Friday, November 28, 2008

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* Bach 42B Trombone - FREE $250 Gift Card!
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Friday, November 21, 2008

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Saturday, August 23, 2008

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Wednesday, August 13, 2008

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Monday, July 28, 2008

Brass Mouthpiece Buying Guide

A good mouthpiece will offer the player good tone, flexibility, projection and comfort, while helping to develop a better embouchure and more precise technique. Since players vary in lip shape or tooth/bite construction, there are an abundance of variations to choose from. For students, medium-sized mouthpieces offer the most benefit. As embouchure and abilities develop, players may switch to a larger or smaller mouthpiece to meet their playing needs, or stay on the medium-size mouthpiece they started on.

Parts of the Mouthpiece

Knowing the components of a mouthpiece will help you know how to get the level of comfort, ease of play, and solid tone that you want. A mouthpiece consists of the rim, cup, throat, and backbore.

The rim and cup are the most vital components of the mouthpiece, forming a bridge between the player and the instrument. The rim is the main point of contact and must be comfortable and seal against the lips while still allowing them to move inside the cup to affect pitch and tone. While important to sound, feel, and performance, the throat and backbore are matched to the cup and rim by the manufacturer and are of less concern. Most players will find that a mouthpiece with a medium cup and rim will suit them quite well.


The rim is the round edge of the mouthpiece that you place your lips against to play your horn, and therefore is one of the most crucial parts to consider. A rim with a fairly flat contour allows nice, even lip pressure for a good air seal and feels very comfortable, but doesn’t give much flexibility. Rounded rim mouthpieces give a lot of flexibility, allowing the lips to move back and forth in the cup, but also require more lip pressure and muscular lips. A player without the air volume and embouchure needed will end up pressing too hard against their lips, cutting off circulation and limiting the flexibility gained from using a rounded rim. In this case, a medium-wide rim with a semi-rounded contour and a slightly sharp inner edge is preferred. This rim will provide sufficient surface for easy lip pressure and also give the player the lip movement needed to cover a wide range.

The cup is the cup-shaped area the player blows into inside the rim. Generally, the larger and deeper the cup the darker the tone and more volume it produces. Large cups also require more control, which can quickly tire the player. As the cup gets smaller and shallower the tone brightens, control and response is improved, and less effort is required. Going too shallow can kill volume and flexibility. In choosing cup depth, keep two things in mind: the pitch of the instrument and the individualities of the player, such as embouchure, lung power, and the lip/teeth formation. When selecting cup diameter, go for the largest diameter you can comfortably use without tiring yourself too quickly. The benefits are a more uniform response across all registers and easier lip control resulting in more flexibility.

The throat is the opening leading out of the cup. Do not expect to see wide variations in throat size or length. The throat’s job is to let you push air from the cup and concentrate it into a stream without too much, or too little, back pressure. A bigger throat will allow you to blow harder and produce more volume but it will also require more air pressure from your lungs and make playing soft passages very difficult. A too-small throat will choke your tone and produce more back pressure than is comfortable. Most manufacturers design the throat to complement the cup and backbore design in order to achieve the best tone and projection.

The backbore is the chamber that transfers your breath to the horn. The backbore must match the overall design of the other components of the mouthpiece with slight alterations possible in order to blow comfortably and provide good intonation. Changes in shape and size can produce a brighter or darker tone, raise or lower volume/projection, and raise or lower pitch. The backbore that has emerged as the preferred choice in all-around performance and tone is not very large or small with a smooth, slightly curved taper from throat to well-rounded, even backbore.

Thursday, June 26, 2008

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Tuesday, April 22, 2008

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Friday, March 21, 2008

Yamaha YTR-4335GS Intermediate Silver Trumpet - $1199.00

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The Yamaha YTR-4335G Intermediate Trumpet in the key of Bb features .459" bore, 4-7/8" gold brass bell, Monel pistons, 1st valve slide thumb hook, main tuning slide brace, silver-plated finish. Includes case. All Yamaha wind instruments come with a limited 5-year warranty.

Yamaha YTR-4335GS Intermediate Trumpet Features:

* Key of Bb
* .459" bore
* 4-7/8" gold brass bell
* Monel pistons
* 1st valve slide thumb hook
* Main tuning slide brace
* Silver-plated finish

LeBlanc F357 Arturo Sandoval Pro Flugelhorn - $1679.00


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A complete brass instrument kit for the professional player.

The LeBlanc F357 Flugelhorn in the key of Bb features a .421" bore, 6-1/2" solid copper bell, 3 Monel valves, 3rd valve slide trigger, lacquered finish. With deluxe combo case.

LeBlanc Model F357 Arturo Sandoval Professional Flugelhorn Features:

* Key of Bb
* .421" bore
* 6-1/2" solid copper bell
* 3 Monel valves
* 3rd valve slide trigger
* Deluxe combo case

LeBlanc Model F357 Arturo Sandoval Professional Flugelhorn Includes:

* deluxe combo case

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Miraphone 281 Firebird 6 Rotary Valve F Tuba

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The Miraphone 281 Firebird 6 Valve F Tuba has the best intonation of any F tuba available. The Miraphone ... [more]
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Schilke ST20 Custom Series Open Wrap F Attachment Trombone

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Miraphone 12915VC 5 Valve CC Tuba

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Miraphone 12915VC 5 Valve CC Tuba

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Monday, March 17, 2008

B and S Challenger 3136 C Trumpet Closeout

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Allora AA201 Pro Tenor Trombone Closeout

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This custom built trombone, produced by old-world craftsmen and designed in collaboration with some of the world's finest artists and our own professional staff has a rich, full sound and excellent response. The attention to detail during manufacturing is stunning. The Allora trombone is a true professional instrument with a light-weight slide and an open wrap F attachment. You will love this horn!

VMI 3301L 4/4 BBb Tuba

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The VMI 3301L 4/4 BBb Tuba is the perfect choice for a larger BBb tubabCompare to a Miraphone S191 4 Valve Tuba priced at $1,200 more!/b The 3301L features a larger 4/4 size for a warm rich sound that projects with excellent intonation throughout all registers. The VMI 3301L also has four stainless steel piston valves for quick action. The VMI 3301L is available in lacquer finish and case uNOT/u included.

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

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* Bach TR200 Trumpet With VH1 Cargo Case - $1299.00
* Yamaha YSL-881G Xeno Pro Trombone - $1682.00
* Jupiter 846L Flugelhorn - $829.00

Monday, March 10, 2008

Dream Big Financing from Woodwind & Brasswind

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Miraphone S186 Standard Series 4/4 BBb Tuba

Miraphone S186 Standard Series 4/4 BBb Tuba (S186-4U Lacquer 4 Valve S Series Standard Slides)



The Miraphone S-186 Series 4/4 BBb Tuba is the world famous true powerhouse in the tuba world. This Miraphone 186 tuba features a .770 inch bore and 17.75 inch bell designed for excellent projection and intonation. The Miraphone S-186 4/4 Series Tuba is available in an S-Series student lacquer version with 4 valves (S186 4V) or 5 valves (S186 5V). Case NOT included.


The Horn that everyone copies
The Miraphone tuba is a standard of the industry and has a great history. Many bass trombonists prefer to play next to a Miraphone 186 as their first choice. The horns have a beautiful, rich sound that carries very well and the Intonation is right on the mark. The instrument is comfortable to hold and play. This is one of our leading sellers in our vast inventory.

Stomvi 5926 Elite Flugelhorn with Copper Bell

Stomvi 5926 Elite Flugelhorn with Copper Bell (5926 Copper Bell)



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This verson of the Elite flugelhorn features a copper bell for very warm, dark sound. Verticle valve slides and Monel valves gives this flugelhorn the sound expected of a professional instrument.

King 2103 3B Legend Series Trombone

King 2103 3B Legend Series Pro Trombone (2103 Lacquer)



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The King 2103 3B Legend Professional Trombone has been the preferred trombone by studio musicians and pro Jazz players for decades. The King 3B features a .508 bore and nickel silver outer hand slide for excellent tone and quick response. The 3B Legend is available with a yellow brass bell (2103), gold brass bell (2103G), Sterling silver bell (2103S) or Sterling silver bell with gold trim (2103SGX). The 2103 3B is also available with an optional F attachment valve.

Now called the Model 2103, the 3B continues to be a legend. The reason for this undying popularity is simple. The King® 3B is perhaps the most versatile trombone of all time. Its lyrical sweetness makes it a natural for ballad work, and its exceptional clarity of tone in the high register makes it the perfect lead horn. Yet the 3B blends well with other voices, so it performs exceptionally well in section work.


Today's 2103 is the most advanced 3B ever made. Slides are drawn and polished to a level of precision unheard of until recently. Bells are spun with a consistency that has never been equaled.


The flagship of today's 3B line is the Model 2103. The 2103 has a .508" (12.9mm) straight bore and an 8" (203mm) yellow brass bell. This combination provides a mellow tone that can be easily brightened. The 2103 also has nickel silver outer slides and a clear lacquered finish. It comes equipped with a 12C Mouthpiece and a deluxe covered woodshell case.


Legend 3B Model 2103F. This proud member of the 3B family is dimensionally identical to the 2103 but features an F rotor attachment for those occasional ventures below the staff or for simplified slide positioning in fast technical passages.


It's sometimes necessary to dip below the staff to nail an E or D but still maintain a clear tenor sound, especially in section work. For these requirements we offer the King® Model 2103F. This model is nearly identical to the standard 3B, but it has an F attachment with single trigger. Not only does the F attachment come in handy when a little extra lower range is required, but it also helps simplify tricky technical passages. Because it's a 3B, the 2103F blows clean, clear, and without a trace of stuffiness. A King Classic:


For many, the King® name will always be synonymous with Sterling silver bells. And for good reason! King made its first Sterling trombone bells more than 70 years ago. This heritage continues today with the Model 2103S. This stunning instrument is dimensionally identical to the standard Model 2103, but its bell is made of sheet Sterling silver (not to be confused with the electroplated bells occasionally seen on the market). The Sterling bell offers a degree of tonal warmth that cannot be surpassed.

Bach Stradivarius 180S 37 Silver Pro Bb Trumpet

Bach Stradivarius 180S 37 Silver Pro Bb Trumpet (Silver)



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The Bach Stradivarius 180S37 Silver Professional Bb Trumpet offers the depth and color of sound, coupled with the even intonation and response a professional player needs. Good for all-around playing, this Bach 180 Strad Pro Trumpet features a standard weight body and #37 bell, plus a standard construction #25 mouthpipe in silver finish. The most popular Bach Stradivarius trumpet available today the 180S37 is also available with a 1st valve trigger (180S37T) or 1st and 3rd valve triggers (180S37W55). The Bach 180S37 Stradivarius Series Silver Professional Bb Trumpet includes a case and mouthpiece and is available in silver finish.

Gifts of Note Brass Mouthpiece Bottle Stopper

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Preserve that half-full bottle of your favorite merlot or the contents of a bottle of olive oil. The uses are unlimited for this real, honest-to-goodness, silver plated Brass Mouthpiece Bottle Stopper.

Thursday, February 28, 2008

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Monday, February 25, 2008

Bach LT36BO Stradivarius Professional Trombone


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Key of Bb/F. .525" medium-large bore, 8" one-piece bell, lightweight slide, chromeplated nickel silver inner slide, brass outer slide, open wrap, F traditional rotor mechanism, lacquer finish.

Bach LT36BO Stradivarius Professional Trombone Features:

* Key of Bb/F
* .525" medium-large bore
* 8" one-piece bell
* Lightweight slide
* Chromeplated nickel silver inner slide
* Brass outer slide
* Open wrap
* F traditional rotor mechanism
* Lacquer finish

Bach LT36BO Stradivarius Professional Trombone Includes:

* mouthpiece, deluxe wood shell case

Bach LT42BO Stradivarius

Bach LT42BO Stradivarius Professional Trombone



Bach LT42BO Stradivarius Professional Trombone



Key of Bb. .547" large bore, 8-1/2" one-piece bell, lightweight slide, chromeplated nickel silver inner slide, brass outer slide, open wrap, F traditional rotor mechanism, lacquer finish. Includes mouthpiece and deluxe wood shell case.

Bach LT42BO Stradivarius Professional Trombone Features:

* Key of Bb
* .547" large bore
* 8-1/2" one-piece bell
* Lightweight slide
* Chromeplated nickel silver inner slide
* Brass outer slide
* Open wrap
* F traditional rotor mechanism
* Lacquer finish

Sunday, February 24, 2008

Bach 50B3L Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone

Bach 50B3L Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone



Bach 50B3L Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone



Key of Bb/F/Gb. .562" large bore, 10-1/2" one-piece bell, chromeplated nickel silver inner slide, brass outer slide, traditional wrap, traditional rotor mechanism, double in-line independent rotor system, lacquer finish. Includes mouthpiece and deluxe wood shell case.

Bach 50B3L Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone Features:

* Key of Bb/F/Gb
* .562" large bore
* 10-1/2" one-piece bell
* Chromeplated nickel silver inner slide
* Brass outer slide
* Traditional wrap
* Traditional rotor mechanism
* Double in-line independent rotor system
* Lacquer finish

Bach 50B3LO Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone

Bach 50B3LO Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone



Bach 50B3LO Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone



Key of Bb/F/Gb. .562" large bore, 10-1/2" one-piece bell, chromeplated nickel silver inner slide, brass outer slide, open wrap, traditional rotor system, double in-line independent rotor system, lacquer finish. Includes mouthpiece and deluxe wood shell case.

Bach 50B3LO Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone Features:

* Key of Bb/F/Gb
* .562" large bore
* 10-1/2" one-piece bell
* Chromeplated nickel silver inner slide
* Brass outer slide
* Open wrap
* Traditional rotor system
* Double in-line independent rotor system
* Lacquer finish

Bach 50T3 Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone

Bach 50T3 Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone



Bach 50T3 Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone



Key of Bb/F/Gb. .562" large bore, 9-1/2" one-piece bell, chromeplated nickel silver inner slide, brass outer slide, open wrap, Thayer Valve rotor mechanism, double in-line independent rotor system, lacquer finish. Includes mouthpiece and deluxe wood shell case.

Bach 50T3 Stradivarius Professional Bass Trombone Features:

* Key of Bb/F/Gb
* .562" large bore
* 9-1/2" one-piece bell
* Chromeplated nickel silver inner slide
* Brass outer slide
* Open wrap
* Thayer Valve rotor mechanism
* Double in-line independent rotor system
* Lacquer finish