| I do think the CBW horns utilize a similar valve set made by Bauerfeind but they probably aren't exactly the same as the Eclipse as all custom makers change the setup and play of their valves. The .470 bore is also a huge difference as I think Wayne's horns were all .460 bores but I'm not 100% positive on this.
We had the booth right next to Wayne's horns at the ITG conference in Denver so I had a chance to play on a bunch of his horns. They all were extremely well crafted and played very well! It's a shame to see Wayne go to Yamaha, perhaps Yamaha will start making rimless horns in the near future! ;)
The rimless two allow bell is EXTREMELY cool. I can imagine that the feedback provided to the player is amazing. I really want one now too but already have two amazing Eclipse horns. I guess I'll keep saving my pennies. The rimless bell has been around for well over 65 years thanks to those old Conn 40 and 48Bs!
I am wondering if Leigh will make the same horn but with a lighter bell. It seems like in the US a majority of the lead players I work with want thinner material to spark more. It's the whole Calicchio/Conn 60B mentality. I think a heavier bell would be advantageous for sheer volume as it won't break up as much and for projection power. mmmm, like the old Connstellations... heavy but projecting like crazy!
That being said my newly replated (brush silver... absolutely stunning!) MY is a TREMENDOUS lead horn with a great deal of projection and stability.
Congrats again, Leigh! I'm sure this will be a WONDERFUL new addition to the already amazingly versatile Eclipse line!
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