Thinking about a Prana

CJceltics33 · Veteran Member Joined: 24 Aug 2017 Posts: 475

I have been playing Monette for about a year now and I am thinking about upgrading to a Prana. I checked a few stores and none seem to have the size I am looking for (B3S3). Id prefer to try it before I buy it. Any suggestions?

Also, what can I expect to be different with the Prana?

TKSop · Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2019 1:24 pm Post subject:

I wouldn't necessarily view it as an "upgrade" - for some players, on some horns, it'll feel great whilst for other players on other horns it just won't produce the desired results.

As always with a mouthpiece change, ask yourself "what am I looking to achieve, here?"
Is there something about your current piece that you don't like, or would like to improve on?
If your current Monette is working great, is there any need to change it?
Is the marketing convincing to you?
Will you be satisfied with going back to your current piece if it turns out not to work as well for you?

It's very easy to chase magic bullets - if you're making good progress with what you're using, I'd be tempted to stick with it, it's not a change that can't be made at a later date.

WoodsysMusic · Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2019 1:44 pm Post subject:

We have a B2S3 Prana in stock! We also have a return policy if you decide it's not for you. If you're interested, follow the link below.

https://www.woodsysmusic.com/collections/trumpet-mouthpieces/products/monette-stc-1-prana-series-trumpet-mouthpieces?variant=8636993601646

Or if you have any questions feel free to call or email!
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TKSop · Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2019 2:12 pm Post subject:

I bet a few places have the popular B2S3... but OP mentioned the less common B3S3?

theslawdawg · Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2019 4:33 pm Post subject:

First, I love my Prana MP.

But...I have always played Prana MPs but never a non Prana Monette. I suspect the difference is subtle, and you would only notice that difference if you had played on the other for a good bit of time. Now...if the subtleness is better or worse...that's a judgement call.
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kevin_soda · Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2019 5:47 pm Post subject:

When I was playing a Classic XLT B4S S2, I bought a Prana LT B4LD S1 81 for "lead" playing. I liked it at first but I wasn't efficient enough to play it longterm. I sold it and continued on. As I got better I explored other Monettes and eventually got up the courage to try Prana again. This time was a different story. I love the sound. I now play a Prana Resonance STC B4S S2 and Prana Resonance LT B4LD S1.

The Classic line has an edginess to the sound that makes them cut and project but the Prana has a denser, more complex sound without sacrificing power. They're definitely not for everyone, every horn, every playing environment but I'm glad to have given it another shot.
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theslawdawg · Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2019 6:51 pm Post subject:

chapahi · Posted: Sat Sep 28, 2019 12:25 am Post subject: Re: Thinking about a Prana

WoodsysMusic · Posted: Sat Sep 28, 2019 6:31 am Post subject:

RussellDDixon · Posted: Sat Sep 28, 2019 6:52 am Post subject:

Larger throat, back-bore is thinner at the end. Tone is livelier than a Classic. As the blow is far more open, it takes more air and some have stated that this might have an effect on endurance. I agree with Dave Monette's description in that the there are more tonal variations (not as dead) as the Classic. I own both Classic and Prana pieces. I can "lean on" the Classic more because of the increased resistance afforded by the smaller throat. I prefer the Prana sound. I'd love to have a Prana BL5; however, no one seems to have it in stock and the current wait time to have a piece made by Monette is up to 12 weeks.

I have owned many Prana pieces over the years and presently own the Monette Prana Lynn Nicholson in an XLT blank and the Monette Classic BL5 in an XLT blank. Hope this helps.
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theslawdawg · Posted: Sat Sep 28, 2019 8:20 am Post subject:

Looks like eBay has a couple for sale. Go get em!
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RussellDDixon · Posted: Sat Sep 28, 2019 10:31 am Post subject:

Slaw ... no BL5 Prana on eBay; however, I am in the hunt for one in an XLT blank
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theslawdawg · Posted: Sat Sep 28, 2019 10:36 am Post subject:

Sorry Russell, meant to say a B3S3 on Ebay. I've been really tempted to get the B6LV since I play B6 sizes, but the wait......sigh.

What's the difference between the L being before or after the second number?
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Brad361 · Posted: Sun Sep 29, 2019 4:15 pm Post subject:

When I was using Monette mouthpieces, I was playing a BL XLT. Tried the same in Prana, for me it worked fine on my Benge 3X+, not so much on my Wild Thing. Maybe the larger throat in combination with the WT large bore and bell was just too open. For me.

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theslawdawg · Posted: Sun Sep 29, 2019 6:13 pm Post subject:

Brad361 · Posted: Sun Sep 29, 2019 7:40 pm Post subject:

theslawdawg · Posted: Sun Sep 29, 2019 7:44 pm Post subject:

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theslawdawg · Posted: Mon Sep 30, 2019 7:09 am Post subject:

Okay, now I'm going to try a non Prana. Thanks alot people.

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Brad361 · Posted: Thu Oct 03, 2019 5:26 am Post subject: