Would this trumpet work well in an orchestra though? Would it be able to blend well with other trumpets and perform the proper roles of the trumpet in an orchestra? Most videos I see of it, people only have been playing jazz tunes
Great question! The tone/timbre of this trumpet might not fit most modern orchestral sound profiles. Because of this the X13 tends to fall into other genres of music. Laura Bibbs, trumpet player currently on tour with Harry Styles, uses an X13 and Kellin Hanas, a freelancer and up-coming trumpet player in NY also uses one. Trombone Shorty also uses an X13 when he's not on trombone. At the moment, your assumption is correct, but who knows what the future holds! Thanks for watching!
Hey Tim, Agreed- the horn has a nice big core to the sound. The valve block and pistons are similar to what you'd find on Getzen instruments and, despite the appearance, its actually a lightweight horn. Such a fun horn to play! Thanks for listening.
This is one of the best trumpets ever made. I'm still loving mine so much. Thanks Steve.☺️
Would this trumpet work well in an orchestra though? Would it be able to blend well with other trumpets and perform the proper roles of the trumpet in an orchestra? Most videos I see of it, people only have been playing jazz tunes
Great question! The tone/timbre of this trumpet might not fit most modern orchestral sound profiles. Because of this the X13 tends to fall into other genres of music. Laura Bibbs, trumpet player currently on tour with Harry Styles, uses an X13 and Kellin Hanas, a freelancer and up-coming trumpet player in NY also uses one. Trombone Shorty also uses an X13 when he's not on trombone. At the moment, your assumption is correct, but who knows what the future holds! Thanks for watching!
What mouthpiece are you using?
That thing really resonates. Sounds like a fat core to the sound. Is it a custom valve block? Is it a heavy instrument?
Hey Tim, Agreed- the horn has a nice big core to the sound. The valve block and pistons are similar to what you'd find on Getzen instruments and, despite the appearance, its actually a lightweight horn. Such a fun horn to play! Thanks for listening.
5000K for a trumpet.? Area you serious 😮 I could make it sound just like you in a 500 dollars one 😂
Good thing you aren't in the market for bassoons, flutes, or violins! Add a few 0's to both of those numbers. ;)