The Wedge - Page 5

DrDave · 02-19-2008, 01:11 PM

Hi Russ,

I am glad the Wedge worked well at your rehearsal. A couple of people have asked for a size between the 1.5 and 1 rim, so I will be doing a 1.25 with the next run.

Cheers,
Dave

DubbaCTrumpetMSU · 02-20-2008, 08:23 AM

Very nice. I thought that might be a popular request. I will probably be placing my order for my 3C today...how fast can you get it to me? I'm working on my senior recital stuff, and I want to show my teacher the 'legit' side of the Wedge.

DrDave · 02-20-2008, 09:53 AM

Hi Russ,

I ususally ship by airmail for $9.00, which can take as little as 5 days or as much as 3 weeks. I have no idea why. It is in the hands of the postal service.

Express post cost $24 and usually takes about 5 days, but they can still get hung up in customs.

UPS can do it in 2 to 3 days for about $50, but that is nuts.

Cheers

DubbaCTrumpetMSU · 02-20-2008, 03:01 PM

Didn't the guys from Austin Winds buy some of them? I wonder if they have a 3C?

Russ

DrDave · 02-20-2008, 03:17 PM

Austin Winds is our first US distributor. Woodwind and Brasswind has also approached us and expressed interest. I think Austin Winds did take a 3C, but they had very limited stock, so it might have sold.

Check out their horn line while you are there. I think Kanstul is making them. Thay have a nice looking unit with aluminum valve stems and very light springs. I did not get a chance to play it at TMEA, but the valve action was sweet!

Here is the link to their contact info.

Phone 512-788-5757
Email sales@austinwinds.com

Mailing Address:
Austin Winds
2700 West Anderson Ln, Suite 309
Austin, TX 78757

Welcome to Austin Winds - your best source for high end brass equipment.

Doug Mains is a great guy to deal with there.

Cheers,
Dave

TrentAustin · 02-20-2008, 05:39 PM

With a name like Austin Winds how could you go wrong?

I like their Bronze model trumpet very much. My wife would kill me if I got another horn.

Still loving the Wedge! It's the best thing I've ever played, and really has transformed my playing. More clips coming soon... I'm just back from vacation and have SO many things to process.

-T

Sotto Voce · 02-21-2008, 01:29 PM

Dave,

It was a pleasure to meet you at TMEA. I enjoyed playing the Wedge and even more enjoyed getting to know you. I'm not sure if I need a Wedge right now but I am very interested in more experimentation.

Fellow TM'ers, if you haven't been able to tell from his posts, Dave is the REAL DEAL! He has a legitimate product and everyone should give it a shot.

Good luck to you, Dave.

-Eric Baker

rowuk · 02-21-2008, 02:36 PM

From all the praise, I guess we have found a real innovator who didn't reinvent the wheel, just gave it a better interface.

NickD · 02-23-2008, 09:32 AM

Well, after reading many of the posts here and at TH I had to give these a go. I got in touch with Dr. Dave and arranged to have a trial pack of quite a few combinations. He sent more than I had originally anticipated! I felt like a Soviet in a supermarket!

They arrived yesterday afternoon (2/22) and I played on them for hours. I'd like to share my initial reactions here.

As many of you know, I have been a devout Asymmetric user for 7 years now. I still love them. I have a couple of video clips up on my Online Lessons page on how to use them. They do require adjustments and folks either love them or hate them.

When I first began using the Asymmetrics, I was able to play them right away, but didn't notice any range changes. What I got was more endurance. As I learned how to use them better, I have found them to work beautifully for me.

Now, things worked differently with the Wedge mouthpieces. I did notice a range improvement almost immediately. It wasn't what I expected, but instead was a pleasant surprise. I found that after a couple of minutes finding a good set for me that I could play just about as high as ever. In fact, by nights end, I found my upper register on the Wedges was a match to that on my Lynch pieces. It was the LOWER register that got me! It just pops right out with a big fat sound with MINIMAL adjustment. I also found I could cover more vertical turf before feeling the need to switch from low gear to high gear.

Right now I am messing with 1.5FC and 1 FC upper parts. So far, I love them! Here's a mind blower, for me, though. I was using Warburton 8 and 10* BB's to test them and got some mixed feelings. Then I popped in this KT BB. Holy, moly! I've never had a BB make THAT big an adjustment ever! Dave mentioned some others I'll have to try.

Right now, I am leaning heavily towards the 1.5FC with the KT BB. I also liked the 1.5CC and the 3CC, again with the KT BB.

Another wonderful development was for my Stage 1 Model GS cornet. I have been messing with mouthpieces for it. I made an old Warburton 4XD with a 1CFL rim threaded onto it into an asymmetric with some plumbers putty. It works fine, but still didn't produce a foggy, velvety enough cornet sound for my taste. Dave has solved that for me completely! I have a Wedge 1.5 A on a Warbutron 9 cornet BB. It is simply fantastic! I can get a wonderful dark sound with it and still bring some heat if the spirit moves me!

I am not going to dump on my friend, John Lynch. I still love his mouthpieces and will still continue to have my name attached to them. However, my original relationships with John was as a customer. I bought my first Asymmetrics. Then I started testing mouthpieces for him. We are both scientists and engineers, so the comraderie is palpable. However, in the spirit of exploration, I think even John would support my looking at these. No one mouthpiece will work for EVERY player out there. There is no "one size fits all," so I am comfortable with supporting Dr. Dave's effort as well. There is a need for BOTH John's work AND Dr. Dave's work.

I'll make some more posts as I get a bit more used to these. Some final comments are important here. The machine work on the Wedge mouthpieces is spectacular. Even though these can't be turned on a traditional lathe, but rather have to be cut with a computer driven tool and die machine, the finish is beautiful. They have a mirror-like finish that makes them incredibly comfortable. In fact, I will jump on board with the comment that this is the most comfortable rim I have ever played. The asymmetrics are not UNcomfortable. It's just that the Wedge is amazing in this regard. Right now, it is the only symmetric mouthpiece that moves me like this.

Dr. Dave is providing more grist for the mill. That is a good thing, in the long run.

Peace.

Nick

NickD · 02-24-2008, 02:40 AM

I documented the process of choosing a cornet mouthpiece from the Wedge collection. There are no Asymmetric cornet or flugel mouthpieces, so these new Wedge's have proven to be a wonderful alternative for me in that regard.

YouTube - Harrison Wedge Cornet Mouthpiece Demo

I now play the Wedge 1.5 A with a Warburton 9 cornet BB on it.

I also have this clip on my Online Lessons page under the FAQ's section near the bottom. There is bit of text there that I don't have room for on Youtube. It is not an FAQ yet, but I suspect it will be.

Nick Drozdoff :: Home

As I continue to experiment with the trumpet rigs, I'll post more.

Peace.

Nick

02-19-2008, 01:11 PM	#41 (permalink)
DrDave New Friend Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 43	Re: The Wedge Hi Russ, I am glad the Wedge worked well at your rehearsal. A couple of people have asked for a size between the 1.5 and 1 rim, so I will be doing a 1.25 with the next run. Cheers, Dave __________________ Dave Harrison (Dr. Dave) www.wedgemouthpiece.com Harreslons - 907L, 908 Benge 90C Blackburn Bb, C, Eb/D, Bb/C Pic, G/A Pic, Bb cornet Yamaha 635ST Flugel Wedge 3 series, Wedge ML backbore A VERY understanding wife and more toys than talent

02-20-2008, 08:23 AM	#42 (permalink)
DubbaCTrumpetMSU Piano User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: North Texas Posts: 340	Re: The Wedge Very nice. I thought that might be a popular request. I will probably be placing my order for my 3C today...how fast can you get it to me? I'm working on my senior recital stuff, and I want to show my teacher the 'legit' side of the Wedge. __________________ You don't use people to make music--you use music to make people. Bb-Eclipse MR-Scratch Gold, polished accents D/Eb-Blessing... GR 66C*, Wedge 3E...still searching for a different legit piece... Recordings of my Senior recital-Comments greatly appreciated!! www.myspace.com/russrobinson021906

02-20-2008, 09:53 AM	#43 (permalink)
DrDave New Friend Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 43	Re: The Wedge Hi Russ, I ususally ship by airmail for $9.00, which can take as little as 5 days or as much as 3 weeks. I have no idea why. It is in the hands of the postal service. Express post cost $24 and usually takes about 5 days, but they can still get hung up in customs. UPS can do it in 2 to 3 days for about $50, but that is nuts. Cheers __________________ Dave Harrison (Dr. Dave) www.wedgemouthpiece.com Harreslons - 907L, 908 Benge 90C Blackburn Bb, C, Eb/D, Bb/C Pic, G/A Pic, Bb cornet Yamaha 635ST Flugel Wedge 3 series, Wedge ML backbore A VERY understanding wife and more toys than talent

02-20-2008, 03:01 PM	#44 (permalink)
DubbaCTrumpetMSU Piano User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: North Texas Posts: 340	Re: The Wedge Didn't the guys from Austin Winds buy some of them? I wonder if they have a 3C? Russ __________________ You don't use people to make music--you use music to make people. Bb-Eclipse MR-Scratch Gold, polished accents D/Eb-Blessing... GR 66C*, Wedge 3E...still searching for a different legit piece... Recordings of my Senior recital-Comments greatly appreciated!! www.myspace.com/russrobinson021906

02-20-2008, 03:17 PM	#45 (permalink)
DrDave New Friend Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 43	Re: The Wedge Austin Winds is our first US distributor. Woodwind and Brasswind has also approached us and expressed interest. I think Austin Winds did take a 3C, but they had very limited stock, so it might have sold. Check out their horn line while you are there. I think Kanstul is making them. Thay have a nice looking unit with aluminum valve stems and very light springs. I did not get a chance to play it at TMEA, but the valve action was sweet! Here is the link to their contact info. Phone 512-788-5757 Email sales@austinwinds.com Mailing Address: Austin Winds 2700 West Anderson Ln, Suite 309 Austin, TX 78757 Welcome to Austin Winds - your best source for high end brass equipment. Doug Mains is a great guy to deal with there. Cheers, Dave __________________ Dave Harrison (Dr. Dave) www.wedgemouthpiece.com Harreslons - 907L, 908 Benge 90C Blackburn Bb, C, Eb/D, Bb/C Pic, G/A Pic, Bb cornet Yamaha 635ST Flugel Wedge 3 series, Wedge ML backbore A VERY understanding wife and more toys than talent

02-20-2008, 05:39 PM	#46 (permalink)
TrentAustin Moderator Forte User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,599	Re: The Wedge With a name like Austin Winds how could you go wrong? I like their Bronze model trumpet very much. My wife would kill me if I got another horn. Still loving the Wedge! It's the best thing I've ever played, and really has transformed my playing. More clips coming soon... I'm just back from vacation and have SO many things to process. -T __________________ Trent Austin lurking around. If you want to chat PM me. http://www.trentaustin.com http://www.onlinejazzimprovisation.com

02-21-2008, 01:29 PM	#47 (permalink)
Sotto Voce Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 638	Re: The Wedge Dave, It was a pleasure to meet you at TMEA. I enjoyed playing the Wedge and even more enjoyed getting to know you. I'm not sure if I need a Wedge right now but I am very interested in more experimentation. Fellow TM'ers, if you haven't been able to tell from his posts, Dave is the REAL DEAL! He has a legitimate product and everyone should give it a shot. Good luck to you, Dave. -Eric Baker __________________

02-21-2008, 02:36 PM	#48 (permalink)
rowuk Moderator Fortissimo User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Germany Posts: 4,394	Re: The Wedge From all the praise, I guess we have found a real innovator who didn't reinvent the wheel, just gave it a better interface. __________________ Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.

02-23-2008, 09:32 AM	#49 (permalink)
NickD Mezzo Forte User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Chicago northern suburbs Posts: 826	Re: The Wedge Well, after reading many of the posts here and at TH I had to give these a go. I got in touch with Dr. Dave and arranged to have a trial pack of quite a few combinations. He sent more than I had originally anticipated! I felt like a Soviet in a supermarket! They arrived yesterday afternoon (2/22) and I played on them for hours. I'd like to share my initial reactions here. As many of you know, I have been a devout Asymmetric user for 7 years now. I still love them. I have a couple of video clips up on my Online Lessons page on how to use them. They do require adjustments and folks either love them or hate them. When I first began using the Asymmetrics, I was able to play them right away, but didn't notice any range changes. What I got was more endurance. As I learned how to use them better, I have found them to work beautifully for me. Now, things worked differently with the Wedge mouthpieces. I did notice a range improvement almost immediately. It wasn't what I expected, but instead was a pleasant surprise. I found that after a couple of minutes finding a good set for me that I could play just about as high as ever. In fact, by nights end, I found my upper register on the Wedges was a match to that on my Lynch pieces. It was the LOWER register that got me! It just pops right out with a big fat sound with MINIMAL adjustment. I also found I could cover more vertical turf before feeling the need to switch from low gear to high gear. Right now I am messing with 1.5FC and 1 FC upper parts. So far, I love them! Here's a mind blower, for me, though. I was using Warburton 8 and 10* BB's to test them and got some mixed feelings. Then I popped in this KT BB. Holy, moly! I've never had a BB make THAT big an adjustment ever! Dave mentioned some others I'll have to try. Right now, I am leaning heavily towards the 1.5FC with the KT BB. I also liked the 1.5CC and the 3CC, again with the KT BB. Another wonderful development was for my Stage 1 Model GS cornet. I have been messing with mouthpieces for it. I made an old Warburton 4XD with a 1CFL rim threaded onto it into an asymmetric with some plumbers putty. It works fine, but still didn't produce a foggy, velvety enough cornet sound for my taste. Dave has solved that for me completely! I have a Wedge 1.5 A on a Warbutron 9 cornet BB. It is simply fantastic! I can get a wonderful dark sound with it and still bring some heat if the spirit moves me! I am not going to dump on my friend, John Lynch. I still love his mouthpieces and will still continue to have my name attached to them. However, my original relationships with John was as a customer. I bought my first Asymmetrics. Then I started testing mouthpieces for him. We are both scientists and engineers, so the comraderie is palpable. However, in the spirit of exploration, I think even John would support my looking at these. No one mouthpiece will work for EVERY player out there. There is no "one size fits all," so I am comfortable with supporting Dr. Dave's effort as well. There is a need for BOTH John's work AND Dr. Dave's work. I'll make some more posts as I get a bit more used to these. Some final comments are important here. The machine work on the Wedge mouthpieces is spectacular. Even though these can't be turned on a traditional lathe, but rather have to be cut with a computer driven tool and die machine, the finish is beautiful. They have a mirror-like finish that makes them incredibly comfortable. In fact, I will jump on board with the comment that this is the most comfortable rim I have ever played. The asymmetrics are not UNcomfortable. It's just that the Wedge is amazing in this regard. Right now, it is the only symmetric mouthpiece that moves me like this. Dr. Dave is providing more grist for the mill. That is a good thing, in the long run. Peace. Nick __________________ NickD "Free Online Lessons in Extreme Trumpet Playing" http://www.nickdrozdoff.com http://www.newyorktrumpetcompany.com/ http://www.myspace.com/nickdrozdoff

02-24-2008, 02:40 AM	#50 (permalink)
NickD Mezzo Forte User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Chicago northern suburbs Posts: 826	Re: Picking a Wedge for my NYTC Stage 1 GS cornet I documented the process of choosing a cornet mouthpiece from the Wedge collection. There are no Asymmetric cornet or flugel mouthpieces, so these new Wedge's have proven to be a wonderful alternative for me in that regard. YouTube - Harrison Wedge Cornet Mouthpiece Demo I now play the Wedge 1.5 A with a Warburton 9 cornet BB on it. I also have this clip on my Online Lessons page under the FAQ's section near the bottom. There is bit of text there that I don't have room for on Youtube. It is not an FAQ yet, but I suspect it will be. Nick Drozdoff :: Home As I continue to experiment with the trumpet rigs, I'll post more. Peace. Nick __________________ NickD "Free Online Lessons in Extreme Trumpet Playing" http://www.nickdrozdoff.com http://www.newyorktrumpetcompany.com/ http://www.myspace.com/nickdrozdoff Last edited by NickD; 02-24-2008 at 10:35 AM.

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