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zombinator01 Regular Member
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Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2021 1:10 pm Post subject: Orlando Deluxe trumpet |
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Hello,hope you all doing good and staying safe,,,my question is does someone have any info on the orlando deluxe trumpets?bell size lead pipe size is it a student or professional trumpet,,any information will help thank you |
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Andy Cooper Heavyweight Member
Joined: 15 Nov 2001 Posts: 1871 Location: Terre Haute, IN USA
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zombinator01 Regular Member
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Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2021 6:07 pm Post subject: |
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Thank you Andy,ive checked the website and have no info on the horns |
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LittleRusty Heavyweight Member
Joined: 11 Aug 2004 Posts: 12699 Location: Gardena, Ca
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Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2021 6:14 pm Post subject: |
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zombinator01 wrote: | Thank you Andy,ive checked the website and have no info on the horns |
But you do have a link to the best way to get answers about the horns. |
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Brad361 Heavyweight Member
Joined: 16 Dec 2007 Posts: 7080 Location: Houston, TX.
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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 5:24 am Post subject: |
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zombinator01 wrote: | Thank you Andy,ive checked the website and have no info on the horns |
That would tell me all I need to know. They might be good, might be junk, but absolutely no information on the website? I’d pass.
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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zombinator01 Regular Member
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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 12:27 pm Post subject: |
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thank you all for the info and help guys |
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LittleRusty Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:02 pm Post subject: |
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zombinator01 wrote: | thank you all for the info and help guys |
I happen to agree with Brad that a website so lacking in information about a horn would influence my decision negatively.
But this doesn’t necessarily hold true for all levels of players. Some have no idea what the different specs mean and exactly what they need or will find works for them.
The information on the “about” page for Orlando’s Wind Instruments tells a story of a established company that has built a good reputation in their area.
If that page is to be believed, and I have no reason to not believe, they will probably be glad to consult with you.
I will repeat my earlier advice, contact them with your questions. |
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Crazy Finn Heavyweight Member
Joined: 27 Dec 2001 Posts: 8348 Location: Twin Cities, Minnesota
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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 4:04 pm Post subject: |
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In my experience, most of the time, these instruments are Chinese built stencils stamped as [whatever] for the store.
That doesn't mean they're necessarily trumpet-shaped-objects, but it does kind of limit how good and how reputable they are.
So, let's assume these are stencils, which these are almost certainly, unless Orlando Music is building their own instruments in house, which they'd probably mention if it was the case.
Usually, a stencil is referred to as "Built in the USA" or "Made in Germany" or even "Made in Taiwan" if it's something other than a rando Chinese stencil.
So, basically you're paying Getzen Capri prices for .... not a Getzen Capri, but something built..... somewhere?.... by someone?..... for some price.
I know which way I'd go between those choices.
Still, feel free to contact and find out more info. Report back, if you'd like. _________________ LA Benge 3X Bb Trumpet
Selmer Radial Bb Trumpet
Yamaha 6335S Bb Trumpet
Besson 709 Bb Trumpet
Bach 184L Bb Cornet
Yamaha 731 Bb Flugelhorn |
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LittleRusty Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 5:06 pm Post subject: |
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Crazy Finn wrote: | In my experience, most of the time, these instruments are Chinese built stencils stamped as [whatever] for the store.
That doesn't mean they're necessarily trumpet-shaped-objects, but it does kind of limit how good and how reputable they are.
So, let's assume these are stencils, which these are almost certainly, unless Orlando Music is building their own instruments in house, which they'd probably mention if it was the case.
Usually, a stencil is referred to as "Built in the USA" or "Made in Germany" or even "Made in Taiwan" if it's something other than a rando Chinese stencil.
So, basically you're paying Getzen Capri prices for .... not a Getzen Capri, but something built..... somewhere?.... by someone?..... for some price.
I know which way I'd go between those choices.
Still, feel free to contact and find out more info. Report back, if you'd like. |
Orlando wrote: | In turn, the Orlando U.S.A. line was born through a partnership with a manufacturer and a sales company. |
I suspect that they indeed are having the instruments made overseas, but with the background in instrument repairs I hope they rework the instruments to ensure quality. |
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Crazy Finn Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 5:32 pm Post subject: |
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LittleRusty wrote: | I suspect that they indeed are having the instruments made overseas, but with the background in instrument repairs I hope they rework the instruments to ensure quality. |
Sure, that's possible. However, that's a lot of effort that most places don't make and usually they mention they do.
Also, there's lot of room between full on refitting and tweaking, taking a horn out of the case, blowing on it for 3 minutes and putting it back in, and finally, unboxing and pallet and putting them on the floor.
One wonders.
Also, at those prices, I'd just get something that is "pre-tweaked". Or go to ACB where I know they care and communicate. _________________ LA Benge 3X Bb Trumpet
Selmer Radial Bb Trumpet
Yamaha 6335S Bb Trumpet
Besson 709 Bb Trumpet
Bach 184L Bb Cornet
Yamaha 731 Bb Flugelhorn |
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zombinator01 Regular Member
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Posted: Thu Jul 22, 2021 11:45 am Post subject: |
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so this is not one of your horns you build Orlando? |
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Crazy Finn Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:49 pm Post subject: |
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From the website:
"In the late 1990’s Orlando began a new venture. The company branched out into designing and making musical instruments, through partnerships. In turn, the Orlando U.S.A. line was born through a partnership with a manufacturer and a sales company. This brought about a wholesale and later a retail store front to the company."
Make of that what you will.
If anyone wants actual answers, you'd have to contact them. _________________ LA Benge 3X Bb Trumpet
Selmer Radial Bb Trumpet
Yamaha 6335S Bb Trumpet
Besson 709 Bb Trumpet
Bach 184L Bb Cornet
Yamaha 731 Bb Flugelhorn |
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