We announce new brass instruments and related gear as it is released. Trumpets, trombones, horns, tubas.
Tuesday, March 22, 2005
Music Minus One MMOCD3809 Arbans Trumpet Duets
"The famous Arban duets are now available in a complete edition--and you decide which part you want to play. This is a must for any serious trumpeter, a vital part of the development of a mature performer."
Music Minus One 20 Dixie Classics for Clarinet or Trumpet
"Twenty great Dixieland classics presented here as backgrounds to your own performance with the Dixieland All-stars. See song list below."
Warner Bros. Video Trumpet Basics DVD
"The Ultimate Beginner Series has helped thousands of aspiring musicians their first steps towards experiencing the fun of playing music. Now you can experience both volume 1 and volume 2 together for the first time on DVD! This disc is perfect for beginning students, students who are changing to another instrument, or as a refresher for players returning to the instrument after many years."
Yamaha YCR6330S Professional Lightweight Bb Cornet
"Yamaha and their continuing effort to design the best instruments on the market, has created a lightweight professional cornet which is ideal for jazz, pop and light classical works."
Besson 2028 Prestige Series Cornet
"The new Prestige cornet from Besson is the latest in the Prestige range. A free blowing instrument with the much sought after Besson sound, this is a cornet which allows full use of dynamics throughout the range without any loss of tonal quality. Note production requires less effort and the sound is even richer than before, achieving a full mellifluous tone"
Getzen Eterna 800 Series Bb Cornet
Getzen 800 Eterna Series Bb Cornet 800Sl .464 Bore Silver
"Eterna, the work horse of the Getzen professional cornets has been refined through the years. It has served generations of working musicians, serious amateur players and students in a variety of settings. Available in silver or lacquer with a copper bell."
Yamaha Trumpet Silent Brass System Trumpet/Cornet Mutes
"Silent Brass system for trumpet. Includes ST9 Module. The new and improved Silent Brass systems have been redesigned to include everything a player needs and nothing they don't. It is smaller and lighter while still maintaining the quietness and pitch accuracy that Silent Brass has become known for."
Humes and Berg Stonelined Trumpet Straight Mute
"Willie Berg invented Stonelined Mutes in 1935. This line of mutes has set the standard for performance over the years. No one knows more about mutes than these guys."
Harmon Wow Wow Trumpet Mute
Harmon L Model Copper Trumpet Wow-Wow Mute
"Harmon invented the wow-wow mute and has one of the best models of this type of mute on the market today. It is available in copper or aluminum, depending on the sound you want."
Schilke Silver Trumpet Mouthpiece Series
"Few companies know more about mouthpiece manufacture, design and physics than the Schilke Company. They make a complete line of excellent trumpet mouthpieces that work with any instrument but especially compliment their fine line of outstanding trumpets."
Roche Thomas Mi T Mist
"Mi-T-Mist (formerly known as Sanimist), a topical antimicrobial, is designed to disinfect the mouthpiece and provide a cleaning refreshing agent that will remove residue build-up from the instrument. Mi-T-Mist evaporates quickly and assists in eliminating moisture. Available in a 2 oz or 8 oz bottle."
Bach B1102 Professional Double French Horn
"Key of F/Bb, Standard Bell Throat, .472' bore, 12-1/8' yellow brass bell, red brass mouthpipe, string-action rotary valves, adjustable thumb lever, double pull rings for second valve tuning slides, nickel silver inner and outer slides, water key, genuine Vincent Bach mouthpiece, formed case."
Saturday, March 19, 2005
Yamaha YTR936GS Custom Rotary Bb Trumpet
"The Yamaha custom rotary trumpet's design of today is far more advanced than rotary trumpets of earlier times. With modern mechanisms and quality metal, you are sure to get that similar dark sound with today's techniques. Silver plated with case and mouthpiece."
Yamaha YTR6335 Standard Professional Bb Trumpet
"Yamaha's quality assurance and craftsmanship go hand in hand when referring to their professional trumpets. Why not have high quality standards for the standard weight pro models?"
Yamaha YTR2335
"An easy to play student horn with the quality you would expect from Yamaha. These trumpets feature laser-fused, plasma welded bells for continuous and even vibrations in all registers. Go with the name you trust!"
Dalyan Prague 4/4 Rotary Valve BBb Tuba
This famous design was created for total efficiency and effectiveness of tonal production throughout all registers – in other words, as a “compact workhorse rocket.” It is the ideal model for a one tuba situation, run-out gigs, or as a soloist.
Dalyan Apollo 4/4 Rotary Valve CC Tuba
This tuba contains the ideal combination of features for the Artist – lush sound, extreme dynamic flexibility and reliable intonation. The Reference Model comes as a complete package, allowing the tubist to perform with complete confidence and security.
Music Minus One French Horn Woodwind Music
Jupiter Model 470 Euphonium
"The full size of the Jupiter euphonium is deceptive when you examine the price. This is an instrument that can handle all of your needs as a player or an educator. The removable valve section and leadpipe make this a repairman's dream."
Holton Farkas Double Horn
Holton H281 Professional Farkas French Horn
"The Holton Farkas French Horn is one of the most popular series among players as well as a great instrument for schools. With the different models to choose from, a player can find the horn that matches their playing needs and styles."
Cerveny CBB 6864MR Professional Rotary Valve BBb Tuba
"Another 4/4 size tuba from Cerveny with the same sound and tendencies that have kept these horns popular for so many years. Great sounding and fun to play."
Blessing Scholastic Standard Model Bb Cornet B123
"The B-123 Scholastic cornet is widely used in school music programs that favor cornet use for beginners. It has a rich and mellow sound and Cornet enthusiasts also describe the B-123 tone as well-centered, an important element of the classic brass band sound."
Yamaha YTR8335RGS Xeno Trumpet
Yamaha YTR-8335RGS Xeno Professional Trumpet YTR-8335RGS Silver
"Yamaha has gone one step further in the Xeno series to offer the 'Special' model 8335RGS. This trumpet features a reversed style single brace tuning slide for quicker response and playing agility."
The Yamaha YTR-8335RGS Xeno Professional Trumpet is in the key of Bb. Heavyweight; .459" bore; 4-7/8" hand-hammered, one-piece bell; heavy mouthpiece receiver; one-piece drawn mouthpipe; Monel pistons; 2-piece valve casings; 1st valve slide thumb hook; reversed mouthpipe; reversed main tuning slide; double main tuning slide braces; silver-plated finish. Includes case.Yamaha Xeno trumpets have won a place in the world's most prestigious symphonies and among top-level concert band and jazz players. Yamaha's flagship trumpets are heavyweight instruments, made with a metal that has been specially treated to deliver more power, better control, and a richer sound. All Yamaha Xeno trumpets feature hand-lapped Monel pistons and slides; 2-piece valve casings; an improved mouthpiece receiver length for better response; pressure-formed tubing that is perfectly round for a smoother air flow; metal valve guides; gold brass mouthpipe; and hand-hammered, one-piece, annealed 4-7/8" bell. The combined result of these features is a highly responsive instrument with a dark tone that does not break up with volume. The Xeno, like all Yamaha wind instruments, comes with a limited 5-year warranty.
Bach 180S37 Silver Plated Stradivarius Bb Trumpet
"In concert halls around the world, professional trumpet players will be found playing the Bach Stradivarius 180S37 Silver-Plated Trumpet. The depth and color of sound, coupled with the even intonation and response, make the 180S37 a top choice. The most popular of all Bach trumpets for good all-around playing, features standard weight body and bell, and standard construction #25 mouthpipe. This is our Best Selling Bach Strad Trumpet."
Yamaha YSL 610 Professional Tenor Trombone
Yamaha YSL-610 Professional Trombone
Professional Trombone Outfit
The YSL-610 has a continuous taper bell section that improves intonation with even resistance in all registers. The chrome-plated, nickel silver, drawn inner slide is very durable and has a quick, sensitive response. The outer slide is one piece, drawn yellow brass and maintains an accurate diameter throughout its length. This type of construction ensures airtightness, smooth action, exceptional durability, and adds resonance to the sound. Long-lasting nickel-silver tubular braces contribute to the stability of the slide and enhance smooth slide action. Tuning slides are hand lapped to ensure an absolutely perfect fit and seal between the slide parts. The virtually seamless bell fused by high-energy laser allows continuous, even vibration. The unique slide lock design on all Yamaha trombones keeps the slide locked in place and prevents it from accidentally falling. Large, easy-to-hold, nickel-silver bracing guards against possible slide damage if the instrument is dropped and also lessens fatigue while playing. Mouthpipe features a special acoustic design that allows precise intonation and greater blowing control. All Yamaha wind instruments come with a limited 5-year warranty.
"Redesigned professional large bore tenor trombone utilizing features from the much acclaimed Xeno model introduced in 2004. Comes complete with flight case and mouthpiece."
Dalyan Neptune Compact Rotary Valve F Tuba
Dalyan Zeus Compact Rotary Valve Eb Tuba
"This model is our most recent addition to our Daylan tuba line. It features a more compact design, 4 rotary valves, uniball linkage, and open wrap valve slides. It is the perfect instrument for the modern concert band, wind ensemble, or as an alternative to the F Tuba."
Yamaha YSL 640 Tenor Trombone with F Attachment
"Redesigned professional medium large bore tenor trombone utilizing features from the much acclaimed Xeno model introduced in 2004. Comes complete with flight case and mouthpiece. It carries the same characteristics as the YSL 630 except with F attachment."
Yamaha YSL 620 Tenor Trombone with F Attachment
"Redesigned professional medium large bore tenor trombone utilizing features from the much acclaimed Xeno model introduced in 2004. Comes complete with flight case and mouthpiece. It carries the same characteristics as the YSL 610, except with F attachment."
Kelly Mouthpieces Tuba 24AW Mouthpiece
"Kelly Mouthpieces are made of Lexan polycarbonate material that provides comfort in HOT or COLD weather gigs! Less fatigue on your chops! Perfect for Marching Bands, Pep Bans and Festive occasions! 18 cool colors to choose from!"
Ritter Band & Orchestral Bags Bell Up Euphonium Bag
"Gig bags do not come much more stylish than this little family. From the feature rich bags to the funky two tone colour codes this bag offers glamour and protection at a surprisingly good price."
Ritter Band & Orchestral Bags French Horn Bag
Ritter Band & Orchestral Bags Bass Trombone Bag
"Gig bags do not come much more stylish than this little family. From the feature rich bags to the funky two tone colour codes this bag offers glamour and protection at a surprisingly good price."
Rudolf Meinl B454S BBb Tuba
Rudolf Meinl B454S 4 valve BBb Tuba
"Rudolf Meinl BBb flat tuba, 4/4, 18' Bell. .768' bore, lacquer, 2nd valve slide trigger, miniball linkage, gold brass leadpipe. Great playing horn! No mouthpiece or case."