I can only speak of my experience, which does include playing a number of Stradivarius, Omega, Mercury and Mercedes models. In the balance of these horns I have to admit that the Mercedes I played was as good as any of the Strads and better than most. It may be that I was fortunate and came upon an exceptionally nice one. After all, I decided to buy it after trying it for less than an hour. The Mercury was not in fine condition and did not have the compression necessary to test it fairly. However, using a heavy oil and without much push it played very sweetly. The Omegas I've tried, and I've tried a few, were decent but fairly stuffy feeling to me despite the mouthpiece throat chosen. I should note that the Mercedes II is not in any way like the Mercedes, in fact its a decent slotting beginners model at best.
No. Bach is better
Bach Trumpet
The Bach Stradivarius line of trumpet models is generally considered their top trumpet.
Bach trumpets, in general, will be good trumpets. The Omega is sometimes considered an "intermediate" level trumpet, providing a stepping stone between a beginner horn and a Stradivarius professional trumpet. Basically, the Omega model will be a good trumpet for an advanced student who is ready to "move on" from their first trumpet, but may not be willing to spend the money for a professional quality trumpet.
A serial number is needed to determine the age of a Bach Stradivarius trumpet.
No. Bach is better
Generally yes.
Bach Trumpet
The Bach Stradivarius line of trumpet models is generally considered their top trumpet.
Bach trumpets, in general, will be good trumpets. The Omega is sometimes considered an "intermediate" level trumpet, providing a stepping stone between a beginner horn and a Stradivarius professional trumpet. Basically, the Omega model will be a good trumpet for an advanced student who is ready to "move on" from their first trumpet, but may not be willing to spend the money for a professional quality trumpet.
The best trumpet is a Bach, i recommend a B flat trumpet made by Yamaha if your not a professional. always go with a B flat trumpet though.
A serial number is needed to determine the age of a Bach Stradivarius trumpet.
It is an entry to intermediate level trumpet.
One can purchase a Bach trumpet from websites such as 'Bach Brass', 'Amazon', 'Musicians Friend', 'Bach Strads', 'OzWinds', 'The Band Room', 'Kessler & Sons Music' and 'eBay'.
On the internet...or go to a trumpet professional.
when u were
Bach Stradivarius