We have 4 Dreams trumpets ready to be built to your specifications and we will accept trades through September 13th!
We are permanently sold out of Rumors custom builds - watch for our upcoming R&D Release in SS this November
We are permanently sold out of Rumors custom builds - watch for our upcoming R&D Release in SS this November
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First notes on Rumors! (October 5th)
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Production Update (November 1st)
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Reservations for Dreams open to the public - what you need to know!
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Deep Dive design elements of Rumors & Dreams, plus comparison play test
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First notes on Dreams is finally here! (October 9th)
2024 Dreams (All Around Model) Photo Gallery
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2024 Rumors (Lead/Commercial Model) Photo Gallery
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The current estimated delivery from time of order is 60 days in brass and 90 days in silver as of 10/24
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Rumors & Dreams - limited edition series
The new Rumors & Dreams limited edition series is our answer to an amazing professional trumpet in the $5000-6000 range.
Rumors and Dreams are two matching, but different trumpets. Rumors is a commercial, lead, big band instrument, and Dreams is an all-around performer that works in every situation. Both feature an attractive hex-milled design on a number of B.R.A.S.S. components that are both thematic and functional. That BRASS acronym you just read is explained below, but in a few words, these B.R.A.S.S. components noticeably improve the playability and resonance of these beautiful trumpets.
Rumors and Dreams are two matching, but different trumpets. Rumors is a commercial, lead, big band instrument, and Dreams is an all-around performer that works in every situation. Both feature an attractive hex-milled design on a number of B.R.A.S.S. components that are both thematic and functional. That BRASS acronym you just read is explained below, but in a few words, these B.R.A.S.S. components noticeably improve the playability and resonance of these beautiful trumpets.
The new Rumors & Dreams line is my answer to the modern day Bravura model, which was so very successful in years past. The goal is to offer a horn that feels like home to each and every player. This is only possible with the VGR system, or by manually modifying the mouthpiece gap for each player. And that's exactly what I'm offering. When you choose the optional VGR upgrade, you'll have the world's most advanced fully adjustable impedance system ever designed. If you're on a strict budget, choose the included Zero Gap Receiver, and get ready to file down the end of your mouthpiece to optimize your setup. Either way, I will show you exactly how to make your new R&D trumpet fit like a glove in every register, on every note, at every dynamic level. I've studied brass acoustics since 1992, and I'm here to help you achieve success like you've never known.
Along with this R&D launch, you have the opportunity to choose a bell that suits your projection and tonal color preferences. And you can get into our SpectraTone mouthpiece system with a 50% discount. But the best part is our 0% financing payment plans for those of you who need a few months, or up to two years, to pay off your new custom trumpet. If you're not in the, "l'm ready to pay the balance today" club, then maybe you would rather make a deposit with monthly payments. Yes, this is currently a limited time option.
Two things you need to remember
This new line of trumpets will sell out very quickly, and there will only be 31 Rumors and 36 Dreams trumpets built, ever.
Along with this R&D launch, you have the opportunity to choose a bell that suits your projection and tonal color preferences. And you can get into our SpectraTone mouthpiece system with a 50% discount. But the best part is our 0% financing payment plans for those of you who need a few months, or up to two years, to pay off your new custom trumpet. If you're not in the, "l'm ready to pay the balance today" club, then maybe you would rather make a deposit with monthly payments. Yes, this is currently a limited time option.
Two things you need to remember
This new line of trumpets will sell out very quickly, and there will only be 31 Rumors and 36 Dreams trumpets built, ever.
Origins of Rumors & Dreams (September 30th)
I have specifically designed the new Rumors & Dreams line of trumpets to answer many of the requests I've received over the past three decades. The top request was to create a trumpet that does everything. Well, after many years of research and innovation, I have concluded that it does require at least two different configurations to accomplish everything, which is why Rumors & Dreams is split into two contrasting designs. The majority of requests can be summed up by creating an instruments that is standard weight, semi-traditional in design, and very responsive with great projection. I've gone a few steps further and designed this pair to be more efficient, and much easier to play than traditional "Artist Model" designs by the big corporations at a fraction of the price. You can read more about the Rumors & Dreams journey in my blog here.
We're almost sold out of Rumors & Dreams Reservations
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Rumors
Base Price: $5000
Key: Bb Genre: Commercial & Lead Weight Class: Medium Light Bracing: Integral Valve Casing design Bell Options: 1 & 1GLT (sold out) Venturi: .340-342 Mod Kit: Light Resonance Rating: High Efficiency Rating: Medium Receiver Options: ZGR (Zero Gap) & VGR Water Keys: Saturn Finish Options: Raw Brass & Silver Delivery: 60 days in Brass, 90 days in Silver |
Dreams
Base Price: $5000
Key: Bb Genre: All Weight Class: Medium Bracing: Integral Valve Casing design Bell Options: 1, 1X (sold out), 3R Venturi: .342-344 Mod Kit: Medium Light Resonance Rating: High Efficiency Rating: Medium Receiver Options: ZGR (Zero Gap) & VGR Water Keys: Saturn Finish Options: Raw Brass & Silver Delivery: 60 days in Brass, 90 days in Silver |
Exclusive features of Rumors & Dreams
R&D Zero Gap Receiver - designed to achieve zero gap (or larger) by filing down the end of your mouthpiece to the desired length, or use our SpectraTone/5MM Modular Mouthpiece with an extended length backbore (+.100E recommended). Written and video instructions will be included demonstrating exactly how to adjust your gap to any setting with standard and SpectraTone/5MM mouthpieces. The ZGR works with all trumpet mouthpieces using the method described above.
Venturi Gap Receiver (upgrade option) - part of our Variable Performance System and the ultimate solution offering fully adjustable flexibility, slotting, and air flow. Fine tune your setup to match impedance between your oral cavity and instrument to produce maximum resonance. Works with all mouthpieces without any modifications. You will learn to use this very capable system in just a few minutes.
B.R.A.S.S. Components - improved efficiency through design; includes tuning slide and receivers, bell coupler, leadpipe to bell bracing around valve casing, Crown top and bottom caps, and HEVS.
R&D Top & Bottom Caps - special limited edition "Crown" style top and bottom caps designed with SWE Technology principles
R&D High Efficiency Valve Stems (HEVS) (upgrade option) - improve efficiency and stability while avoiding damaging aluminum corrosion
R&D Solid Brass Finger Buttons - Choose from HexGeo or R&D Logo styles, or plain
Inlaid Finger Buttons (upgrade option) - Deep Acrylic, Dichroic, and Turquoise options available
Venturi Gap Receiver (upgrade option) - part of our Variable Performance System and the ultimate solution offering fully adjustable flexibility, slotting, and air flow. Fine tune your setup to match impedance between your oral cavity and instrument to produce maximum resonance. Works with all mouthpieces without any modifications. You will learn to use this very capable system in just a few minutes.
B.R.A.S.S. Components - improved efficiency through design; includes tuning slide and receivers, bell coupler, leadpipe to bell bracing around valve casing, Crown top and bottom caps, and HEVS.
R&D Top & Bottom Caps - special limited edition "Crown" style top and bottom caps designed with SWE Technology principles
R&D High Efficiency Valve Stems (HEVS) (upgrade option) - improve efficiency and stability while avoiding damaging aluminum corrosion
R&D Solid Brass Finger Buttons - Choose from HexGeo or R&D Logo styles, or plain
Inlaid Finger Buttons (upgrade option) - Deep Acrylic, Dichroic, and Turquoise options available
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What is B.R.A.S.S. Technology?
I began designing Bell Resonance Anti-nodal Stabilization System (B.R.A.S.S.) components in 1993, not long after I started researching brass instrument design. This was in response to an amazing discovery that is well understood in the field of physics, and based on Isaac Newton's Laws of Motion. The sound wave produced inside a brass instrument exerts energy on the confining walls, which results in degradation of tone quality, stability, and efficiency. I describe this phenomenon as Standing Wave Efficiency (SWE), which is explained in detail in my blog and here. Incorporating B.R.A.S.S. components into the design of our new line of R&D trumpets guarantees an even playing scale throughout every register with more resonance and less effort. In my 30+ years of research on the subject of motion, I have developed a set of Spinning Tops produced entirely in our shop that demonstrate Newton's laws. These are used by physics students and educators around the world.
I began designing Bell Resonance Anti-nodal Stabilization System (B.R.A.S.S.) components in 1993, not long after I started researching brass instrument design. This was in response to an amazing discovery that is well understood in the field of physics, and based on Isaac Newton's Laws of Motion. The sound wave produced inside a brass instrument exerts energy on the confining walls, which results in degradation of tone quality, stability, and efficiency. I describe this phenomenon as Standing Wave Efficiency (SWE), which is explained in detail in my blog and here. Incorporating B.R.A.S.S. components into the design of our new line of R&D trumpets guarantees an even playing scale throughout every register with more resonance and less effort. In my 30+ years of research on the subject of motion, I have developed a set of Spinning Tops produced entirely in our shop that demonstrate Newton's laws. These are used by physics students and educators around the world.
R&D Bell Options
1 - vibrant, colorful, blends well, medium taper, yellow brass, standard weight, 5" diameter, normal projection pattern
(11 available on Rumors, & 12 available on Dreams)
1GLT - vibrant, lights up easily, medium taper, gold brass, light weight, 5" diameter, normal projection pattern
(20 available on Rumors only, sold out)
1X - vibrant, colorful, blends well, medium taper, yellow brass, standard weight, large 5.3" diameter, broad projection pattern
(12 available on Dreams only)
3R - warm, vocal, blends well, medium large taper, red brass, heavy weight, 5" diameter, normal projection pattern, very stable
(12 available on Dreams only)
(11 available on Rumors, & 12 available on Dreams)
1GLT - vibrant, lights up easily, medium taper, gold brass, light weight, 5" diameter, normal projection pattern
(20 available on Rumors only, sold out)
1X - vibrant, colorful, blends well, medium taper, yellow brass, standard weight, large 5.3" diameter, broad projection pattern
(12 available on Dreams only)
3R - warm, vocal, blends well, medium large taper, red brass, heavy weight, 5" diameter, normal projection pattern, very stable
(12 available on Dreams only)
SpectraTone Mouthpiece Options
Designed for all ages & skill levels, SpectraTone Trumpet Mouthpieces offer a full range of tone colors, unmatched comfort, and control over every variable.
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SpectraTone will improve your performance from day one. You can choose from a wide range of diameters and various rim profiles to maximize comfort, range, and endurance. The fully modular design allows you to adjust tonal color and upgrade any parameter as you progress over time. This is especially helpful for students, comeback players, and professionals who will experience growth, both physically and musically, in the coming years.
SpectraTone mouthpieces were designed with the input of thousands of trumpet players who have shared their challenges with us over the past twenty-five years. We will help you find the best configuration to fit your personal needs.
SpectraTone mouthpieces were designed with the input of thousands of trumpet players who have shared their challenges with us over the past twenty-five years. We will help you find the best configuration to fit your personal needs.
SpectraTone RED - unlike anything you've ever seen, Red increases range while maintaining great tone quality in the mid and low registers. Launching on November 1st, this mouthpiece incorporates technology from the multi-billion-dollar topology and additive manufacturing (AM) industries to create the world's first laser sintered lightweight high efficiency brass mouthpiece.
SpectraTone YELLOW - vibrant and warm with rich overtones. Suitable for all musical genres, this is the most commonly requested configuration we have offered in the past 28 years.
SpectraTone BLUE - produces a warm, dark, mature sound suitable for solos in both Jazz and Classical genres as well as most group settings. This is the second most commonly requested configuration (after Yellow) we have offered in the past 28 years.
SpectraTone YELLOW - vibrant and warm with rich overtones. Suitable for all musical genres, this is the most commonly requested configuration we have offered in the past 28 years.
SpectraTone BLUE - produces a warm, dark, mature sound suitable for solos in both Jazz and Classical genres as well as most group settings. This is the second most commonly requested configuration (after Yellow) we have offered in the past 28 years.
Call us at 303-657-2747 to discuss your specific current performing goals and playing preferences.
We will honor full trade value of your Rumors & Dreams trumpet purchase towards a new custom built Harrelson Summit or Muse trumpet anytime in the next 5 years. Trade must be in original condition.
We will honor full trade value of your Rumors & Dreams trumpet purchase towards a new custom built Harrelson Summit or Muse trumpet anytime in the next 5 years. Trade must be in original condition.
