WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin

The Trumpet Shop · 10-18-2008, 05:14 AM

WTS - Horns from the personal collection of NY Jazz/Classical/Recording artist Gregory Rivkin:

Courtois Evolution II satin lacquer --> $1795
Conn Constellation 38B, 1956 --> $1295
Conn Constellation 36B, 1972 --> $1195
Leblanc Arturo Sandoval --> $995

All are in excellent condition and are great players. He uses them all on gigs. As a Courtois artist, he's getting new horns so these are now available.

Check them out at The Trumpet Shop - What's New Thanks!

Original_Username · 10-20-2008, 05:16 AM

Can you describe how the Courtois Evolution II plays? With that bell over bell design and the heavy looking bracing it looks like it might play kinda dark.

The Trumpet Shop · 10-20-2008, 02:36 PM

Gregory's coming over today to play some horns. I'll ask him to describe it for you when he gets here. Thanks.

The Trumpet Shop · 10-20-2008, 02:42 PM

I also have a silver Evo II in stock. Is has a beautiful tone, full overtone series, great trumpet sound, just more power...certainly not dark. Gregory's is in satin lacquer.

The Trumpet Shop · 10-22-2008, 01:32 AM

Ok I got the Evo II back from Gregory. It has a big sound with a full overtone series. It's not too dark at all, nothing close to a Monette.

A lot of people think heavy means dark because of Monette, but heavy usually means more sound output. More sound energy is projected through the horn and out the bell, rather than dissipating through thinner tubing and less bracing. Harrelson and Taylor apply the same principles, yet their horns sound nothing like Monettes. But this is for another thread...

This Evo II has a beautiful trumpet sound and is versatile enough for Classical or Jazz, which is why Gregory plays it. He does both. The valve action is smooth and fast. The sound has a lot of depth to it. I think it's a fantastic horn. In fact, i'm so impressed with the used Courtois I've played that I'm going to start carrying Courtois horns as soon as I can fill out their paperwork. There may be some begging involved as well...

It's a heavier horn than a standard Bach for sure, but it gives you a fuller sound with less effort and has better valves. And if you want even more sound output, get a weighted mouthpiece sleeve. Courtois used to have them. I don't know about now. They neighbors heard me when I played the silver Evo II with the mouthpiece booster...never played a bigger low G before in my life.

Sound, versatility, excellent response...this horn is a no-brainer. If you are a serious buyer, email me and I'll take care of you. Thanks!

The Trumpet Shop · 11-04-2008, 02:50 AM

WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin *REDUCED PRICES!* MENTION TM WHEN ORDERING

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WTS - Horns from the personal collection of NY Jazz/Classical/Recording artist Gregory Rivkin:

Courtois Evolution II satin lacquer --> $1595
Conn Constellation 38B, 1956 --> $1095 SALE PENDING
Conn Constellation 36B, 1972 --> $1095 SOLD 12/06/08
Leblanc Arturo Sandoval --> $895

All are in excellent condition and are great players. He uses them all on gigs. As a Courtois artist, he's getting new horns so these are now available.

Check them out at The Trumpet Shop - What's New Thanks!
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vrrodri · 11-29-2008, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Trumpet Shop

Ok I got the Evo II back from Gregory. It has a big sound with a full overtone series. It's not too dark at all, nothing close to a Monette.

A lot of people think heavy means dark because of Monette, but heavy usually means more sound output. More sound energy is projected through the horn and out the bell, rather than dissipating through thinner tubing and less bracing. Harrelson and Taylor apply the same principles, yet their horns sound nothing like Monettes. But this is for another thread...

This Evo II has a beautiful trumpet sound and is versatile enough for Classical or Jazz, which is why Gregory plays it. He does both. The valve action is smooth and fast. The sound has a lot of depth to it. I think it's a fantastic horn. In fact, i'm so impressed with the used Courtois I've played that I'm going to start carrying Courtois horns as soon as I can fill out their paperwork. There may be some begging involved as well...

It's a heavier horn than a standard Bach for sure, but it gives you a fuller sound with less effort and has better valves. And if you want even more sound output, get a weighted mouthpiece sleeve. Courtois used to have them. I don't know about now. They neighbors heard me when I played the silver Evo II with the mouthpiece booster...never played a bigger low G before in my life.

Sound, versatility, excellent response...this horn is a no-brainer. If you are a serious buyer, email me and I'll take care of you. Thanks!

How does the EVO compare to a Bach 37 or 43?

The Trumpet Shop · 11-29-2008, 02:04 PM

The Evo II has a freer upper register than Bachs. It's heavier and has more projection and depth of sound. The valves are really nice. The newer Bachs seems to have a little "tinny" sound to them compared to the older ones. The Evo II has none of that, just a big sound. Greg plays sweet Jazz and Classical on it with a big mouthpiece. I put in a lead piece and it screams.

I think it's a great all-around horn. I personally would play Courtois over Bach any day of the week, and I played my Bach 37 for over 25 years. Courtois has less variation from horn to horn, and better overall quality. Of course, I don't have to play in an orchestra where everyone else is playing a Bach. (In fact, I'm playing a silver Evo II on my gig tonight.)

So basically you get a bigger sound, more depth, more projection, and a significantly freer upper register with the Evo II compared with Bachs in general. (Greg used to play a Bach 72. He switched to this Evo II. That should tell you something.)

vrrodri · 11-29-2008, 02:15 PM

Sounds like a great horn. With my budget right now, I will prob look at something like a Yahama horn, 8310 or 8335 depending.

The Trumpet Shop · 12-07-2008, 01:51 AM

I relisted the 8310Z played by Mike Bogart of Tower of Power on eBay. Thanks!

10-18-2008, 05:14 AM	#1
The Trumpet Shop New Friend Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 40	WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin WTS - Horns from the personal collection of NY Jazz/Classical/Recording artist Gregory Rivkin: Courtois Evolution II satin lacquer --> $1795 Conn Constellation 38B, 1956 --> $1295 Conn Constellation 36B, 1972 --> $1195 Leblanc Arturo Sandoval --> $995 All are in excellent condition and are great players. He uses them all on gigs. As a Courtois artist, he's getting new horns so these are now available. Check them out at The Trumpet Shop - What's New Thanks! __________________ Charley @ The Trumpet Shop www.TheTrumpetShop.com Ok now I need a funny quote to fit in here... How about: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Take a cab." Ok maybe not too funny, but it's original. I'll work on it. Couesnon Flugel Hub Van Laar Oiram Flugel & Trumpet (brushed gold) Marcinkiewicz Mic Gillette Rembrandt (silver/gold) Monette Ajna II (brushed gold) Taylor X-Lite (raw brass) 100+ others I wish I could keep.

10-20-2008, 05:16 AM	#2
Original_Username Pianissimo User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Beijing, China Posts: 87	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin Can you describe how the Courtois Evolution II plays? With that bell over bell design and the heavy looking bracing it looks like it might play kinda dark. __________________ Bach TR300 Bb Trumpet Bach 1.5 C Mouthpiece

10-20-2008, 02:36 PM	#3
The Trumpet Shop New Friend Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 40	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin Gregory's coming over today to play some horns. I'll ask him to describe it for you when he gets here. Thanks. __________________ Charley @ The Trumpet Shop www.TheTrumpetShop.com Ok now I need a funny quote to fit in here... How about: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Take a cab." Ok maybe not too funny, but it's original. I'll work on it. Couesnon Flugel Hub Van Laar Oiram Flugel & Trumpet (brushed gold) Marcinkiewicz Mic Gillette Rembrandt (silver/gold) Monette Ajna II (brushed gold) Taylor X-Lite (raw brass) 100+ others I wish I could keep.

10-20-2008, 02:42 PM	#4
The Trumpet Shop New Friend Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 40	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin I also have a silver Evo II in stock. Is has a beautiful tone, full overtone series, great trumpet sound, just more power...certainly not dark. Gregory's is in satin lacquer. __________________ Charley @ The Trumpet Shop www.TheTrumpetShop.com Ok now I need a funny quote to fit in here... How about: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Take a cab." Ok maybe not too funny, but it's original. I'll work on it. Couesnon Flugel Hub Van Laar Oiram Flugel & Trumpet (brushed gold) Marcinkiewicz Mic Gillette Rembrandt (silver/gold) Monette Ajna II (brushed gold) Taylor X-Lite (raw brass) 100+ others I wish I could keep.

10-22-2008, 01:32 AM	#5
The Trumpet Shop New Friend Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 40	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin Ok I got the Evo II back from Gregory. It has a big sound with a full overtone series. It's not too dark at all, nothing close to a Monette. A lot of people think heavy means dark because of Monette, but heavy usually means more sound output. More sound energy is projected through the horn and out the bell, rather than dissipating through thinner tubing and less bracing. Harrelson and Taylor apply the same principles, yet their horns sound nothing like Monettes. But this is for another thread... This Evo II has a beautiful trumpet sound and is versatile enough for Classical or Jazz, which is why Gregory plays it. He does both. The valve action is smooth and fast. The sound has a lot of depth to it. I think it's a fantastic horn. In fact, i'm so impressed with the used Courtois I've played that I'm going to start carrying Courtois horns as soon as I can fill out their paperwork. There may be some begging involved as well... It's a heavier horn than a standard Bach for sure, but it gives you a fuller sound with less effort and has better valves. And if you want even more sound output, get a weighted mouthpiece sleeve. Courtois used to have them. I don't know about now. They neighbors heard me when I played the silver Evo II with the mouthpiece booster...never played a bigger low G before in my life. Sound, versatility, excellent response...this horn is a no-brainer. If you are a serious buyer, email me and I'll take care of you. Thanks! __________________ Charley @ The Trumpet Shop www.TheTrumpetShop.com Ok now I need a funny quote to fit in here... How about: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Take a cab." Ok maybe not too funny, but it's original. I'll work on it. Couesnon Flugel Hub Van Laar Oiram Flugel & Trumpet (brushed gold) Marcinkiewicz Mic Gillette Rembrandt (silver/gold) Monette Ajna II (brushed gold) Taylor X-Lite (raw brass) 100+ others I wish I could keep.

11-04-2008, 02:50 AM	#6
The Trumpet Shop New Friend Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 40	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin *REDUCED PRICES!* MENTION TM WHEN ORDERING -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WTS - Horns from the personal collection of NY Jazz/Classical/Recording artist Gregory Rivkin: Courtois Evolution II satin lacquer --> $1595 Conn Constellation 38B, 1956 --> $1095 SALE PENDING Conn Constellation 36B, 1972 --> $1095 SOLD 12/06/08 Leblanc Arturo Sandoval --> $895 All are in excellent condition and are great players. He uses them all on gigs. As a Courtois artist, he's getting new horns so these are now available. Check them out at The Trumpet Shop - What's New Thanks! __________________ __________________ Charley @ The Trumpet Shop www.TheTrumpetShop.com Ok now I need a funny quote to fit in here... How about: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Take a cab." Ok maybe not too funny, but it's original. I'll work on it. Couesnon Flugel Hub Van Laar Oiram Flugel & Trumpet (brushed gold) Marcinkiewicz Mic Gillette Rembrandt (silver/gold) Monette Ajna II (brushed gold) Taylor X-Lite (raw brass) 100+ others I wish I could keep. Last edited by The Trumpet Shop; 12-07-2008 at 01:49 AM. Reason: sale status update

11-29-2008, 02:04 PM	#8
The Trumpet Shop New Friend Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 40	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin The Evo II has a freer upper register than Bachs. It's heavier and has more projection and depth of sound. The valves are really nice. The newer Bachs seems to have a little "tinny" sound to them compared to the older ones. The Evo II has none of that, just a big sound. Greg plays sweet Jazz and Classical on it with a big mouthpiece. I put in a lead piece and it screams. I think it's a great all-around horn. I personally would play Courtois over Bach any day of the week, and I played my Bach 37 for over 25 years. Courtois has less variation from horn to horn, and better overall quality. Of course, I don't have to play in an orchestra where everyone else is playing a Bach. (In fact, I'm playing a silver Evo II on my gig tonight.) So basically you get a bigger sound, more depth, more projection, and a significantly freer upper register with the Evo II compared with Bachs in general. (Greg used to play a Bach 72. He switched to this Evo II. That should tell you something.) __________________ Charley @ The Trumpet Shop www.TheTrumpetShop.com Ok now I need a funny quote to fit in here... How about: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Take a cab." Ok maybe not too funny, but it's original. I'll work on it. Couesnon Flugel Hub Van Laar Oiram Flugel & Trumpet (brushed gold) Marcinkiewicz Mic Gillette Rembrandt (silver/gold) Monette Ajna II (brushed gold) Taylor X-Lite (raw brass) 100+ others I wish I could keep. Last edited by The Trumpet Shop; 11-29-2008 at 02:08 PM.

11-29-2008, 02:15 PM	#9
vrrodri New Friend Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 31	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin Sounds like a great horn. With my budget right now, I will prob look at something like a Yahama horn, 8310 or 8335 depending.

12-07-2008, 01:51 AM	#10
The Trumpet Shop New Friend Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 40	Re: WTS - 4 Trumpets from NY artist Greg Rivkin I relisted the 8310Z played by Mike Bogart of Tower of Power on eBay. Thanks! __________________ Charley @ The Trumpet Shop www.TheTrumpetShop.com Ok now I need a funny quote to fit in here... How about: "How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Take a cab." Ok maybe not too funny, but it's original. I'll work on it. Couesnon Flugel Hub Van Laar Oiram Flugel & Trumpet (brushed gold) Marcinkiewicz Mic Gillette Rembrandt (silver/gold) Monette Ajna II (brushed gold) Taylor X-Lite (raw brass) 100+ others I wish I could keep.

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