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Originally Posted by Tromba1030  I would have liked to try out the rotary horns like Scherzer but my teacher explained to me that if I were to use it in orchestra, I might want to get a piston picc instead. -Jacob |
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The rotary piccs are also great in the orchestra. The valves are not the determining factor for sound.
The rotary valves are more precise that the piston types. If you push a piston valve down VERY slowly while playing, you discover that about 3/4 of the travel ist stuffy and without a clear tone. With the rotary valve is is only about 1/2 of the throw. I find that trills sound cleaner with the rotary valves and I do trill more with my picc than with my other horns. Fast 16ths also come out VERY clearly. Worth considering!