Flugelhorn Selection - Page 3

wilcox96 · 12-12-2006, 03:28 PM

Yeah, Dave. You are right... it's gotta feel and work good for the individual.

Anyway...these are all some interesting designs. Another testament to the interesting "trumpet/flugel" times we are in.

frank · 12-12-2006, 04:19 PM

Eclipse red bell!

Furn · 12-12-2006, 05:53 PM

Hmmm. now that makes it all very clear

There's a vote for nearly every flugel on the market. Kanstul have the edge by one vote. The stomvi looks pretty(& being a girl that's important)

, The "fat boy" is certainly different.

Maybe we should start a sound thread where we can all post examples of the various tones of each instrument. Would be interesting.

bandman · 12-12-2006, 06:09 PM

I have a Kanstul and love it. I also loved my old Bach, but I wanted to go in a different direction with the sound. If I changed again it would be for an Eclipse or I might get Jason Harrelson to modify my Kanstul.

I'm on a super tight budget the past couple years so I will probably play what I have for the rest of my life.

Kanstul ZKF 1525 with a silver finish.

Walter · 12-12-2006, 07:57 PM

I tried the Phat Boy in my local music store....for me it would be an acquired taste. I play the Flugel a lot less than my trumpet so I bought a relatively inexpensive Jupiter with the rose bell... the horn is comfortable with immediate response and clear feedback.....the Phat Boy felt huge and awkward to me but it was well made and the sound was great...albeit abit removed...probably because of the heavier material...I quess it would project well.

In fairness it was a fairly short session awhile ago and I was probably overwhelmed by how different it was visually....I think it is still in the shop....I will ask to have another go on it and report back.

Walter

bandman · 12-12-2006, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Walter

I tried the Phat Boy in my local music store....

May I ask where this music store is located? I'm impressed that they would have a Phat Boy in stock. Sounds like a store I could learn to love!

Walter · 12-13-2006, 05:33 AM

Hi Bandman

Unfortunately for you it is here in the UK..... The owner loves trumpets and used to play...he was watching a TV programme and saw some guy playing the Phat Boy......he thought it was really "cool" so he ordered one in! It is the same shop I got my Taylor Chicago 11 Lite from......he had it in stock! If a customer is fairly interested in something he will usually get it in....no obligation. His current selection of horns includes ...Selmer TT, Courtois Evolution 11, Yamaha 9335NYS New York and both Chicago and New York C trumpets, Schagerl Gansch Rotary, Dione and Penelope, Conn Vintage One, most Bach Strad models, Kanstul's, Taylor Chicago 11 Standard and Phat Boy!!! ...the list goes on...the only horn he has not got that is on my list is a great playing, mint, large bore 49 Martin Committee!! It would be great to have one for my 60th birthday in 2009.

It is a mixed blessing to have this Candy Store so close!!!!

Walter

gregc · 12-13-2006, 11:35 AM

Try a Lawler! They're Grrrrrrrrreat! Mine is with Roy now for a little tune-up. I can't wait to get it back~

wilcox96 · 12-13-2006, 12:00 PM

Dave....here's that other flugel I was talking about (Stage 1 Classic):

Apparently, this has 4 bell options - Yellow Brass, Rose Brass, Copper or Bronze. Plus, in looking at the bell shape, the taper appears to be a bit tighter than my Bach or some of the others that are pictured in this thread? Therefore, might have the sound the OP was looking for? I don't know...just tossing it out there. It's how the individual sounds on any model. I have also heard of yet "another" model in this line that is forthcoming. No pics on that yet.

Anyway, as I said, this one was a bit more conventional looking - still gorgeous. I am into that finish these days.

ALLCHOPS · 12-13-2006, 12:06 PM

Whoa...............

Brad,

Super Double Secret Spy Shot!!!!

Tony G

12-12-2006, 03:28 PM	#21 (permalink)
wilcox96 Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: charlotte nc Posts: 502	Re: Flugelhorn Selection Yeah, Dave. You are right... it's gotta feel and work good for the individual. Anyway...these are all some interesting designs. Another testament to the interesting "trumpet/flugel" times we are in. __________________ Brad Wilcox NYTC Endorsing Artist Stage 1 California Light w/Rose Brass Bell Bach Strad Flugelhorn GR Mouthpieces http://www.newyorktrumpetcompany.com...rad-wilcox.htm http://trumpetland.ning.com/profile/BradWilcox

12-12-2006, 04:19 PM	#22 (permalink)
frank Piano User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Berlin, Germany Posts: 423	Re: Flugelhorn Selection Eclipse red bell! __________________

12-12-2006, 05:53 PM	#23 (permalink)
Furn New Friend Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 4	Re: Flugelhorn Selection Hmmm. now that makes it all very clear There's a vote for nearly every flugel on the market. Kanstul have the edge by one vote. The stomvi looks pretty(& being a girl that's important) , The "fat boy" is certainly different. Maybe we should start a sound thread where we can all post examples of the various tones of each instrument. Would be interesting.

12-12-2006, 06:09 PM	#24 (permalink)
bandman Forte User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lafayette, LA, USA Posts: 1,040	Re: Flugelhorn Selection I have a Kanstul and love it. I also loved my old Bach, but I wanted to go in a different direction with the sound. If I changed again it would be for an Eclipse or I might get Jason Harrelson to modify my Kanstul. I'm on a super tight budget the past couple years so I will probably play what I have for the rest of my life. Kanstul ZKF 1525 with a silver finish. __________________

12-12-2006, 07:57 PM	#25 (permalink)
Walter Pianissimo User Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 246	Re: Flugelhorn Selection I tried the Phat Boy in my local music store....for me it would be an acquired taste. I play the Flugel a lot less than my trumpet so I bought a relatively inexpensive Jupiter with the rose bell... the horn is comfortable with immediate response and clear feedback.....the Phat Boy felt huge and awkward to me but it was well made and the sound was great...albeit abit removed...probably because of the heavier material...I quess it would project well. In fairness it was a fairly short session awhile ago and I was probably overwhelmed by how different it was visually....I think it is still in the shop....I will ask to have another go on it and report back. Walter

12-13-2006, 05:33 AM	#27 (permalink)
Walter Pianissimo User Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 246	Re: Flugelhorn Selection Hi Bandman Unfortunately for you it is here in the UK..... The owner loves trumpets and used to play...he was watching a TV programme and saw some guy playing the Phat Boy......he thought it was really "cool" so he ordered one in! It is the same shop I got my Taylor Chicago 11 Lite from......he had it in stock! If a customer is fairly interested in something he will usually get it in....no obligation. His current selection of horns includes ...Selmer TT, Courtois Evolution 11, Yamaha 9335NYS New York and both Chicago and New York C trumpets, Schagerl Gansch Rotary, Dione and Penelope, Conn Vintage One, most Bach Strad models, Kanstul's, Taylor Chicago 11 Standard and Phat Boy!!! ...the list goes on...the only horn he has not got that is on my list is a great playing, mint, large bore 49 Martin Committee!! It would be great to have one for my 60th birthday in 2009. It is a mixed blessing to have this Candy Store so close!!!! Walter

12-13-2006, 11:35 AM	#28 (permalink)
gregc Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: New York, U.S. of A. Posts: 548	Re: Flugelhorn Selection Try a Lawler! They're Grrrrrrrrreat! Mine is with Roy now for a little tune-up. I can't wait to get it back~ __________________ ______________ Greg Condemi

12-13-2006, 12:00 PM	#29 (permalink)
wilcox96 Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: charlotte nc Posts: 502	Re: Flugelhorn Selection Dave....here's that other flugel I was talking about (Stage 1 Classic): Apparently, this has 4 bell options - Yellow Brass, Rose Brass, Copper or Bronze. Plus, in looking at the bell shape, the taper appears to be a bit tighter than my Bach or some of the others that are pictured in this thread? Therefore, might have the sound the OP was looking for? I don't know...just tossing it out there. It's how the individual sounds on any model. I have also heard of yet "another" model in this line that is forthcoming. No pics on that yet. Anyway, as I said, this one was a bit more conventional looking - still gorgeous. I am into that finish these days. __________________ Brad Wilcox NYTC Endorsing Artist Stage 1 California Light w/Rose Brass Bell Bach Strad Flugelhorn GR Mouthpieces http://www.newyorktrumpetcompany.com...rad-wilcox.htm http://trumpetland.ning.com/profile/BradWilcox Last edited by wilcox96; 12-13-2006 at 12:04 PM.

12-13-2006, 12:06 PM	#30 (permalink)
ALLCHOPS Piano User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Posts: 333	Re: Flugelhorn Selection Whoa............... Brad, Super Double Secret Spy Shot!!!! Tony G __________________ *Curry 600 Series Mouthpieces* *Curry Authorized Dealer* *SD Systems-Endorsing Artist* *www.SDSYSTEMS.com* *http://www.myspace.com/tonygambaro*

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