2013 Marching Brass
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INTRODUCING Adams Musical Instruments is proud to announce the 2013 release of the new Marching Brass Series MM1 Mellophone of instruments handcrafted in Thorn, Holland. Building on the success of the Custom Brass Series, Adams A finely crafted instrument with a bright cutting tone and fast valve performance from craftsmen have created a line of horns that surpasses the performance and endurance of all others. the stainless steel pistons. Hand-lapped The Adams Marching Brass Series has been created to elevate performance by delivering the finest quality valves and precision fit slides ensure even instruments with the endurance to withstand the demands of modern marching competition. The marching resistance throughout the range. With a full Brass Series is designed, crafted, and assembled entirely in Thorn, Holland combining traditional techniques 10” bell, the MM1 delivers a full tone while still being well balanced at only 3.3 lbs. with the latest manufacturing methods to deliver superb instruments. Only the highest quality materials have been used in the creation of these well balanced and lightweight horns, resulting in a product line that players and directors agree has the greatest sound quality on the field. Proprietary valves are produced with precision cut stainless steel pistons for quick response and years of performance. Custom made durable bracing for strength with attention to ergonomic hand positions, line of sight windows, and a comfortable balance. Since 2005, Adams has been creating some of the worlds finest handcrafted Trumpets, Euphoniums, Flugelhorns, and Tubas in its Custom Brass series. Our entire process from selection of materials, cutting, MF1 French Horn The MF1 French Horn has a full tone hammering, soldering and polishing owes its roots to craftsmen of a bygone era. Drawing from our many years and accurate tuning that rivals concert of experience producing the world’s finest Timpani, we combine that knowledge with our experience and use instruments. Fast stainless steel pistons of modern machinery and techniques. and hand-lapped valves create a tight seal for no air-leakage and years of Adams Marching Brass will elevate your performance with superb intonation, clear projection, enormous power, superior performance. superior resonance and powerfully projected sound - exactly the qualities demanded by every critical musician The MF1 delivers an authentic French on and off the field. Horn timbre in a light weight well- balanced instrument with the power and endurance to withstand the demand of modern marching performance. MB1 Baritone The Marching Baritone features a compact wrap design that allows the player to easily maneuver and perform with a full, powerful tone. Only the highest quality tubing is used in the pressure formed Adams Marching Brass series. Durable strong bracing is used on every Adams horn, giving the MB1 the endurance that modern marching performance requires. Hand lapped valves and proprietary Stainless MT1 Trumpet Steel pistons provide an air –tight seal for The Adams Marching Trumpet’s full overtone-spectrum ensures the instrument retains that authentic an even resistance throughout the range. trumpet sound, even in the high registers. The instrument is completely handmade which gives it excellent Lightweight and comfortably balanced design tuning, superb intonation and durability. with a 10” bell for full projection. ME1 Euphonium The Adams Marching Euphonium’s highlights are its great resonance, huge power and full tone projection. The pressure formed conical bore tubing of high quality brass provides a full and warm tone throughout the range. Proprietary Stainless Steel pistons and hand-lapped valves ensure an air-tight seal and even resistance throughout the range with fast valve response and durable performance. AB MTB1 Tuba The MTB1 Marching Tuba is a 4/4 BBb Marching Only instrument for top performing Drum Corps and Universities. 3 vertical action valves with thumb key slide are made with the Stainless Steel valves and are positioned for player comfort, performance and balance. The large bore and 19” bell provide a full and powerful tone for any sized venue or band. MODEL MT1 Trumpet MM1 Mellophone MF1 French Horn MB1 Baritone ME1 Euphonium MTB1 Tuba MT1-S /Silver MM1-S /Silver MF1-S /Silver MB1-S /Silver ME1-S /Silver MTB1-S /Silver MT1 /Lacquer MM1 /Lacquer MF1 /Lacquer MB1 /Lacquer ME1 /Lacquer MTB1 /Lacquer KEY Bb F Bb Bb Bb BBb BORE 0.46 0.468 0.47 0.571 0.571 0.689 BELL DIA. 5˝ 10˝ 11˝ 10˝ 11˝ 19˝ PISTON St. Steel St. Steel St. Steel St. Steel St. Steel St. Steel WEIGHT 2.2 lb 3.3 lb 3.9 lb 5.6 lb 6.8 lb 21 lb CASE Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Adams musical instruments are proudly distributed in the U.S. by Pearl Corporation Product subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2013 Pearl Corporation AMB13 www.pearldrum.com.