whats the best pocket trumpet?

j4k8 · 10-11-2007, 01:05 AM

i was thinking of getting a pocket trumpet and wondering what brand is the best/not too expensive and if they sound different from normal trumpets

Ray Vega · 10-11-2007, 08:34 AM

I play a Pocket Max by Colin Music.
Here's their link: The Pocket Max

patdublc · 10-11-2007, 09:58 AM

Ray's put you on a good track. I played the Pocket Max at this years ITG conference at UMASS. It is very nice and reasonably priced.

I have a Jupiter that I bought real cheap a few years ago. It's a good bargain and plays pretty well, but the intonation is kind of hard to manage.

There are also a few others out there - I think there is still a Benge available and Kanstul also has one. If I recall, they're both more than 2X the Pocket Max.

Dr. Zink · 10-11-2007, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by patdublc

Ray's put you on a good track. ...

Yes but those sound files -YIKES!!!!

Dr. Z

talcito · 10-11-2007, 12:26 PM

Benge used to make a fantastic pocket Trumpet back in the 80's.

rowuk · 10-11-2007, 05:18 PM

I have a 200 Euro pocket trumpet made in China. It was the best out of the 10 that I played and has decent intonation. The bell is smaller than a "real" trumpets so the sound is not quite as nice.
Its function is to keep me playing when I am on the road and it is good enough for that.

Ray Vega · 10-11-2007, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Zink

Yes but those sound files -YIKES!!!!

Dr. Z

I agree with you.......
nevertheless the horn is still a great deal.

WhatIsHip? · 10-11-2007, 09:57 PM

J4, I had to laugh at your icon, I wore that shirt today.

j4k8 · 10-11-2007, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by WhatIsHip?

J4, I had to laugh at your icon, I wore that shirt today.

its an awesome shirt, hope i can get mine soon

MrClean · 10-12-2007, 12:26 AM

What a timely post! I am actually evaluating two pocket trumpets right now. One is called "Marcato" and the other is called "Carol" and is sold through Brasswind. According to one retailer I spoke with, they are the same horn, or at least made in the same factory. I can tell you that, while quite similar, they are "wrapped" differently, and the price difference is substantial. The "Carol" is being offered to me for around $425, and the "Marcato" is probably closer to $750. Both play surprisingly well, though at this point I am giving the slight nod to "Marcato". I'm not sure it is worth the extra $300, though, especially for my needs (it is going on tour with me in my suitcase, while my "real" horns travel in the instrument trunks. That way, I can practice in the hotel rooms and have a carry-on that isn't my trumpet).

Seriously, both Chris Still and I were very surprised at the openness and playability of these horns.

J

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MrClean Pianissimo User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: SoCal Posts: 242	Re: whats the best pocket trumpet? What a timely post! I am actually evaluating two pocket trumpets right now. One is called "Marcato" and the other is called "Carol" and is sold through Brasswind. According to one retailer I spoke with, they are the same horn, or at least made in the same factory. I can tell you that, while quite similar, they are "wrapped" differently, and the price difference is substantial. The "Carol" is being offered to me for around $425, and the "Marcato" is probably closer to $750. Both play surprisingly well, though at this point I am giving the slight nod to "Marcato". I'm not sure it is worth the extra $300, though, especially for my needs (it is going on tour with me in my suitcase, while my "real" horns travel in the instrument trunks. That way, I can practice in the hotel rooms and have a carry-on that isn't my trumpet). Seriously, both Chris Still and I were very surprised at the openness and playability of these horns. J

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