Smith-Watkins Cornet Bb-Artiste
Bb medium-large-bore cornet · professional · current
The Soloist body with the player's chosen leadpipe permanently fitted rather than interchangeable.
| Type | cornet |
|---|---|
| Key | Bb |
| Bore class | medium-large |
| Bore size | .460, .464 or .470″ |
| Valve type | Piston |
| Valves | 3 |
| Valve material | monel |
| Leadpipe | chosen leadpipe permanently fixed (choice of 9 at order) |
| Slide mechanism | 1st and 3rd slide triggers |
| Level | professional |
| Era | current |
| Country | England |
Features: Maker states the Artiste is identical to the Soloist except that the chosen leadpipe is permanently fixed. Choice of 3 bore sizes and 9 leadpipes at order; monel pistons; brass valve guides; phosphor bronze valve springs; brass inner and outer slides; water keys with synthetic seals; 'lightest valves available', 15% lighter again with the optional titanium piston tops; supplied with a Fully-Flight case
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