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Custom Horns - What do you think 10 Replies

Started by Paul Merkl. Last reply by Ryan Ruotsalainen Jul 22, 2009.

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Started by ROMAN. Last reply by ROMAN Mar 31, 2009.

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Comment by Dennis Clouse on August 14, 2008 at 12:37pm
An old friend of mine has a Monette that I got the opportunity to play a few seconds, when I saw him, a month ago. That horn is unbelievable! If only I were born rich instead of just good looking!
Comment by Leo van Mook on August 14, 2008 at 1:23pm
well, as I said before. After owning a Schilke, Calicchio, Zeus Olympus and what not, I am the proud owner of the only Besson 600 LPR Modified Lead Horn in the world, courtesy of Mr. Harrelson.

Comment by Thomas Weeston on August 15, 2008 at 11:45pm
the search for the perfect trumpet...ahhh! How long must I struggle? The perfect balance between who I am and who I must be to remain a part of something greater--this is the perfect horn.
Comment by Francisco Perez on August 16, 2008 at 2:53am
The main question is:
What makes a horn really special ???
Weight, sound, projection, intonation... ???
And what happens when you're playing with "humans".
My feel with Monette was very interesting. Easy sound, flexible, well in tune... BUT CONDUCTORS LOOKS LIKE TRAFFIC POLICE !!!
By the other side, I must say that Monette is the only trumpet evolution in one century.
I agree with his new concept of trumpet (that's why I developed a new serie of trumpets in his way -not copies, of course, most of phisics-).
Best regards.
Comment by Paul Merkl on October 1, 2008 at 2:59pm
I have had several horns - all but one were Kings. My oldest is a 1932 King Liberty - waiting for repair ( needs 3rd slide). My main horn is a 1963 King, Raw Brass with heavy weight bottom caps and its been modified by Harrelson. It has the ergonomic finger rings, reverse lead pipe and custom spit valve. It is a heay weight now. Its so cool - the old and the new. When you really push air through it the whole trumpet vibrates. Its a medium bore. Would like to know if any others still use the old King horns.
Comment by John Dover on October 6, 2008 at 2:05pm
Trumpets carry personality just like their owners. I say play what makes you feel like you and don't let anyone tell you any different. At the end of the day it is just you and your horn after all.
Comment by Teddy kyle on October 12, 2008 at 10:34pm

Comment by Teddy kyle on October 12, 2008 at 10:40pm
This is my STAGE 1 XHB.

Designed by FELIX VAYSER and JASON HARRELSON.

The only XHB with sterling silver lead pipe in the WORLD!
Comment by Greg Zent on October 28, 2008 at 5:24pm
Hey guys:

I picked up my Harrelson Bravura model on October 10 and am very pleased with it so far. Jason has no desire to build the same horn as everyone else, in fact, he has no desire to build the same models for more than a year or two.

I think that's why his horns just keep getting better.

If anyone is in the market for a no excuses first class custom horn they should consider Harrelson's horns.

I know he's been backed up on his orders, but I think now that he has 2 apprentices trained and working full time and he will soon be caught up.

I'm glad I waited for the Bravura,

Greg

PS - After I get the plating done I'll get some pictures up.
Comment by Russell Hodge on December 7, 2008 at 6:30pm
Love the look of custom horns, but would love to get this question answered: Why the weighted bottom caps? Go ahead and throw the physics at me, I understand most of it. Also, the heavier horns are supposed to sound better, but again, why?
Great to see this discussion and it's always a treat to see what others are playing.
RH

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