KGUmusic Capella C Trumpet – Bach Stradivarius 229 Bell Hybrid

The KGUmusic Capella C Trumpet is crafted as our traditional Capella model for classical music, now enhanced with the renowned Bach Stradivarius 229 bell. This instrument represents a unique fusion of KGUmusic’s innovative craftsmanship and the timeless traditions of Bach.

Materials & Acoustic Character

The unique combination of red brass and yellow brass ensures that this trumpet produces an outstanding tonal balance, allowing for both warmth and clarity. The Bach 229 bell contributes to its brilliance and sharp articulation while maintaining the depth necessary for a full-bodied classical sound.

• Red brass bell offers a rich, expressive sound, perfect for projecting over an orchestra while maintaining warmth.

• The yellow brass leadpipe enhances responsiveness and smoothness in articulation, ensuring ease of playing across all registers.

The ML bore (0.460” / 11.7 mm) strikes an ideal balance between ease of play and tonal control, allowing musicians to produce nuanced, controlled sound in both lyrical and more virtuosic passages.

Bell

Crafted from red brass, the Bach 229 bell is known for its exceptional projection and balanced tonal clarity. The bell’s one-piece construction, combined with a sleek satin finish, adds to the trumpet’s remarkable resonance and overall focus.

• Material: Red Brass

• Diameter: 127 mm (5.00”)

• Finish: Light satin-style antique patina with matte lacquer for a vintage look and improved resonance

Leadpipe & Tuning System

The yellow brass leadpipe ensures stable intonation, and the smooth airflow provides greater control and consistency. The inclusion of two interchangeable main tuning slides (D and O styles) gives players the flexibility to fine-tune their instrument to match their playing style or specific musical demands.

• Material: Yellow Brass (Inner and Outer slides)

• Design: Reverse tuning slide configuration for enhanced response and control

Valve Block & Hardware

The Capella C is equipped with precise, durable components, ensuring reliability and ease of maintenance. With signature finger rings and a medium-weight trim kit, this trumpet provides excellent ergonomic comfort and superior playability.

• 1st Valve Slide: Finger ring

• 3rd Valve Slide: Finger ring with adjustable stop screw

• Water Key: Modern Saturn water key for easy maintenance and improved sealing

Finish & Aesthetics

The light satin-style antique patina finish not only gives the Capella C a visually distinguished, time-worn aesthetic but also contributes to its tonal damping, creating a beautifully balanced resonance. The matte lacquer ensures that the trumpet’s finish is long-lasting while enhancing the instrument's tonal warmth and refinement.

A Professional-Level Trumpet for Classical Musicians

The KGUmusic Capella C Trumpet – Bach Stradivarius 229 Bell Hybrid is the perfect instrument for classical musicians who seek an instrument that combines the best of traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation. Whether you’re performing as a soloist or within an ensemble, this trumpet offers the clarity, warmth, and precision needed for serious classical performance.