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Thx for viewing + your comment. Much appreciated!

THX for viewing and commenting. Much appreciated!

I didn’t play it as much as the other 2, but it is at 3:24, 4:06, and 5:00.

Thx for viewing and your reply. It is a scratched gold finish. Schagerl LU5A is Gileno Santana’s model. They stopped making them last year, as it was quite costly. Mine is a large .465 bore. They also offered it in ML bore. Bell is detachable. Bell is also thicker like a rotary bell. It is my go-to for most playing sessions. The more I play it, the more I like it.

Search youtube for gileno santana schagerl LU5A for his introduction video with this trumpet.

@@blainekelley816 thank you !!! your sound amazing

Thanks for watching and commenting. It is a beautiful trumpet.

Hi Thomas. I just have the song in my head … No music used. David Meece is the author. Musicnotes . Com has a basic version I found on a google search just now…

​@@blainekelley816thanks for the reply. I play by ear too. I've played this song recently by memory from playing it in highschool in 1985. A lot of times I like to have the music to double check what I'm playing. It's not always necessary. All of the music I've found online is for piano. Trumpet music is in B flat key, so I would have to transpose it or it would be slightly off. I wish I still had my music from highschool. I admire your playing whether with music or not. I have a niece and nephew that have been in the highschool band every year of highschool. They have a jazz concert every year. I went to the concert the last two years. This year they played Chuck Mangione's "Fell So Good". That was one of my favorite songs as a teenager. I was actually inspired to get my trumpet out and start playing it again after 36 years. I've played it a few times over the years, but not much. I've been playing Feels So Good by ear. Even though I've played it a few times in the last 36 years, I actually just polished it for the first time since highschool.

Megan Racing is the brand. You’ll want to do a Google search to find who is currently selling it.

This one is silver plated. I use silver cleaner when needed. They also make a lacquered finish in this model.

THX, Joan. I really thought it would be more like a toy, but it is far better than any plastic trumpet I've played and is a great solution for travel or unique situations when I can't take a standard trumpet along. My 5-year old granddaughter likes to play it too = it is much easier to hold than a standard trumpet.

She did endure 15 minutes or so in the monsoon … but at a long traffic light she scrambled back to the car. 😅

Slow! 35-ish … it is a 150 cc motor

Thanks for viewing and commenting. Do you have a pocket trumpet?

Good you liked the hymns = my favs! 🙌🏼

Thx, Jon! You made it special by being there ‘live’ and letting me use your Puje!!

I get it. And, the 14B4 is a great choice that I think world be a solid ‘fit’ for many players. I understand why sooner just use 1 mp and never change, while I’m okay with playing on and trying different ones. My teeth movement is the reason I have changed more than any other reason… and the Spiri I am playing now is similar to a 3B it 14c4 … but I like the rim and bite better than the Bach or Yamaha rims… but, that may change 😉

@@blainekelley816 You do sound good on that Spiri.

Thanks for listening and your reply! I appreciate the feedback!

Thanks for viewing and writing. the 727 and 707 Sonic are very similar visual designs by Lablanc. Both were made with the Bobby H bent bell and the 707 was also available with a straight bell from what I have found in researching. The support arm from the valve cluster to the tilted bell versions are in a slightly different location on the 707 (from the 2nd valve, while it is coming from the 3rd valve on the 727). The 727 is a large bore .468 while I've been told the 707 Sonic was a .453 Medium bore. They also made a 700 that is a more typical .459 medium-large bore. That should be available in the straight bell that you desire, but would have a tighter blow. If your horn is a 727 model and you want a straight bell, then my best suggestion is to look for a Leblanc 707A 'Al Hirt' model. That is also a .468 large bore and would be the closest in playing characteristics.

I hope it proves to be a good one for you. 'Sick' can be good or bad ... so I hope yours is the positive, jaw-dropping sick! The carb on mine was problematic at times and I had a tough time finding a skilled tech that knew the art of carb tuning. Beyond that, I really enjoyed this 1983.5 DSC and enjoyed my 1985 turbo version even more. It was my first car, so it holds a special place in my heart.

@@blainekelley816 it’s awesome lol, but yeah the carb needs to be tuned but I can do that myself, it’s a 2.2 so I’m thinking I’m going to tune it a little high so it resists stalling

amazing to me the man-power used in the past and what was accomplished. I hope to check it out in-person!

Thx Malcolm! Appreciate the view and comment. Spiri makes the DaCarbo … so they should ‘go together’ well. 🙌🏼

Hi Joel, thanks for viewing and your comment. Mouthpiece Express offers services to bend most models, and that is where I purchased it. Only issue is centering/sealing it against your lips … if not lined up straight.

@@blainekelley816 thank you for your feedback, and good music to you

Hi Johnny, thanks for viewing and even more for commenting with such a cool, personal story! I remember playing the 6x and 7x, loving both … and still not sure why I didn’t decide to buy one back in the day. They are (not were) great trumpets! I played the 6xCG too, and was also worried about damaging it. As for the Selmer CG, it was a great player. I ultimately sold it … But sometimes wish I still had it.

Hi Roik, thanks for viewing and commenting. Yes, the finish is just stunning!!

Thx for viewing and commenting. Mouthpiece is AR Resonance.

The Yam 631/731 is a decent flugel … not so sure about others. I liked this CB, but the sound wasn’t as sweet as other flugels, which I blame on the mouthpiece before I started using the deeper Curry models. The shallow mp made it easier to transition back and forth from trumpet, but a deeper mp gave me more of the richer tone I desired. For the money, This was a great horn, especially considering fit, finish and intonation. I ultimately upgraded to an Adams F1, which is awesome … But also more than 2x the price. This flugel really is amazing for the price.

@@blainekelley816 I'm currently playing on the Yam 231. I have tried the 631 in the store, I liked it alot it I'm currently saving for a new trumpet. I like the deeper mouthpiece for the flugelhorn as well, I'm currently playing on a Yamaha 13F4. Is there a mouthpiece you recommend?

I learned customs had to check it, so that was another reason. I always wrapped the horn in the case + bubble wrapped + packing peanuts around it in a bigger box. Interesting …. Thanks for watching and commenting.

THX. It would be cool if set up more like the FOX-body Ford's of that era. It would have been cool with RWD and a V8. But once they added the turbo in 1985 it was a lot of fun to drive.

Thx for watching and comments. Gap, throat and backbore are indeed elements that ‘fit’ or don’t from mp to horn. That is why we all go on Safaris! 😉 (which is a lot of fun!)

THX for watching and your comment. That video was just iPhone mic, so the overall sound isn't the best. I need to get a better mic/video set-up!

Thanks for commenting. I kept flipping between the small A10 and A3 bells as my favorite on the changeable bell trumpet, probably because they were the most different from my A4 LT-S with the big 5.5" bell. Did you like the A10 big or small bell better? What trumpet do you prefer to use and what about it do you like the most?

Perhaps it is time for a Cincy Trumpet Hang?! We’ve had a few in the past decade … I think we’re due!

Thanks, Giulio. Looking forward to playing and recording it on more than an iPad mic!

Thank you, Jon. Looking forward to getting to see you soon and you can try this sweet axe.

Thx, Giulio. I agree that the small A10 bells has a great pure trumpet sound. I’m not sure I’ll pick that or the A3 bell over the other … they are both winners to me!

Thx for viewing and your comment! Both are ML bore and the A4 LT-S is my absolute fav horn (it is so flexible to play and I have more confidence with it). It has a more open blow (and more than most ML horns) while the Unica is a bit tighter (more back-pressure… if that makes sense). While playing, the Unica sounds brighter, while this video surprised me in the core and warmth of the Unica. The A4 and A4 LT-S have a much wider wrap and are more comfortable for those with big or long hands to hold, while the Unica is more traditional/typical in wrap and how it feels in your hands. The Adams valves are great and have never let me down (never sticking in a gig), while the Da Carbo valves are the absolute fastest I have ever played. I am highly impressed with both. The A4 changeable bell is brand new to me. I’ve had an A4 before, so I already knew the weight would be much greater than the other 2. It is not a problem or issue to me. The bells are easy to change and I think the horn plays very well. Personally, I like the 2 smaller bells compared to how the A10 5.5” feels so far. I don’t think I could play the A4 LT-S in the section of a big band because it wouldn’t blend. The DaCarbo or the A4 with the A3 5” bell seems to be a better option for that. I also really like the way the DaCarbo sounds with a tenor sax in a jazz quintet. They are all great horns … it is a great joy to have them all! Which sounds the best to you and why?

I’m biased, as I’m an A4-LT player as well. Such a great horn, with a wide potential of sounds And it’s good to hear your thoughts about the A4 with other bells, and the Da Carbo. Indeed, all great options!