K.Buck

Has anyone played a ZeuS ZTR 1000 OLYMPUS trumpet? I stumbled upon them in a recent google search, and wanted some info that I can't get from the web site. How is the sound? How does it compare to other similarly priced trumpets? (e.x. bach strad, yamaha xeno) It is available in several different finishes, but I'm not exactly sure what would be best if I look into one. (I've never played a copper or gold trumpet.) Thanks!

Mr. Stomvi

Their resale value is zilch. There are some owners over on TH. Might ask them.

Seth Moore

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Solar Bell

Be CAREFUL!

-cw-

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Auggy62

PM Bear he is the guru on the whole Zeus line..hope this helps

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Bear

I am not a guru by anymeans. However, I do play on the Zeus. If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask. Everything I say is just my opinion though. We don't need to start any wars.

You asked about the sound. My Olympus is a brushed silver finish. I am of the mind that the finish plays a very small (read miniscule, if any at all) part in the sound. The sound that comes out of your bell ought to be an amalgmation of severl differenet factors, the most important being YOUR sound in YOUR head. That being said, the Olympus works wells for me. It is an easy horn for me to manipulate in the sense of bright/powerful for lead work or more mellow and cush for some wind band repetoire and other things.

You also asked how does it compare to other similarity priced horns... Well, I've never really found a Bach that I liked. I found lots of Yammies that I enjoyed playing but just weren't for me. A lot of folks who talk about these horns have never played them. They hear about certain people and things that have happened and form opinions on that without checking it out for themselves. I would say that the trying to compare the Olympus with a Bach or a Yammie is a no-go. Bachs and Yammies are close enough to each other but the Olympus is sort of a "different" model. Less bracing, bigger bore, etc. I would say if you want a classical horn that is comparable to those and you desire to check out the Zues line, look at the Garnerius. It is a Bach copy. Prices have gone up in recent times but when I bought mine they were cheaper and more affordable for a poor college kid. HA.

Lastly, yes sir, it is available in different finishes. Though to me, it is just a statement. I have the copper flugel, gold trim picc, brushed gold C, etc. They just "look" good. It's a way to remain your individuality in a section I guess. HAHA.

Ok folks, take care of yourselves, I need to head to work to earn some peanuts.

Tim

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K.Buck

Where can I try Zeus models? (The web site doesn’t say much) Is there a dealer on the east coast? (Virginia or NOVA?) For those of you who don’t know, NOVA is Northern Virginia, around D.C. I would like to personally compare a Zeus model with a Bach or Yamaha.

Solar Bell

You pays your money, you plays the horn.

Or maybe find a satisfied ZeuS owner and play his.

He might even sell it to you!

-cw-

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The Willard of Oz

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Bear

Well, I'm not in touch with the dealers so I can't help you there. If you check out the Zeus homepage you can find links for dealers. If you are ever in the CO (greeley/Denver area) I'll let you blow on mine. Take care.

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Reverend

I may as well chime in here!

I am a former ZeuS dealer, and the person through whom Bear purchased his ZeuS instruments. Bear was able to personally experience the Olympus at a convention in which I had a booth to demo these instruments. The Olympus, like the rest of the top line ZeuS trumpets, are fine products made by Kanstul (its no longer a secret).

I believe that Bear gives an accurate description of the way that the Olympus plays. Really tough to compate the Olympus to a Bach or Yamaha due to bore size, etc. I used to own a Callet Jazz and preferred the Olympus. I think that Bear owned a Wild Thing and preferred the Olympus. As all have pointed out, it really falls on "you" whether this instrument is a good fit or not. To some, like Bear and myself, we found the Olympus to be a great trumpet! Other have leaned to something different.

Sadly, Zachary Music does not have a trial or demo program - at least they didn't. I know that my friend Jay Meachum (North Carolina) played an Olympus, but was talking with MVC about playing his trumpets.

Anyway, I am parting with my gold ZeuS Olympus, as I have become a Stage 1 and Fides dealer, and need to invest in their product! Let me know if you're interested!

Blessings,

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Cinco Ranch Conservatory of Music
www.cincoranchmusic.com
Golden Trumpet Ministries
Authorized Stage 1 and Fides Dealer, Texas and Southern US

Thevor

I own a Garnerius and have never played a Olypuss but seriously you should consider the reputation that proceeds these horns. Rather than looking at the Zues line, look at what Kanstul has available, at least you won't be purchasing a horn that carries the baggage brought on by the Zues line owner, alex.

After being involved in the Zues wars and being one of the huge supporters of Alex at the time, I must say, playing the Garnerius now just leaves a bad tastes in my mouth... patooie!

Fine horns for the money. No resell value. Lamp post potential is very high.

Find a horn that fits your style, sound and pocket book. In general you won't find a lot of people speaking in glowing terms on either TM or TH about the Zues line.

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