Stage 1 California Door Prize @ RMTF

dcstep · 10-07-2006, 11:05 AM

Check out the door prizes at the Rocky Mountain Trumpet Fest:
http://www.spickler.net/door.htm

Someone is going to be very happy.

New York Trumpet Company is amazing.

Dave

ALLCHOPS · 10-07-2006, 01:10 PM

JeeZ! That should boost attendance!!!!

dcstep · 10-07-2006, 04:15 PM

Allchops, I see that you play a Stage 1 California light.

Can you tell us about it? Maybe a link to a previous review if you've already done it.

Dave

ALLCHOPS · 10-08-2006, 06:45 AM

Here is my initial review: I still feel the same and it keeps getting better. I flat out love the horn and her ways!

Stage 1 California Light - Built BY Romeo Adaci

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Well, I knew when I opened the box from Felix that the California Light made by Adaci would be something special.... It basically has the same mechanics as my California Standard with less bracing...

From the first few notes it was evident that the sound was much clearer, more focused and tons and I mean tons of projection! I can't imagine a blind fold test with the new light agianst most anything. The intonation is spot on but we all have our personal notes that we have to physically adjust (at least I do). It's just flat out easier to make the necessary adjustments on this horn because it has been set free so to speak!

The sound is a difficult one to describe. It's kinda like a cross between a Calicchio Classic 7 and the California Standard (tough to imagine if you haven't played either) This horn really want's to show off it's brilliance and color while maintaining fluidity! The lower register just speaks with a vigor and the upper register is out of this world... My hit any time money note is high A and this horn seems to want to live there. The sheer volume and projection upsatirs is remarkable yet when I tried backing off around high E the other night at the end of a tune I was able to hold it for a good 16 counts as steady as ever. I had some horn players out the other night who have heard me plenty of times, there they were standing in front of my bell (ball busters) - They noticed a difference immediately.

I did try the first prototype of this horn back in December when it only had 1 brace from the lead pipe to the 2nd valve and one brace from the bell to the 2nd valve.. WE could see it's potential but we all agreed it needed some work! Now there are 2 braces to the lead pipe from the 1st and 3rd valves with the bell brace to the 2nd valve as well making it more stable yet it maintains that vibration in your hands that I fell in love with on the prototype!

I will be play testing a bunch and I mean bunch of tuning slide combinations. Different shapes and alloys and hopefully I can shed some true light to the differences these will make.

The fit and finish along with the valves adjustments Mr. Adaci made are top notch! The slides are wonderful and effortless. You can tell Romeo is passionate and holds a high standard about what leaves his shop, no doubt about it!

I want to thank Mr. Adaci for building this horn and I hope to someday meet you sir! Excellent job!

Felix, what can I say, a little over a year and a half since we met and things are cooking!

Love you Man!

People - Give this one a try before you buy anything!

Tony G

10-07-2006, 11:05 AM	#1 (permalink)
dcstep Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Denver Posts: 680	Stage 1 California Door Prize @ RMTF Check out the door prizes at the Rocky Mountain Trumpet Fest: http://www.spickler.net/door.htm Someone is going to be very happy. New York Trumpet Company is amazing. Dave __________________ Schilke '60 B1 Selmer Paris -- '57 #20 K-Modified/ '03 Concept TT w/ GR66.8B2.8 '94 Lawler TL cornet w/ Sparx 2B Conn Vintage One flugel - GR66FD www.pitpops.com www.ucm-inc.com Rocky Mountain Trumpet Fest

10-07-2006, 01:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
ALLCHOPS Piano User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Posts: 333	JeeZ! That should boost attendance!!!! __________________ *Curry 600 Series Mouthpieces* *Curry Authorized Dealer* *SD Systems-Endorsing Artist* *www.SDSYSTEMS.com* *http://www.myspace.com/tonygambaro*

10-07-2006, 04:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
dcstep Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Denver Posts: 680	Allchops, I see that you play a Stage 1 California light. Can you tell us about it? Maybe a link to a previous review if you've already done it. Dave __________________ Schilke '60 B1 Selmer Paris -- '57 #20 K-Modified/ '03 Concept TT w/ GR66.8B2.8 '94 Lawler TL cornet w/ Sparx 2B Conn Vintage One flugel - GR66FD www.pitpops.com www.ucm-inc.com Rocky Mountain Trumpet Fest

10-08-2006, 06:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
ALLCHOPS Piano User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Posts: 333	Here is my initial review: I still feel the same and it keeps getting better. I flat out love the horn and her ways! Stage 1 California Light - Built BY Romeo Adaci -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Well, I knew when I opened the box from Felix that the California Light made by Adaci would be something special.... It basically has the same mechanics as my California Standard with less bracing... From the first few notes it was evident that the sound was much clearer, more focused and tons and I mean tons of projection! I can't imagine a blind fold test with the new light agianst most anything. The intonation is spot on but we all have our personal notes that we have to physically adjust (at least I do). It's just flat out easier to make the necessary adjustments on this horn because it has been set free so to speak! The sound is a difficult one to describe. It's kinda like a cross between a Calicchio Classic 7 and the California Standard (tough to imagine if you haven't played either) This horn really want's to show off it's brilliance and color while maintaining fluidity! The lower register just speaks with a vigor and the upper register is out of this world... My hit any time money note is high A and this horn seems to want to live there. The sheer volume and projection upsatirs is remarkable yet when I tried backing off around high E the other night at the end of a tune I was able to hold it for a good 16 counts as steady as ever. I had some horn players out the other night who have heard me plenty of times, there they were standing in front of my bell (ball busters) - They noticed a difference immediately. I did try the first prototype of this horn back in December when it only had 1 brace from the lead pipe to the 2nd valve and one brace from the bell to the 2nd valve.. WE could see it's potential but we all agreed it needed some work! Now there are 2 braces to the lead pipe from the 1st and 3rd valves with the bell brace to the 2nd valve as well making it more stable yet it maintains that vibration in your hands that I fell in love with on the prototype! I will be play testing a bunch and I mean bunch of tuning slide combinations. Different shapes and alloys and hopefully I can shed some true light to the differences these will make. The fit and finish along with the valves adjustments Mr. Adaci made are top notch! The slides are wonderful and effortless. You can tell Romeo is passionate and holds a high standard about what leaves his shop, no doubt about it! I want to thank Mr. Adaci for building this horn and I hope to someday meet you sir! Excellent job! Felix, what can I say, a little over a year and a half since we met and things are cooking! Love you Man! People - Give this one a try before you buy anything! Tony G __________________ *Curry 600 Series Mouthpieces* *Curry Authorized Dealer* *SD Systems-Endorsing Artist* *www.SDSYSTEMS.com* *http://www.myspace.com/tonygambaro*

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