Lotus Trumpets Lead-Solo
Bb trumpet · custom · current
A lighter, brighter version of the popular Solo model, whose moderate bell taper greatly enhances stability and note targets, especially in the upper register.
| Type | trumpet |
|---|---|
| Key | Bb |
| Valve type | Piston |
| Valves | 3 |
| Bell diameter | 5.5″ |
| Bell material | yellow brass |
| Leadpipe | medium-weight, machined yellow brass, 0.9 mm (.035) wall; medium-weight nickel silver receiver |
| Finish | raw/brushed, silver plate, or brushed with clear lacquer |
| Level | custom |
| Era | current |
Features: Bell 140 mm, medium-large taper; leadpipe machined from solid rod for stability and projection; light top caps, tall lightweight bottom caps; ships with two tuning slides - brass with nickel silver legs (brighter, locks you into the notes) or bronze with brass legs (richer, warmer). Maker writes the name 'Lead/Solo'. Bells made by Bernd Sandner in Germany; customised MAW valve blocks produced by Meinlschmidt in Germany; final assembly location not published
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