Courtois Elegance Bb Lacquered - AC380BO

The essentials to know about the Antoine Courtois Élegance tenor trombone Antoine Courtois sound signature: a broad, rich and nuanced tone, capable of retaining presence without losing refinement. Bb/F open-wrap design: a modern configuration that promotes natural airflow and a lively response. Ergonomic close-position slide: comfortable to play, including for musicians with smaller hands. Carefully selected features: hand-hammered bell, yellow brass slide, ICON 6 1/2AL mouthpiece and luxury case included. The Courtois heritage reimagined for today’s trombonists The Élegance trombone is part of the great brass tradition of Antoine Courtois Paris, a French company whose craftsmanship dates back to 1789. Inspired by an Élegance model that became iconic in the 1990s, it retains its musical spirit while adopting a more contemporary design. This new interpretation prioritizes the fluidity, ergonomics and versatility expected by modern trombonists. Positioned as a demanding input into the brand’s professional world, this tenor trombone combines carefully considered construction choices with a distinctive tonal personality. It therefore offers a durable instrument to accompany musicians throughout their development, from advanced practice to stage performances. A Bb/F trombone for developing musicians and experienced players The Antoine Courtois Élegance is particularly well suited to advanced intermediate trombonists, conservatory students in specialist programmes and musicians looking for their first professional-level trombone. Its accessible playability makes it easy to work confidently on dynamics, articulation and control across the different registers. Its Bb/F open-wrap configuration makes it at home in a wide range of settings: classical music, wind orchestra, brass ensemble, chamber music, musical theatre or v

Technical specifications

Trombone type	Complete	Body material	Varnished brass
Level	Semi-professional	Color	Yellow
Tone	Bb / F	Finishing	Varnished

Type	tenor slide trombone	Material	yellow brass
Key	Bb/F	Manufacturing	hand-hammered
Configuration	open wrap "Élegance"	Diameter	208 mm
Bore	large, 13.88 mm	Included model	ICON 6 1/2AL
Main material	yellow brass	Case	deluxe backpack-style case
Slide	close-fitting yellow brass slide	Storage	exterior pocket
Outer slide tube	slim profile	Open wrap	a design of the F-section that limits tight bends in the airflow path, providing a freer-blowing feel.
Brace	nickel silver	Bell	the flared part of the trombone that has a major influence on sound dispersion, its color and projection.
Ergonomics	reduced spacing for a more natural grip, particularly for smaller hands