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BadHomreSure
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 Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 9:48 am Post subject: Brasstache for cornet: important question |
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Arguing about horn history and pedagogical approach is cool and all, but I need an important question answered. I would like to use a Brasstache when performing cornet with my trad jazz band, because when else am I going to use it?
I had a Brasstache for trumpet. However, it did not fit the shank of the cornet mouthpiece. When I attempted to clip it to the receiver, the diameter was too large, and my Brasstache suffered catastrophic structural failure. Now I do not have a Brasstache for either trumpet or cornet.
Brasstache does not appear to make a cornet version. I am considering two options: the French horn option will be a more similar shank, I believe, to that of the cornet. However, I am concerned that the short length of the cornet mouthpiece will cause the Brasstache to tickle my nostrils while playing. Alternatively, I could buy the baritone/euphonium one with the hope that it will be large enough to clip to the receiver. Thoughts?
I look forward to the community's expert advice, which will hopefully prevent me from a time consuming and expensive Brasstache safari. |
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huntman10
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Grow yer own!! And use Old Spice pomade a couple times a day! Only took me about 60 years!
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BadHomreSure
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| Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 11:30 am Post subject: |
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| huntman10 wrote: | | Grow yer own!! And use Old Spice pomade a couple times a day! Only took me about 60 years! |
No can do. I also run a thriving didgeridoo side business, and legit 'stache's draw blood with the didge. |
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Andy Cooper
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| Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 11:37 am Post subject: |
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Most custom mouthpiece makers can provide you with a cornet/trumpet Brasstashe converter so that you can use the trumpet version on your cornet.
I prefer the one with the built in mouthpiece weight and Tritium night sights.
Keep in mind that not all Brasstashes are the same - while some swear by the early Chicago models, as far as I'm concerned the Burbank's are more reliable. |
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Halflip
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| Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 11:53 am Post subject: Re: Brasstache for cornet: important question |
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| BadHomreSure wrote: | | However, I am concerned that the short length of the cornet mouthpiece will cause the Brasstache to tickle my nostrils while playing. |
You need to invest in one of those high-end Brasstache alternatives manufactured by the David M. Gillette Corporation. Designed using new principals, they feature a "constant itch center" that should minimize any tickling.
Unfortunately, they cost as much as a BMW 3-Series, but as Sir Henry Royce once said, "The quality will be remembered long after the price has been forgotten."
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BadHomreSure
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| Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 1:23 pm Post subject: Re: Brasstache for cornet: important question |
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[quote="Halflip"] | BadHomreSure wrote: |
Unfortunately, they cost as much as a BMW 3-Series, but as Sir Henry Royce once said, "The quality will be remembered long after the price has been forgotten." |
It is a sad fact about my wife's BMW that though the quality is excellent when it works, the ongoing repair costs do not allow me to forget the price.
Which is a grave Brasstache concern as well. if it spends more time in the shop than on the road at gigs, is it even a 'stache? |
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BadHomreSure
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| Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 1:26 pm Post subject: |
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| Andy Cooper wrote: | Most custom mouthpiece makers can provide you with a cornet/trumpet Brasstashe converter so that you can use the trumpet version on your cornet.
I prefer the one with the built in mouthpiece weight and Tritium night sights.
Keep in mind that not all Brasstashes are the same - while some swear by the early Chicago models, as far as I'm concerned the Burbank's are more reliable. |
Are there Reeves vs. Bach Brasstache threading options for the converters?
I'm anti-night sight overall. I'm far prettier on night gigs where no one can see me.
While the Burbank quality may be better, I prefer to vote for the environment with my wallet, and Chicago has better public transit options. |
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kehaulani
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Is this a serious question? If ir is, man, I'm not a DIYerbut even I can take a piece of paper towel or cloth and take up the slack. . . if it's serious.
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