Favorite Trumpet you own?

Dennis78 · Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 1:51 pm Post subject:

Currently digging the hell out of my 1905 Frank Holton New Proportions short model. This is truly my favorite line from Holton, and this 1905 is just a great example. It came with a Holton #10 cookie cutter which I’m in love with. Sounds great in all my cornets. It makes them all light up without any effort
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a few different ones

Kumara999 · Posted: Mon Feb 01, 2021 12:36 pm Post subject:

@jhatpro: I purchased a DelQuadro a while back - one of his old models with the heavy bracing - #11 stamped on it - built with an Olds Ambassador valve block.

It's a nice sounding horn, easy to play- the Copper Bell has a great sound and gives it a gorgeous tone.

I am deciding if I am going to sell it or not as I am struggling with metal intolerances - have just changed to Acrylic mouthpieces - so need to be exceptionally careful when handling the raw brass / copper not to touch the mouthpiece. Currently experimenting with how careful I need to be.

Was always on my bucket list to try a copper horn - certainly no disappointment there.

jhatpro · Posted: Mon Feb 01, 2021 12:51 pm Post subject:

My fav is always the horn I'm playing at the moment. And moments before I began this reply it was a 1946 Conn 22B with a Pilczyuk/Acusonic step leadpipe. Such a sweet horn!
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2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

Claude1949 · Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 8:13 am Post subject:

I have way too many, but I am really digging my Hunter (Jaeger) New York w/ a custom pipe I installed on it. Great horn

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irememberchet · Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 9:05 am Post subject: Favorite Trumpet I Own

This is a very interesting topic. I have several "favorites" because they all play differently!

(1) 1940 Martin Handcraft Committee in #3 Large Bore. This horn is identical to Chris Botti's except his is a 1939 and mine a 1940. These horns, in excellent playable condition are exceedingly rare, and I would not part with mine for any price. This instrument features the rich, robust, dark tone that the vintage Committees are known for, and the Handcraft is a lighter horn that I find to be extremely versatile. The nickel silver valves on this now 81 year old instrument are quieter and smoother than those of any brand new instrument I own! I do not take this horn out of the house often. It is simply too valuable and could be too easily stolen. I always record with this horn, and I play it in very select live venues, and every day at home. It is magnificent!

(2) Calicchio Large Bore lightweight 3/7. This instrument is extremely versatile, very light, and has the sparkling bell and sound that vintage Calicchios are well known for. This instrument helps to produce the clearest pure sound and is delightful to play.

(3) Schilke HC-1 is 24K Gold Plate. This instrument features the original design work done by Reynold Schilke for the Martin Committee, and, like all Schilkes, is built meticulously and with great care. Although it sounds and responds a lot like the Committee Handcraft, and is a .468 large bore instrument, it has a deep bell throat and a little more sparkle in its sound than that of the vintage Committees. And in 24K gold plate - it is a museum piece to look at!

(4) LeBlanc Paris Large Bore Al Hirt model. This is a large .468 bore instrument under the LeBlanc Paris name that was meticulously built and finished by Antoine Courtois in Paris. The instrument is lightweight, easy to play, very versatile, and has a gorgeous sound!
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Monette MF Prana
1940 Martin Handcraft Committee #3 Large Bore
Yamaha 8335 LA II Bergeron Custom
Yamaha 8340 EM Eric Miyashiro
Schilke Handcraft HC1
Taylor Phatboy Flugelhorn

Claude1949 · Posted: Wed Feb 17, 2021 9:34 am Post subject:

Hi Richard I see you are from MD. Some years back I was the "stand in" lead trumpeter w/the jazz big band that played at the One-Step Down club in Georgetown & i was also the lead player w/the Latin Fire Band, as well as the lead for many of DCs "broadway" musicals. I played a lot w/John Blount; a great high-note player w/Navy Commodores. Anyway; I agree w/your choice of great horns, however, I also note that you have a Monette Prana horn. I tried one of the first Monettes at Chuck Levin's many years ago & LOVED it. What is your take on these? You can Pm me if you like.....
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vwag · Posted: Thu Feb 18, 2021 5:27 pm Post subject:

Richard’s list, plus his signature... as good as it gets.

oliver king · Heavyweight Member Joined: 07 Aug 2008 Posts: 1742

In no particular order ...
- I've a large bore Bel Canto 59 with a red brass bell that is the best horn I've ever owned.
- Bel Canto CXL that is a joy to play
- Adams F1 Flugel
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Holton B47
Frankenhorn projects 1-5
Adams F1
Olds Super Tenor Trombone
Alesis QS8
B2MS3, B2GS3,

mike ansberry · Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 12:33 pm Post subject:

I recently bought an Olds Recording from the LA factory, built around 1951.

It plays very nearly as well as my Super Recording.

Incidentally, I now have a 1967 Recording for sale. Can't justify keeping it.
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Winghorn · Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 5:26 pm Post subject:

I agree with the comments by Richard Harris about the Leblanc Al Hirt model trumpet.

I just purchased an original example in essentially new condition and it displays excellent workmanship and is beautifully finished in a rich, golden lacquer. The intricate chasing on the slide ferrules, valve caps and buttons adds a touch of luxury. I enjoy just holding it and looking at it.

While a large bore instrument, I do not find the Leblanc tiring to play. It slots very well and the sound it produces is both lush and powerful. Frankly, I was taken aback by how lovely (for me) it plays and how beautiful it sounds.

While it won't replace my Destino 5* trumpet as my best-ever instrument, I could happily live out my days with only this wonderful Al Hirt Leblanc to play.

Steve

dershem · Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 5:51 pm Post subject:

CalicchioMan · Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 6:22 pm Post subject: FAVORITE HORNS

What I currently play!

Best,

Scott
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Yamaha 8310ZII
Yamaha 631G Flugelhorn
Mendini Superbone
Pickett Mouthpieces

jmock · Regular Member Joined: 06 Feb 2021 Posts: 31

I just received a nearly brand new Kanstul 1500.

It is the best horn I've ever touched. I am just beginning to play again after a couple years of not playing...had been rudely fired as a church worship leader over something that was definitely not any fault of my own...hated music for awhile...stopped listening.

My other horn is a Kanstul "F. Besson International USA" stamped trumpet with the K stamped on the bell. I understand some have claimed on these forums that Kanstul never stamped horns as "F. Besson International USA" but I have a nearly mint one as living proof.

John Mock

oliver king · Heavyweight Member Joined: 07 Aug 2008 Posts: 1742

Goby · Heavyweight Member Joined: 11 Jun 2017 Posts: 650

Dick is still making trumpets? I gotta go make a phone call!

jrd19580 · Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:21 am Post subject:

My Schilke S32HDG, best slotting horn I have EVER played, and it is a blast to play! With the right mouthpiece it will work in just about any setting!
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Yamaha 8310Z
Yamaha 731 Flugelhorn
Yamaha YCR-2330 Cornet

The Royal Lancer · Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 10:37 am Post subject:

My two favorites are my Schilke B5 and my Scodwell Las Vegas model. Both are very mouthpiece sensitive, allowing for the use of either in a variety of playing situations.
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‘19 Schilke 1041 Flugel
'17 Schilke B5
'07 Lawler C7 Deluxe
'01 Scodwell
'75 Olds Custom
'73 Getzen Severinsen
'67 Bach Stradavarius
'63 Martin Committee
'54 Contempora Trumpet (LB)
'53 Contempora Trumpet

Dink · Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 2:04 pm Post subject:

I will rank my favorite trumpets as follows:
#1 Favorite - Getzen Eterna Doc Sev. 909G
2. Getzen Genesis 3003 Rick Braun Edition
3. Leblanc Sonic 707 Bobby Harriott Model
4. Bach Mt. Vernon Mercury Model
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Getzen Eterna 909G
Getzen Rick Braun Genesis
Getzen 895S Flugelhorn
LeBlanc Bobby Harriott Model
My. Vernon Bach Mercury Model

Dink · Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 2:18 pm Post subject:

I will rank my favorite trumpets as follows:
#1 Favorite - Getzen Eterna Doc Sev. 909G
2. Getzen Genesis 3003 Rick Braun Edition
3. Leblanc Sonic 707 Bobby Harriott Model
4. Bach Mt. Vernon Mercury Model
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Getzen Eterna 909G
Getzen Rick Braun Genesis
Getzen 895S Flugelhorn
LeBlanc Bobby Harriott Model
My. Vernon Bach Mercury Model

thx421 · Regular Member Joined: 14 Mar 2020 Posts: 12

I would have to say that my favorite or go to "trumpet" is my 54 Martin Committee Cornet. Easiest for me to play and sounds great to me.
#2 Would be my 52 Conn Connstellation 28-B. That is the trumpet that I have had longest and kind of fits like a glove.
Currently I have been playing my Getzen Eterna Classic 900s the most and I love it... Like others have said... they are ALL very different so have to keep searching for the next favorite!
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52 Connstellation 28-B
54 Martin Committee Dlx Crnt
65 Leblanc 707 Harriot
1970 King Silver Flair
KING 2065
Conn 52B
75ish Yamaha YTR-734
Holton MF st-306
Besson Flugelhorn