Overview
This Bach 16M-LT Corporation Era tenor trombone, serial number 33286, made in the 1970's, features a 7.5″ yellow brass bell and lightweight .508 bore nickel-silver handslide. We completed a full shop service here including chemical bath, slide alignment, and mechanical inspection. The instrument shows no dents or structural damage and retains its original parts and lacquer.
The lower inner slide tube shows visible plating wear. With proper lubrication the slide remains very playable and smooth in normal use, but players who require a near-perfect slide may wish to consider that detail. Many excellent vintage horns—including some personal favorites that have passed through the shop—show similar wear yet continue to perform reliably for years.
Because of this cosmetic plating loss, the price already reflects the condition, and clean, original Corporation-era Bach 16 models at this level are becoming harder to find.
Includes original case. Mouthpiece not included.
Player Perspective
The Bach 16M-LT has long been a favorite for jazz and lead playing. It delivers the classic Bach response and projection that many players grew up with, and instruments from this period were widely used by working musicians in big band and commercial settings.
Historical Insight
The Bach 16M-LT became associated with players such as Bill Watrous during the Corporation era, and it remains one of the most recognizable small-bore Bach designs for jazz and commercial playing.
👉 Interested in similar Bach trombones from past years? Explore our historical Bach archive:
https://www.thebrass-exchange.com/archive-of-sold
Condition Summary
• Bach 16M-LT Corporation era
• 7.5″ yellow brass bell
• Lightweight .508 nickel-silver handslide
• Full shop service completed
• No dents or structural damage
• Visible plating wear on lower inner slide tube
• Original parts and lacquer
• Original case included
Shipping
Ships via FedEx within the USA.
International buyers please contact first.
