Bach S335 Standard - 18 Silver Plated (Tuba)

Vincent Bach: A Historical Reference for Mouthpieces and Instruments

The history of Bach mouthpieces is closely linked to Vincent Bach, both a musician and an engineer. After a disappointing mouthpiece experience during a tour, he set out to establish a higher quality standard, reinforced by his experience leading a bugle school during the war. In 1918, he settled in New York and launched mouthpiece production with a simple idea: to offer a reliable, consistent, and musical playing tool.

Bach trumpets appeared in 1924, quickly recognized by many musicians as the "Stradivarius of the trumpet," inspiring the Bach Stradivarius name. Trombones followed in 1928. After the sale of the company to Conn-Selmer, Inc., and the move to Indiana, Vincent Bach ensured the transmission of his expertise to maintain manufacturing standards. Today, Bach mouthpieces remain a trusted choice across many sections, from students to professionals.

For Which Musician and Playing Context?

This Bach mouthpiece is aimed at musicians seeking a comfortable grip and a stable support feeling, notably due to its medium/large rim. Its 32.10 mm diameter is particularly suitable for those who appreciate a generous contact surface and a well-supported airstream, while still allowing room to shape the sound.

Its tonal description ("rich, full, and pure") makes it relevant for contexts aiming for a round and homogeneous sound : sound development, ensemble, section playing, classical repertoire, brass band, marching band, or situations requiring a centered and clean timbre. As always with a mouthpiece, the experience will also depend on the instrument, morphology, and approach (pressure, placement, air volume).

Tone and Design

The combination of 32.10 mm diameter and medium/large rim guides playing toward a feeling of stability: the attack can gain regularity, and endurance is often easier when support is well distributed. The medium/large rim offers an interesting compromise between comfort and precision, with a less aggressive transition for the lips during long sessions.

Regarding timbre, the specifications highlight a deep cup and a "rich, full, and pure" sound. A deeper cup generally tends to favor harmonic density and a sense of breadth, useful for achieving a steady and ample sound. The indicated "medium" depth also suggests a search for balance: maintaining flexibility and accessible response without becoming too demanding. The silver-plated finish completes the set with a pleasant touch and a perception of precision, appreciated for clean articulation.

Technical specifications

Cup depth	Deep	Finishing	Silver
Color	Grey

Depth	medium	Rim shape	medium/large
Cup	deep	Tone	rich, full, and pure sound
Backbore	not specified	Finish	silver-plated
Instrument compatibility	not specified	Specific right of withdrawal	for hygiene reasons, if the product has been opened, it must be free of any signs of use to qualify for withdrawal and be eligible for a refund or exchange.
Diameter	32.10 mm