Bach S349 Standard - 1D Silver-Plated (Cornet)

Vincent Bach: The Demands of a Musician-Engineer Serving Brass Instruments

The history of Bach mouthpieces begins with Vincent Bach, an experienced musician confronted with the limitations of certain mouthpieces of his time. In 1918, he settled in New York to manufacture mouthpieces with a simple idea: to offer consistent, precise quality tailored to the real needs of players. The brand then established itself in the brass world, notably with the Bach Stradivarius trumpets, before joining Conn-Selmer, Inc. Even today, Bach mouthpieces remain a benchmark for their manufacturing consistency and musicality.

For Which Player and Styles?

This Bach mouthpiece is suitable both for beginner trumpeters seeking stability and for intermediate musicians wishing to gain comfort and ease in the high register. Its response and brightness make it a good choice for contexts where the trumpet needs to stand out clearly: marching band, pop music, wind orchestra, and many ensemble playing situations. It can also suit more demanding practices as long as the player seeks a bright sound and effective projection.

Tone and Design

With a 17.00 mm cup diameter and a moderately deep cup, this mouthpiece promotes a responsive sound and a feeling of control, particularly appreciated when working on endurance and precision in the upper register. The moderately wide rim contributes to stability and comfort, limiting fatigue during extended sessions. The result: a bright sound, a crisp attack, and a strong presence, while maintaining an accessible playing sensation.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

If you wish to preserve the finish and hygiene, the use of a mouthpiece care product (dedicated brush/swab) is recommended. For compatibility reasons, simply ensure you use accessories designed for trumpet mouthpieces (not cornet or bugle).

Technical specifications

Cup depth	Medium raised	Finishing	Silver
Color	Grey

Cup diameter	17.00 mm	Finish	silver plated
Rim shape	moderately wide	Product subject to a specific withdrawal right	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 refund or exchange.