Trumpets
The trumpet plays a leading role in any orchestra in that it rides over the top of the sound core providing the purpose for the ensemble to follow.
It is imperative that a trumpet be free blowing and play in tune. Without these two characteristics the trumpet player tires quickly and the entire ensemble can fall into disarray.
Getzen trumpets come in both brass lacquer and silver plate and are regarded as the top of the line when compared to other brands. This characteristic of superiority comes from the technology filter from the EDWARDS experience.
390
Again as with most of the Eltham Woodwind and Brass instruments the basic level instrument falls into a category slightly higher than what is commonly know as the student level.
This instrument has a third valve throw ring and is fitted with Amado water keys. The Amado water key is a stainless steel assembly fitted to the moisture exits of the instrument, which unlike degradable cork in most other instruments, is there for life.
Also, the tubing in the Getzen instrument is selected to provide a non seizing characteristic in the tuning slides of the instrument. The “stuck slide syndrome” as seen on many other instruments, is a rarity in the Getzen product.
This instrument comes standard with a propack case. It is of course fitted with the unique Getzen valve construction.
| Getzen 390 | |
|---|---|
| Mouthpiece | Nickel Silver |
| Inside Slides | Nickel Silver |
| Bore Size | 11.8mm |
| Bell | 120mm Yellow Brass |
| Intonation Aids | 3rd valve adjustable throw ring |
| Finish | Silver or Lacquer, Nickel plated valves. |
Capri
As with many instruments, Getzen make an intermediate product which allows the player to have a step up quality trumpet at a price not approaching the professional range.
This instrument, with trigger or saddle, and third valve throw ring, provides the playerwith a free blowing instrument in either Silver or Brass Lacquered finish.
It is the choice of many of the trumpet teaching profession for the student who has progressed to a standard of excellence, without the financial ability to afford the Eterna or 700 series instrument.
Particular attention is directed to the bends in the tubing allowing for the free passage of the finely developed tone.
| Getzen Capri | |
|---|---|
| Mouthpiece | Nickel Silver |
| Inside Slides | Nickel Silver |
| Bore Size | 11.7mm |
| Bell | 120mm Yellow Brass |
| Intonation Aids | 1st valve trigger, adjustable 3rd valve ring. |
| Finish | Silver or Lacquer, Nickel plated valves. |
700
This is another format of the Eterna and comes in the propack case as distinct from the leather bound custom built case of the other Eterna and Capri models. It has a slightly different blowing characteristic which can be seen from the specifications below.
Valve construction
The valves are made of similar metals to that of the valve casing to ensure that when 'hot' that the running tolerance does not increase. The valves are then heavily plated with engineering nickel plating, as you would in a highly tuned racing motor car engine bearings. The valves are then custom honed into the correct sliding fit to ensure perfection of fit for the life of the trumpet
Getzen use nickelplated valves. They do not use MONEL for any of their instruments. It used to be said, that monel was a harder metal and therefore the action would be better. However, thru much testing, at Getzen they have found that because the monel has to be heated to such a high temperature to work with it, that it actually weakens the monel and hence, the action is not as good.
Here's a little history for you:
When Allied (Getzen) Music began making the Canadian Brass line of instruments, the CB required monel pistons. So Allied (Getzen) Music obliged. After Ed and Tom Getzen purchased the Getzen Co. in 1991 and began manufacturing Getzen product with the nickel plated valves, the CB tried several of the Getzen trumpets and found the valve action to be superior to what they had. Guess what? CB reversed their request and required nickel plated valves from that point on. Says something for nickelplated valves.
Also, have you noticed many of the other "brands" have gone to nickeplated valves from monel....
Tuning slides
This choice of nickel silver and brass as a sliding assembly reduces the electrolytic action quite often causing joints stuck with oxide from the similar metals.
| Getzen 700 | |
|---|---|
| Mouthpiece | Gold Brass |
| Inside Slides | Nickel Silver |
| Bore Size | 11.68mm |
| Bell | 120mm Yellow Brass |
| Intonation Aids | 1st valve saddle, adjustable 3rd valve ring. |
| Finish | Silver or Lacquer, Nickel plated valves. |
Eterna
These come in both brass and silver and have the valves manufactured, not with the cheap construction of monel metal, but with the unique Getzen valve assembly methods.
I have heard trumpet players tell me that the Getzen valves are “the fastest in the industry” what ever that means! It is certainly a comment I have heard on many occasions. Of course the regular lubrication with Getzen Valve Oil will provide lasting satisfaction.
As with the other instruments in the Getzen stable, the tuning slides are built with dissimilar metals. The use of Getzen Slide Lubricant will protect your trumpet throughout it's life time.
Getzen is the choice of top horn players way back from the “Doc Severenson” days. So many of the top players are using Getzen today.
| Getzen Eterna | |
|---|---|
| Mouthpiece | Gold Brass (Open Taper) |
| Inside Slides | Nickel Silver |
| Bore Size | 11.68mm |
| Bell | 124mm Yellow Brass |
| Intonation Aids | 1st valve saddle, adjustable 3rd valve ring. |
| Finish | Silver or Lacquer, Nickel plated valves. |
Custom
The 3050 is very much like the Bach Strad. 180S-37. It has a nice core due to the one-piece, hand-hammered, yellow brass bell. ML bore 11.66mm which blows just right for most purposes. A good all-around horn.
The 3051 is similar, but with a one-piece, hand-hammered, gold brass bell. The horn resonates much better to the point where the player feels part of the horn. It seems much easier to play a horn that gives you this much feedback where one not only hears the sound (which is very rich in overtones), but can also feel the sound in your hand. This is the characteristic of the heavy gold brass. This particular horn seems to be in favor right now with the players. Those who like the Conn Vintage and the Yamaha Xeno will love this horn. It shows and sells well in lacquer finish (one of the few pro trumpets that does in our domestic market). Another comment that we often get, which may be due to the feedback aspect of the horn, is that players say they seem to miss fewer notes on it. This is probably due to both the excellent slotting characteristics of the horn which relates to the inside dimensions and bore size, and the resonance. A better all-around horn.
The 3052 is a good jazz horn. It is very open, 11.75mm bore, with a little bit larger bell. The reverse leadpipe makes it even more open. Sell this horn to the lead player who has tried the other two and just can't get enough air into the horn. For those who like to wish to only be chosen as the first trumpet in the section, being capable of easily leading the section with a dominant trumpet.
| Getzen Custom | |
|---|---|
| Mouthpiece 3050 & 3051 | No. 125 yellow brass |
| Mouthpiece 3052 | No. 125R yellow brass (reverse leadpipe) |
| Slides 3050 & 3051 | Hand-lapped yellow brass, Square crook tuning slide |
| Slides 3052 | Hand-lapped yellow brass, Round crook tuning slide |
| Bore Size | 11.66mm (3050 & 3051), 11.75 (3052) |
| Bell 3050 & 3052 | No. 137 hand-hammered one-piece, yellow brass |
| Bell 3051 | No. 172 hand-hammered one-piece, heavy gold brass |
| Intonation Aids | First slide saddle, third slide ring |
| Finish | Clear laquer, bright silver plate, or 14K gold plate |
