[TPIN] C Trumpet Suggestions

[David Adams]

Brian.  I bought a new Yamaha Chicago C last November, and I love  
it.  Great intonation, even tone and resonance through all registers,  
and the response is terrific at all dynamic levels.  I tried many  
Bachs, and had many of my friends try my new horn, and everyone was  
very high on mine - comparison tests and all.  I wasn't even looking  
to buy a new C at the time, but after trying it for a few weeks I was  
totally hooked.  It seems that many symphony players are having the  
same sort of epiphany, and although a great Bach (emphasis on "great"  
is intentional) is still a great horn, I believe the Yamaha will  
continue to steal some of the Bach mystique.  Dave Adams
On Aug 27, 2007, at 10:18 AM, Brian Crane wrote:

> I posted earlier about wanting to buy a used C.  I thought I knew  
> what I wanted, but after some feedback, I have questions.
>
> My initial thought was to go with a Bach C because it is the most  
> widely-accepted 'standard' C.  I'm still pretty positive that I  
> want a Bach.  I know I want a large bore.  However, there are a  
> myriad of options as far as leadpipes and it seems that in order to  
> get the best out of the Bach Cs, several modifications are  
> necessary.  I am now confused.  I am asking for suggestions as to  
> what I should be looking for when buying a used Bach.
>
> In the past year or so, I have performed with a chamber orchestra,  
> subbed in symphony orchestras, played in a brass quintet, and  
> played numerous church jobs.  I've been fortunate to avoid the  
> absolute necessity of buying a new C, but now I have the money and  
> know I should have one.
>
> Because I've played with a bunch of different ensembles, I don't  
> have a real specific application for the horn.  I am looking for  
> something that will give me the best versatility and be a good 'all- 
> around' C.
>
> I'm kicking myself now for selling my old C; I appreciate your  
> assistance in helping me narrow the choices down.
>
>
>
> Brian Crane
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David B. Adams
Palo Alto Unified School District
Director, Foothill Symphonic Winds
www.windband.org/foothill