Brass and Accessories
Bell Tones
The Model 1602B-P trombone from Kanstul is based on an instrument played by jazz legend Tommy Dorsey, but its playing characteristics and smooth response are fit for players of all levels and in all styles. It features a .500-inch bore lightweight hand slide, 7.5-inch one-piece lightweight brass bell, and three interchangeable leadpipes—a mix of classic heritage and modern design.
MSRP: $2,850
Brilliant & Rich
Getzen has designed the 3050 trumpet for the serious amateur musician. It features a standard #125 mouthpipe and a #137 one-piece, hand-hammered yellow brass bell to produce a full, brilliant tone with excellent intonation from low to high. The standard .459-inch bore and square tuning slide provide moderate resistance, allowing a player to “lean” against the horn. If a slightly darker tone or freer feel is desired, the addition of the optional gold brass bell and/or reverse leadpipe will achieve the feel and sound the player needs.
For more information, visit http://www.getzen.com/
HoJo Happening
Meinl-Weston’s new addition to its 2011 series of B/Bb tubas is dubbed the Heritage Howard Johnson Gravity. It was developed with the help of jazz great Howard Johnson and is based on his 1960s vintage Belgian Mahillon tuba. The “HoJo” is a 4/4 size tuba with four valves and a bell diameter of 17.3 inches. It is a variation of Model 2011TA, with a relatively small bore of .699 inches to give a true turbo effect. An ideal tuba for jazz, as well as for bass trombone players to double on. MSRP: $5,670
For more information, visit www.meinl-weston.com
Catch the Buzz
A remarkable practice tool for brass students, the Buzz Extension and Resistance Piece, a.k.a the Ultimate BERP, 
clamps over the receiver to allow brass players to practice quietly, improve embouchure, and build endurance all while holding the instrument in the correct position.
For more information, visit www.berp.com
Flip Out
Lightweight and durable, the DEG/Cross Universal Flip Folio is made to fit a series of innovative marching lyres and is designed to make a marching band 
musician’s life easier. Lyres are available for flutists, drummers, trumpeters, and trombonists. Molded from strong ABS plastic, the lyres have spring-loaded wind clips to hold the clear plastic windows of the handy flip folios in place.
For more information, visit www.degaccessories.com
