Holton Bb 6/4 Bells, Leadpipes and 5th Valves
Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 5:33 am
Ideally looking for actual experience with these things more than hopefully opinions (but they're welcome too!)...
1). Any folks tried modern leadpipes with these horns - like the MW45slp pipe which is a popular mod to 2165's? The one I have is the original - needs a little work but it should go back on ok. That's where I'll start at least.
2). Anyone had a 5th added (independent) and could comment on the change in response etc.? I know Fletcher mentions having a 5th removed on one of his Holtons and liked the response better. His opinion is very valid but looking for others - I'm lazy and would prefer a 5th if it's not going to screw things up too much.
3). This thing has a removable bell-front. I'd really like an upright - also removable - to go with it. I've contacted Lee Stofer about the Kanstul bells for Conn & Martin bell-fronts to see if they'd fit (inside Dia. female tenon 210mm). Other option is to get a complete upright bell for it - I've looked at Chris Olka's damaged Deck bell and will contact him about it. Any other options possible??
Thanks for any insight!
MP
PS. Yes, this was Mike J's Holton.
1). Any folks tried modern leadpipes with these horns - like the MW45slp pipe which is a popular mod to 2165's? The one I have is the original - needs a little work but it should go back on ok. That's where I'll start at least.
2). Anyone had a 5th added (independent) and could comment on the change in response etc.? I know Fletcher mentions having a 5th removed on one of his Holtons and liked the response better. His opinion is very valid but looking for others - I'm lazy and would prefer a 5th if it's not going to screw things up too much.
3). This thing has a removable bell-front. I'd really like an upright - also removable - to go with it. I've contacted Lee Stofer about the Kanstul bells for Conn & Martin bell-fronts to see if they'd fit (inside Dia. female tenon 210mm). Other option is to get a complete upright bell for it - I've looked at Chris Olka's damaged Deck bell and will contact him about it. Any other options possible??
Thanks for any insight!
MP
PS. Yes, this was Mike J's Holton.