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Re: Choosing an Eclipse for me
« Reply #4 on: 10/28/2003 at 08:50:02 »
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If you play mostly lead the Classic bell is for you! Man I can bore through walls with that projection! Perhaps a heavier bell would balance off the extreme projection if you're worried about it being too bright (funny statement, can it ever be TOO bright?)
I picked the L Red because I'm a really strong player coming of insanely big equipment (Monette 993 and Edwards Gen 2 lbore and 5 1/4 inch bell) The Large Red also fits my style a lot better and allows me to play the horn in any setting with ease and flexibility. When I play lead or salsa music on it I just pop in my Marcinkiewicz Shew and the thing just screams. That's what I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE about this horn, it's so incredibly versatile while still maintaining it's dark core.
Finish? I love that new lacquer, it's very alluring. You also can't go wrong with the brushed brass look, everyone flips out at my horn's finish. For acidic hands go for the brushed Gold. It's also manage free.
Feel free to email me or PM me with any particulars.
I'm so happy I've chosen to play Eclipse horns. It's a perfect match for me.
Best,
Trent
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-Trent Austin
Eclipse Instrument Performing Artist
www.eclipsetrumpets.com