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BrightonY125 Regular Member
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Posted: Mon Oct 15, 2018 10:54 pm Post subject: Is the ytr-8335rgs good for marching? |
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I just recently bought the Yamaha ytr-8335rgs xeno. I know that it is a heavy trumpet, but is it suitable for marching? If so, which mouthpiece should I pair it with, assuming that I won't be taking lead roles? I will be trying out for BDB soon. Thanks guys! |
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Brad361 Heavyweight Member
Joined: 16 Dec 2007 Posts: 7080 Location: Houston, TX.
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 4:35 am Post subject: |
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Most people wouldn’t consider that a heavy trumpet, more like medium weight.
Is it suitable for marching band? Of course. That horn is usually considered to be an all around, versatile horn. As far as a mouthpiece, you’re probably ok with what you currently use, depending on what that is. Ask your private teacher. Don’t have one? Get one!
One thing to consider: marching band can be a tough environment for an instrument. Even IF you are extremely careful, most other students are not. Plus you’re (obviously) outdoors, the horn will be subjected to heat, humidity, dirt, out of control color guard equipment, being laid on the ground during breaks.....😉.
If you still have a student horn that you started on, it’s a VERY good idea to use that for rehearsals, use the Xeno only for shows/contests.
Brad _________________ When asked if he always sounds great:
"I always try, but not always, because the horn is merciless, unpredictable and traitorous." - Arturo Sandoval |
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jadickson Heavyweight Member
Joined: 23 Jun 2006 Posts: 1294 Location: Raleigh, NC
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 5:07 am Post subject: |
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Yes. May of the DCI drum corps use that model. _________________ Justin Dickson
Middle school band director. Still learning.
www.BandmateTuner.com |
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BrightonY125 Regular Member
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 5:21 am Post subject: |
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That was exactly what I was going to do. I’m not risking a 2k trumpet during practice where some kid might kick it accidentally. Thanks guys! I just needed to know if it was suitable or not. |
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gbdeamer Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 7:05 am Post subject: |
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In my opinion you should perform on the horn you practice on.
If it was me, I'd leave the expensive horn in the case during marching season and practice and perform on the other horn.
I played 4 years of marching band on a VERY bruised and battered Conn Director and was able to be a soloist and section lead.
Save the good horn for concert/jazz band. _________________ 1987 Bach Strad 37
2005 Bach Strad 43*
ACB Doubler's Flugel
1948 Holton Model 48 |
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JeffM729 Veteran Member
Joined: 27 Dec 2004 Posts: 442 Location: Parrish, FL
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 8:20 am Post subject: |
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If you are planning on auditioning for BDB, you should most certainly play on the Yamaha. You will need to showcase your best skill set in hopes of getting a callback for January.
The brass line plays System Blue trumpets and you will march the summer with an SB trumpet. The Xeno will be safe from any wear and tear for the summer. |
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Andy Del Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 10:29 am Post subject: |
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It is contrary, marching is NOT good for your trumpet.
As you have a nice horn, consider the horn and don't march. Easy. _________________ so many horns, so few good notes... |
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LittleRusty Heavyweight Member
Joined: 11 Aug 2004 Posts: 12664 Location: Gardena, Ca
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 11:25 am Post subject: |
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Andy Del wrote: | It is contrary, marching is NOT good for your trumpet.
As you have a nice horn, consider the horn and don't march. Easy. |
This is great advice. To take it a step further, playing your trumpet will wear it out so consider the horn and don't play it.
There is definitely more risk to a trumpet when taking it out on the field. Most drum and bugle corps supply instruments. So as someone stated earlier, that won't be an issue.
If you don't have a student horn, I would purchase a cheap one to use on the field. Even if you only break out the good horn for performances there are chances that you could damage the horn. Say sitting in the stands before and after a halftime performance and your horn falls under the stands.
Good luck. In my experience marching band is a great experience. YMMV |
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Sharkbaitboi Veteran Member
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 11:39 am Post subject: |
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Bach 1C with a 24 throat and 24 backbore. will geta huge supporting sound for the leads |
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bike&ed Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 6:19 pm Post subject: |
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Here’s another add-on to Sharkbaitboi: It’s a trumpet, so yes it’s good for marching band. |
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Sharkbaitboi Veteran Member
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Posted: Tue Oct 16, 2018 6:22 pm Post subject: |
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bike&ed wrote: | Here’s another add-on to Sharkbaitboi: It’s a trumpet, so yes it’s good for marching band. |
Truer words have never been spoken |
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