I'm a new player and I'm confused about bore size and playing characteristics can anyone give me an explaination? Thanks,
-Yemag
newbie bore question
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Highpitch
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Re: newbie bore question
A larger bore typically will yield more (not necessarily louder) sound, providing you have the lungs and control to achieve it.
The question of conical vs. straight also comes into play as to correct partial slotting and the overall sound.
The best horn, regardless of bore, be the one you can play well for the needed part.
Dennis
The question of conical vs. straight also comes into play as to correct partial slotting and the overall sound.
The best horn, regardless of bore, be the one you can play well for the needed part.
Dennis
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Heavy_Metal
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Re: newbie bore question
+1.... and if no one has already said this, welcome!Highpitch wrote: The best horn, regardless of bore, be the one you can play well for the needed part.
Dennis
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Old (early 1900s?) Alexander BBb proto-163
1976 Sonora (B&S 101) 4-rotor BBb
1964 Conn 20J/21J BBb (one body, both bells)
~1904 York 3P BBb Helicon
Old Alex Comp.F, in shop
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windshieldbug
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Re: newbie bore question
The bore size is the size of the cylindrical part of the horn where the valves are. The effect of the bore changes very greatly between piston/rotary instruments and also the configuration/wrap of the horn.
Some horns also have MORE than one bore size, for example the "dual bore" horns.
Mouthpiece size also has an effect on all aspects of playability.
There are so many variables, including air pressure and chops maturity that the only important aspect is how comfortable and flexible the horn is for you using your preferred setup.
Some horns also have MORE than one bore size, for example the "dual bore" horns.
Mouthpiece size also has an effect on all aspects of playability.
There are so many variables, including air pressure and chops maturity that the only important aspect is how comfortable and flexible the horn is for you using your preferred setup.
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