May 18, 2013

Yamaha YBH-621 Professional Baritone Horn with Silver Plated Finish

Yamaha YBH-621 Professional Baritone Horn with Silver Plated Finish The YBH-621 has long been one of the world’s most popular baritones, and is distinguished by a noble, rich tone. It features an easy playability - with quick and comfortable response - as well as highly accurate intonation. • In Bb • Valves: 3 top, 1 side action • Bell: 204.7mm (8") • Bore: 12.8-13.5mm (0.504-.531") • Finish: Clear lacquer • Mouthpiece: 45C2

Yamaha YHR-891 Handmade Triple French Horn

Yamaha YHR-891 Handmade Triple French Horn Yamaha's YHR-891 triple horn is handmade and meticulously crafted to perfection by their experienced artisans. It offers the rich full sound of a full double horn, coupled with the sure attacks and control of a descant horn. The problems of response and intonation usually associated with triple horns have been completely eliminated. Yamaha's patented 'long rotor' and 'dual plane' valves, along with an ingenious tubing configuration permit the same shape and balance as a conventional horn so they are comfortable to hold and play. The YHR-891 is an F/Bb /high F triple horn. Hand-lapped rotary valves and slides Rotary valves and slides that have been hand-lapped are airtight and have smooth action. Articulated key levers Articulated key levers have responsive motion. Hammered and annealed bell Hammering and annealing are processes so important to the instrument's acoustic characteristics that Yamaha employs computer-controlled equipment to ensure consistently superior sound. Hammering enables bells to have a rich, resonant tone that blends beautifully with other instruments. Annealing is a cooling and heating process that makes it easier to control the acoustics of the instrument. Hollow valve rotors Hollow valve rotors provide quick, free response. Phosphor bronze rotors Rotors made of phosphor bronze resist corrosion. Cyclical bore A cyclical bore is a perfectly cylindrical tubing assembly in combination with a conical leadpipe and bell system. This allows for consistent air flow throughout the horn. Tapered valves Tapered valves wear for a long time without air leakage. Long leadpipe The long leadpipe delivers remarkably accurate and balanced intonation. Long rotor valve The innovative thumb valve configuration on the YHR-891 replaces linked valves, thereby reducing friction, promoting faster response, producing exquisite sound, and improving hand comfort. Excellent intonation The intonation problems normally associated with the triple horn have been eliminated. Ingenious valve tubing configuration The combination of the long rotor valve, dual plane valve, and tubing configuration create a unique shape and size for the triple horn. Excellent sound in all registers The combination of the secure high register and quick attack of the descant horn with the rich, warm timbre of the single Bb horn make the double descant horn ideal for many playing situations.

Yamaha YBH301 Baritone Horn in Silver Plated Finish

Yamaha YBH301 Baritone Horn in Silver Plated Finish Yamaha's YBH-301 Baritone Horn incorporates a similar design to their flagship 621 model, as well as sharing many of its tonal characteristics. Easy to play, the YBH301 features excellent intonation. Intermediate Series Key: Bb Material: Yellow brass Valves: 3 top action Bell:211.4mm (8-3/8") Bore: 12.8mm (0.504") Finish: Silver Plated

Yamaha YCR-4330GS Bb Cornet with Silver Plated Finish

Yamaha YCR-4330GS Bb Cornet with Silver Plated Finish Yamaha intermediate model cornets have been designed to incorporate many of the features and characteristics of our top pro models, yet at a intermediate model price. They offer a beautiful traditional cornet sound, and have highly accurate intonation and a comfortable playability. The YCR-4330G has a 'shepherd’s crook' style bell and features a thumbhook on the 1st valve slide. The lightweight design gives quick, easy response, and there is a choice of either lacquer or silver-plate finishes. • Bb cornet • Gold-brass bell • Bell: 119.0mm (4-3/4") • ML bore: 11.73mm (0.462") • Mouthpiece: 11E4

Yamaha YFH-631G Bb Flugelhorn with Gold Brass Bell

Yamaha YFH-631G Bb Flugelhorn with Gold Brass Bell Flugelhorns have a soft, mellow, dark sound with beautiful lyrical qualities; they are especially favored for jazz ballads. Yamaha Flugelhorns have overcome the inconsistencies of intonation traditionally associated with these instruments, and offer a very comfortable response. The YFH-631G offers the traditional Yamaha flugelhorn style with a free blowing response. It features triggers on the third valve slide for fine intonation adjustments. • Bb flugelhorn • Gold-brass bell • Bell: 151.8mm (6") • MS bore: 11mm (0.433") • 3rd valve slide trigger • Finish: clear lacquer • Mouthpiece: 11F4 Monel pistons Monel pistons are resistant to corrosion and are an ideal choice for professional flugelhorn pistons which must retain precise fit and smooth action over many years. Hand-lapped pistons and slides Hand-lapped pistons and slides ensures an absolutely perfect fit and seal between the pistons and casing or slide parts. Such a perfect fit helps achieve smooth air flow and smooth action and improve the response and intonation of the instrument. Movable mouthpiece receiver Tuning is made easier with the movable mouthpiece receiver. Pressure formed tubing Perfectly rounded tubing results in less turbulence and a smoother airflow, thus allowing for an excellent scale and reduced resistance. Laser-fused pluzuma welded bell A high-energy laser fuses the brass together for a virtually seamless bell which allows continuous even vibrations.

Yamaha YTR-8345G Xeno Trumpet with Gold Brass Bell

Yamaha YTR-8345G Xeno Trumpet with Gold Brass Bell Xeno (pronounced ‘Zeno’) trumpets are designed for those who want power and projection as well as a big warm sound. Developed from more than 30 years’ research with leading artists throughout the world, Xeno trumpets incorporate their dreams, their experience, and their talents—as realised through the skills and ideas of some of the world’s best designers and craftspersons. Traditional hand-craftsmanship augmented by cutting edge manufacturing technology has created an extraordinary quality of unprecedented consistency. The heavyweight construction of the Xeno YTR-8345G produces a solid tone core for a rich strong sound that won’t spread or break up no matter how hard you push it. It blows freely and comfortably, while still providing enough air resistance for quick response and superb tonal flexibility. And the hand-hammered one-piece bell gives an agile, quick response with a beautiful tone. • Key: Bb • Bell material: Gold brass • Bell size: 123mm (4-7/8") • Bore size: 11.73 (0.462") • Finish: Clear lacquer • Mouthpiece: 16C4-GP

Yamaha YTR-9335CHS Xeno Artist ‘Chicago’ Model Bb Trumpet

Yamaha YTR-9335CHS Xeno Artist 'Chicago' Model Bb Trumpet Yamaha's YTR-9335CHS Artist model Bb Trumpet was developed with Chicago Symphony Orchestra associate-principal trumpet John Hagstrom and is designed for high level orchestral and jazz use. • French bead rim and thinner tapering bell material allows super tone quality and fast response • Side seam bell aligned with braces • MB1 “Malone” leadpipe improves intonation and response • Artist Model Valve caps and buttons give optimal response • Key: Bb • Bell diameter: 47/8" • Bore Size: .459 (ML) • Bell Material: One-piece yellow-brass bell with variable wall thickness and French bead bell • Weight: Heavy • Finish: Silver

Yamaha YBL-421 Intermediate Bass Trombone

Yamaha YBL-421 Intermediate Bass Trombone Yamaha’s intermediate level YBL-421 bass trombone features many of the qualities of their top professional models, yet is available at a surprisingly affordable price. It has the same bell and bore size as most professional models, and the bell is gold-brass for a sound both rich and full. • Bb/F • Gold-brass bell: 241.0mm (9-1/2") • Bore: 14.3mm (0.563") • Mouthpiece: 58 Inner slide The chrome-plated, nickel-silver, drawn inner slide is very durable and has a quick, sensitive response. Outer slide The one-piece, drawn, yellow brass outer slide maintains an accurate diameter throughout its length. This type of construction ensures air-tightness, smooth action, and exceptional durability and offers improved response. Inner slide stockings Specially designed, one-piece, inner slide stockings guarantee airtight slide construction, and offer smoother slide action and better alignment, even in the extended 6th and 7th positions. Tubular braces Long-lasting, nickel-silver tubular braces contribute to the stability of the slide and enhance smooth slide action. Pressure formed tubing Perfectly rounded tubing results in less turbulence and a smoother air flow, thus allowing for an excellent scale and reduced resistance. Laser-fused pluzuma welded bell A high-energy laser fuses the brass together for a virtually seamless bell which allows continuous even vibrations. Slide lock The unique slide lock design on all Yamaha trombones keeps the slide locked in place and keeps it from accidentally falling. Bracing The large, easy-to-hold, nickel-silver bracing guards against possible slide damage if the instrument is dropped and also lessens fatigue while playing. Mouthpipe Yamaha trombones have mouthpipes featuring special acoustic designs allowing for precise intonation and greater blowing control. Semi-open wrap The YBL-421 features a semi-open wrap that allows for an open sound and smooth air flow.

Fender Victor Bailey Jazz Bass Guitar Natural

Fender Victor Bailey Jazz Bass Guitar Natural The sleek, exotic-looking body has koa and rosewood over mahogany, the maple neck has a pau ferro fingerboard with Posiflex graphite neck support rods, abalone dot inlays, rolled fingerboard edges and highly detailed nut and fret work. Two Samarium Cobalt Noiseless 4-String Jazz Bass pickups add warmth and low end, complementing the hardwood body’s natural clarity and brightness and producing an extremely dynamic tonal range. The circuitry has been tweaked at the input stage (pre-shape, boost and EQ settings) to enhance the unique sonic nature of the woods. Bass EQ is centred at 40Hz ± 12dB with a 4dB per-octave slope, treble is centred at 8 kHz ± 10dB with a 2dB per-octave slope (treble cut serves more as a passive control for warm organic tones), mid-control is centred at 500Hz and +10dB and -15dB with a wide-band slope creating a distinctive voice. For maximum headroom, the circuit has an 18-volt power supply. Other features include gold-plated hardware, Fender/Schaller Deluxe lightweight tuning machines, and a Bailey caricature graphic on the headstock. Fender Victor Bailey Jazz Bass Specifications Series: Artist Series Colour: Natural (Urethane Finish) Body: Koa and Rosewood Over Mahogany Neck: Modern C Shape (Satin Urethane Finish) Fingerboard: Rosewood, 9.5 Inch Radius (241 mm) Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo Pickups: 2 Samarium Cobalt Noiseless™ 4-String Jazz Bass Pickups Controls: Master Volume, Pan Pot, 3-Band Active EQ with - Treble Boost/Cut: +/- 10 db @ 8kHz, a shift in the cut frequency, and about a 2dB slope per octave. Mid Boost/Cut: +10dB, -15dB @ 500Hz, and a wide band slope. Bass Boost/Cut: +/- 12 db @ 40 Hz, with a 4dB slope per octave. Pickup Switching: Pan Pot Bridge: 5-String Deluxe Gold-Plated Steel Bridge Plate, (Strings-Thru-Body or Top Load), with Gold-Plated Brass Saddles Machine Heads: Fender/Schaller Deluxe Lite-Bass Tuning Machines Hardware: Gold-Plated Scale Length: 34 Inch (863.6 mm) Width at Nut: 1.875 Inch (47.6 mm) Unique Features: * Koa Headstock Overlay * Victor Bailey Caricature Graphic on Headstock * 5 Countersunk Neck Bolts * Carved Asymmetrical Heel for Better Upper Register Access * Posiflex Graphite Neck Support Rods * Abalone Dot Position Inlays * Rolled Fingerboard Edges * Highly Detailed Nut and Fret Work All our pre-owned guitars and basses are sold freshly set-up & fully serviced in our state-of-the-art guitar workshop. The pre-sale service includes a 21 point check, including: * brand new strings * action * electronic components * neck angle and truss rod adjustment * hardware * fretwork * clean and condition inc fretboard * saddle/bridge height, radius, intonation * nut The Absolute multi point pre sales service & setup is free with every pre-owned guitar. Also included is a 12 month warranty*. We provide a 7 day no-quibble money back guarantee on all our used instruments, so you can buy with confidence. More images are available on request. For more information*, call the guitar department on 01202 579 180 or email at guitars@absolutemusic.co.uk

Traps A400 Acoustic Drum Kit With Paiste Cymbals

Traps A400 Acoustic Drum Kit With Paiste Cymbals * 1 x Paiste P101BS314 101 Cymbal Set. 14 Inch Hi-Hats,16 Inch Crash, 20 Inch Ride * 1 x Traps A400 NC Acoustic Drum Kit (excluding cymbals) * 1 x Stagg DT-22BK Single Braced Drum Throne (Black) * 1 x Stagg SM5A Maple Drumsticks, 5A (pair) Traps A400 NC Acoustic Drum Kit The Traps A400 NC is the first portable kit to feel and sound like a regular drum kit. The drums are constructed from a very high quality and durable A.B.S. and are fitted with Remo heads, steel counter hoops and are tuned with the traditional multi screw tuning system. This also allows the use of pads for silent practising. The rack system that the drums and hardware fit to is made from substantial steel tubing which means that everything stays exactly where it's put when the kit is set up and doesn't move. Traps A400 NC Features * Portable acoustic drum kit * Sturdy, easy to set-up stand * Includes pedals and stands * 12 inch snare * 20 inch Kick * 10, 12 and 14 inch toms Rack System The Traps A400 rack mounting system is made from sturdy large diameter chromed steel tubing. The kit can easily be set up for either left or right handed players using the supplied tough ABS multifunctional joints. When set up, the rack is very strong and, once fitted with the supplied four large rubber feet, stays where it's placed and doesn't move. This provides a noticeable improvement in playability compared to other portable drum sets in this price bracket. Quality hardware included The Traps A400 comes fitted with quality hardware as standard. This includes hi hat and kick drum pedals, which are both rugged and free moving. Also include is a snare basket and boom cymbal arms (which can be slid into the frame for easy storage). The hardware is both reliable and distinctive with black-painted footplates and 'Traps' embossed seat squab. They also feature quality chain drives, memory locks, expansion springs and clutches. 12 inch snare drum The A400 12 inch snare drum has a very crisp sound as a result of the high quality ABS moulding combined with the chrome plated steel counter hoops, Remo Ambassador heads and 8 square headed tension screws. This all results in a snare that's easy to tune and capable of cutting rim shots and thick X-stick sounds. The drum also features a sturdy throw-off with a positive feel and a knob at the opposite side of the drum for adjusting the stretch in the snares. 10,12 and 14 inch toms The A400 toms are manufactured from a tough ABS bespoke moulding which is further strengthened by a triple flange counter hoop, then to complete the tom it is fitted with a top quality Remo Pinstripe head. As with all the A400 drums an industry standard multi screw tuning system is used. 20 inch kick drum The A400 20 inch kick drum is an uncompromising double-headed design fitted with a UT Powerstroke 3 drumhead on the back and Remo Ebony drumhead on the front printed with the Traps logo. It is also fitted with chrome plated steel hoops. Its shell is made from a robust high quality injection moulded A.B.S. fitted with custom dual mounting points ideally suited to mounting in the A400 rack mount system. A strong metal plate is fitted to bottom of the rear counter hoop so that when the kick pedal is fited the beater strikes the head at the optimum position - top of the upstroke. Please note that the stool is an optional extra and the kit does not come with cymbals. Paiste P101BS314 101 Cymbal Set. 14 Inch Hi-Hats,16 Inch Crash, 20 Inch Ride Paiste P101BS314 Paiste 101 Cymbal Set, 14 Inch Hi-Hats,16 Inch Crash and 20 Inch Ride Paiste offer this fantastic value for money cymbal pack as a great package for Students/Players alike. Offering MS63 Brass at an incredibly affordable price. Musical, Harmonic and Powerful Paiste 101 Cymbal Set Features * Great Value sound, quality and looks * Alloy: MS63 Brass * Applications: All volume settings, Live playing, Entire range of music styles * Sound: Overall – musical, harmonic, powerful Stagg DT-22BK Single Braced Drum Throne (Black) Stagg DT-22BK Drum Throne Durable, entry-level throne suitable for drums or keyboards players. Stagg DT-22BK Features * Height: 56 cm / 22 inches * Black matt tubular folding legs * Round seat * Covering: Black vinyl Stagg SM5A Maple Drumsticks, 5A (pair) Stagg SM5a Maple drum sticks, 5A (pair) These wood-tipped drumsticks, made of maple are great value for money!