| I haven't had the pleasure to try a Calicchio but I hope that Washington Music Center will have some in stock when I stop by in July. In particular I am interested in trying the R37. I hope to compare it to a Kanstul 1500 and Conn Vintage One with rose brass bell. I am an amateur "legit" trumpet player that likes a dark, big sound with some resistance. I like medium slots (nothing too wide), good projection, and excellent response. Any other models I should try? I play a GR67L mouthpiece. I get the impression that Calicchios have more of a commerical reputation, similar to the Schilke's and old Benge's. Currently I play a Schilke B2L but after trying a friend's Kanstul 1500 I really liked the big sound I got (but found it to be too open above the staff).
This talk about John Duda has me curious - what does John do differently than Dominic or Chris? Does he still use the same bell mandrels, jigs, and other machinery? Has he introduced new ways of producing these horns? Has he tweaked the designs? Or is he just more interested in detail?
I look forward to getting more aquainted with Calicchio line - the horns seem intriguing.
Thanks,
WFUnix |