Because of its two windings and more conical bore, this instrument has more resistance and flexibility. Best suited for coloratura work, slurring, triple tonguing, and other technical performances. The tone is smooth and not as heroic or martial as that of the Bb trumpet. Available in three bore sizes (M, ML, L). The large bore model, having a more mellow and richer tone, is frequently used for melody playing.
Would you recommend the horn? Yes |
Price you paid?: $600.00
| Rating: 10
Pros:
As stated in the manufacturers ad!
Cons:
1st valves a little high but very easily tweaked.
I love this cornet. I bought the "37" version from the late '70's restored and replated by it's original owner. It plays great has a great tone and is my reference cornet. I'm a trumpet player who uses cornet when the literature calls for it so if you're a brass band "purist" you might want to pop for the 184. But it's perfect for me!
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Review Date: 1/23/2006
Would you recommend the horn? Yes |
Price you paid?: $700.00
| Rating: 9
Pros:
Sound, control for technical work
Cons:
I bought an early Elkhart vintage 180-37 cornet and the sound is superb -- rich with dark overtones. It isn't like the newer american or sheppards crook styles I've played, but somewhere in between. The newer horns tend to be more trumpet like, where the sheppard's crook is clearly darker but does not project as well.
Check around on some of the message boards for more info, but if you want a wonderful sounding cornet for appropriate pieces I don't think you can do better. This horn tends to have a surprising amount of resistance compared to many modern trumpets, but the adjustment is quick and you'd find the horn is easy to play and offers more control. The valves are smooth, but not as nice as Getzen or Schilke. If you want a rich, deeper tone (not like a trumpet statement, but a cornet melodic sound) then give this one a try for certain.
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