slybootz

Hi, I'm a serious student trumpet player, about to enter DePaul University for Music Education. Currently I'm playing on just my old Bb Bach Strad, no mods :(. I've been in the market looking for a C horn because I figure it would be a good investment to own one if i'm to be studying with John Hagstrom. Now I've looked into and gotten output from several other students and players.

I've heard a lot of great things about the C Xeno but don't have any means of comparison.

I've received mixed reactions about the Bach Cs. Some people say they are fantastic, others say it takes away from the C Trumpet tone.

I've only gotten a chance to play Schilke Cs once at Midwest this year, I was wondering what anyone had to say about them?

All in all, I'm looking for some opinions on makes and models.

davidjohnson

i used a bach 239 cml 180 for over 20 years and loved it.
i now have a schilke C7 and love it.

why not check out some used C's?
i'll bet an 18 yr old going to college will drop a horn before he graduates
...you might consider that depressing moment & get one to learn on that's made through the abuse fires

dj

tpter1

I played a Schilke C through college (courtesy of the school...) and loved the horn. Had alot of "bite" when needed.

I play a Yamaha now. The heavy wall one. I can work with it to be big and full if that's what I need or lighter and more chamber like if that's what I need. (I'd like some mods done, but not before I can justify the cost). I've tried several Bach C trumpets. If you can find a good one, and I did play a good one, they are absolutely astounding to play. You have to take your time and find a good one. Do this with a good teacher or trusted freind who knows your sound preferences. I tried a Kanstul, too, and liked it alot.

If you can sink the cash into a new horn, (just don't leave your case open during quintet rehearsals... or set the soft case on the floor of the recital hall during your freind's recital... ) I would. You'll have the horn a long, long time if you get one you love. (My Bb went 20 years and my son uses it now).

uatrmpt

I would wait on this purchase. What better opportunity than to have Mr. Hagstrom help you pick one out. If anybody knows C's, it would be him.

Spleeyah!

usually cant go wrong with a Bach Strad or Yamaha Xeno. In my experieces, Bach and Yamaha have made the better 'big horns' (Bb, C). BUT...bachs are becoming increasingly known for being inconsistant. I play a bach 229 (25H lead pipe). its pretty good, but ive played a few Xenos that were better.


....actually i dont think ive really played a 'bad' Xeno.

Just shop around and be picky, you just might find a gem!!

however...

probably the safer route if you dont have much C trumpet experience.


Good luck and let us know how it turns out!

-Brad

brian moon

Yes, make sure he wants you to get one first.

RG111

I agree with uatrumpet and Brian! Wait and see what Mr. Hagstrom has to say.

Roy Griffin