamaha began producing reed organs in Hamamatsu, in central Japan.
Want your pictures added?Ģ003 ITG Conference Gallery Just a few images I took while in attendance. Galleries Pictures of Bach (and related) trumpets and cornets. Be sure to click on the link to take a photo tour! Take a look at some pics of it!Īn Earlier Project: Trumpet made from a Cornet! A 1930's style Bach Strad trumpet that started its life as a cornet!!!. We started with a large bore 1930's NY Bach cornet, and changed it into a 1930's style Bach trumpet utilizing a lightweight model 25 bell and a #6 leadpipe. Latest Project: Another trumpet made from a Cornet! Yep, yet another cornet turned trumpet. On the trombone, they can also be found on the mouthpiece receiver. On the instrument’s body, there is a slide receiver that holds trombones. Trumpets and other instruments often have this problem. My Project Horns A collection of photos of horns I've built. Do Trumpets Have Serial Numbers On trumpets, the serial number can be found either on the center valve or on the side. Note that the serial number is a five or six digit number which follows the model designation (For example Li150S443267) and that the next group of numbers beginning with the letters 'IGM' are merely Italian government commission numbers similar to Department of Transportation numbers in the USA.
Need to know the thread of that 3rd slide stop rod? Well, click here to find out! In 1939 the Mercury models had serial numbers in the 10,000s. For example, in 1928 the Apollo serial numbers were 8600 - 8700. For some reason, Vincent jumped around a little on serial numbers. Some interesting tidbits of Bach trivia.ġ925 Price List Price list of all Bach instruments offered in 1925.ġ935 Price List Price list of Bach Stradivarius model trumpets, published August 15, 1935īach Stradivarius Mouthpipes A list of all Bach Strad Mouthpipe Options.īach Stradivarius Bells A list of all Bach Strad Bell Options.īach Quick Specs A handy reference for Bach threads. Note: Vincent Bach used the trade names of Stradivarius, Mercedes, Mercury, Minerva, and Apollo. The Evolution of the Bach Trumpet Takes a look at various design elements of the Vincent Bach trumpet line from its beginnings to the present.ĭid you know. If you have a shop card copy for your instrument and/or know its specific date of manufacture, please E-mail me with the information so I can update my list. You can email them at the US Band and Orchestral Division for a date of manufacture for a particular serial but before about 1982 not much is known to them. Yamaha seems to be a bit tight lipped about their serial numbers in general. Corrections have been made to some previously published erroneous information.īach Serial Numbers The most accurate Bach trumpet and cornet serial number list on the Internet! Find out how old your Bach is. For the other instruments I have cataloged so far I have also created a database of Yamaha serial numbers. Vincent Bach Timeline A timeline I've put together of the various activities of the Bach Corporation and the life of Vincent Bach. Does theirs?) Currently available for immediate shipping!!! Click above to learn more! It also proves that it is a legitimate trumpet from that company. Depending on the brand, the serial number can tell you when or where the trumpet was made, allowing you to determine its vintage status and age. My slide uses high quality components including original Bach bracing and waterkeys. Trumpets will usually have a serial number on either side of their center valve. (Note: People have copied my slide and are selling their own version. Patterned after the early Bach's, this slide improves flexibility and response. My Slide Improve your Bach Strad with a classic styled tuning slide.