Description

Tony Scodwell Standard “Las Vegas” Trumpet – Raw Brass Large bore (.462). S/n 0315

Tony Scodwell is a legendary trumpet player who’s shared the stage with the likes of Sammy Davis, Jr, Frank Sinatra, Stan Kenton, Harry James, Tony Bennett, Elvis Presley, Buddy Rich, and Barbara Streisand just to name a few. Not only is Tony a world-class trumpet player he’s also a master craftsman who makes some of the finest horns in the world. 

The Standard model also known as the Las Vegas model offers tremendous projection, giving players more results for the effort expended. This trumpet has the ability to cut through acoustic environments of any type. The players are given more feedback in the ears and on the face.  If you can get your hands on one New they sell for $3,167.95

What’s under the hood you ask?

• Special Annealing Process To Bell
• Selective Brace Placement
• Individual Components Chosen For Optimum Balance
• No dents, dings or trauma.  No RED ROT.  The finish is raw brass and has developed a beautiful patina.  
• Heavy receiver, and Solid Brass Flat finger buttons for spot on articulation.
• Amado water keys.  
• Fast Valves and incredible compression make this horn a players player.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Bore Size: Large Bore .462″
• Bell: 23-gauge, with special annealing
• Lead Pipe: Yellow brass with special venturi fitted to 1/8th-inch gap
• Valves: Monel pistons for corrosion resistance
• Tuning Slide: Square design for optimum point of resistance
• Finish: Raw brass
• Instrument Only, Case and Mouthpiece NOT Included

Manufacturer: Scodwell

Model: VEGAS-R-462

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