New instrument maker (Cimbasso)

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New instrument maker (Cimbasso)

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Hi all,

Please see this thread to read about an amazing Cimbasso build by hand for me by Alessandro Faccin in Italy.

It’s a work of art and by far the finest one I’ve played.

https://www.facebook.com/alessandro.fac ... 1867774389" target="_blank" target="_blank" target="_blank" target="_blank" target="_blank

And he's a great guy!

All the best.
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This looks phenomenal Ian - absolute work of art!
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Apart from the wonderful old Orsi bell (which I wanted), and the rotors, this is a completely handmade instrument.

Every tube and curve shaped skilfully just for this instrument.

This is NOT a botched together instrument.
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What key is it in? It would be nice to hear it with the valves installed.
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Re: New instrument maker (Cimbasso)

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Hi,

It's in Eb. There are video clips on the Facebook link I believe.

It's just shipped off to the States as I'm on tour in NYC this April so sadly only had it at home for 2 days!

If anyone wants more clips please PM me. This guy has a great future ahead if the quality of this build is anything to go by. Italians certainly know their stuff in this area.

Al the best.
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Re: New instrument maker (Cimbasso)

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Hi,

I've had a couple of messages asking to see the cimbasso. Of course, no problem! Come and have a go.

We are playing at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) for a month.

https://www.bam.org/KingLear?alttemplate=mobileevent" target="_blank
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