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| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
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Key Features
The Antoine Courtois AC380 Elegance Bb/F Trombone is suited to advancing players and professionals seeking responsive, expressive performance. Redesigned for modern trombonists while retaining the distinctive Antoine Courtois sound, the AC380 Elegance combines traditional French craftsmanship with practical updates. Its large 13.88 mm bore and hand-hammered yellow brass bell work together to produce a rich, flexible tone with plenty of depth and projection. The open-wrap F attachment encourages a free-blowing feel, helping you move smoothly between registers.
A carefully designed narrow slide improves comfort and control, making long rehearsals and performances easier on the hands. Immediate response across the range supports confident playing in orchestral, brass band, solo, and ensemble settings. Supplied with an Icon 6 1/2AL mouthpiece and deluxe backpack case, the AC380 Elegance offers a practical route into the professional Antoine Courtois range.
Product Ref: 382738
Antoine Courtois has been producing brass instruments since 1789, building a reputation for carefully crafted designs and dependable performance. Today, the brand forms part of the Buffet Crampon family, bringing together generations of expertise in professional wind instrument manufacturing. The AC380 Elegance reflects this heritage through a design that balances traditional trombone-making techniques with the needs of modern performers. Rather than recreating a classic instrument unchanged, it reimagines the Elegance concept for today's players while retaining the distinctive tonal character associated with Antoine Courtois.
The AC380 Elegance has been developed to provide a direct, immediate response that helps you play with confidence. Whether you're navigating technical passages, sustained orchestral lines, or dynamic solo work, the instrument reacts quickly to your input. Its Bb/F configuration expands your available range and alternate positions, while the open-wrap design promotes smooth airflow throughout the instrument. Combined with the large bore, this creates a balanced playing experience that feels responsive without sacrificing tonal breadth. The result is an instrument that adapts comfortably to a wide variety of musical settings.
Playability is a key part of the AC380 Elegance design. The close-fitting narrow slide has been shaped with ergonomics in mind, helping the instrument feel comfortable even during longer sessions. Players with smaller hands will particularly appreciate the manageable reach and secure handling. Nickel silver slide components contribute to durability and smooth operation, supporting accurate movement between positions. Whether you're practising daily, performing regularly, or preparing for auditions, the instrument's design helps reduce unnecessary effort so you can focus on your performance rather than your setup.
The hand-hammered 208 mm yellow brass bell contributes to the trombone's rich, flexible character, while the lacquered finish offers a traditional appearance and lasting protection. Included accessories make it ready for use straight away, with an Icon 6 1/2AL mouthpiece and a deluxe backpack case providing convenient transport and storage. Developed to offer an accessible route into professional-level performance, the AC380 Elegance combines premium construction, practical features, and reliable playability in a package suited to ambitious advancing players and experienced performers alike.
