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XO Brass 1600IL 'Roger Ingram' - Bb Trumpet
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XO 1600IL Trumpet Overview
Developed in collaboration with Roger Ingram, the XO 1600IL trumpet meets the world-famous musician's requirements regarding a professional trumpet. With a vibrant and focused sound, it was designed for a lead trumpet players in search of perfect sound projection and effortless intonation.
The .453 inch medium bore helps slotting across the whole range of the Trumpet. The balance of bell size (4.8 inch) and lead pipe design helps give the instrument a flexibility across all dynamics.
The 1600 comes with an alternative tuning slide (rounded or elliptical shape) and a set of different top/bottom caps, guides and springs. This allows you to customise the feel and response of the valves, and also modify the tone and response slightly with additional or reduced weight.
Who is Roger Ingram?
Roger Ingram is one of the most prolific lead trumpet players and session musicians of our time. Seen as one of the 'go-to' lead players he has performed and recorded for decades with artists such as Harry Connick Jr, Lincoln Centre Jazz Orchestra, Ray Charles and Frank Sinatra. Quite simply, he's one of the leading Trumpet players of his time.
Why XO Brass?
XO trumpets meet the mark for today’s top players. Working professionals from all genres agree that XO trumpets provide some of the best performance options available today. Specially designed features have been crafted to enhance the experience of the performer, and equal attention has been given to the sound, with clarity and resonance delivered at all volumes, in all venue types, and under a wide variety of performance demands.
Specifications:
- Medium Bore .453 inch (11.50mm)
- Handmade 4.8 inch brass bell (122mm)
- Reversed gold brass mouthpipe
- Stainless steel valves
- Elliptical round tuning slide
- Metal and mother of pearl finger buttons
- Two sets of valve springs and caps
- Clear lacquer finish
Try this Instrument In Store
We have a variety of testing environments instore for customers to experience and enjoy. Our range of testing rooms are available to pre-book and we can even reserve stock in advance so if you're making a jouney to see us we can be prepared to make it a special experience for you.
Need Help with this item?
Our specialist trained staff are able to help you. Please contact us or call us on 01628 630800
XO Brass 1600IL 'Roger Ingram' - Bb Trumpet Reviews
I have owned all makes of Trumpet. The XO Brass 1600I is better than anything else I have ever Played. The Build Quality is excellent, Intonation , Slotting of notes, Sound across all registers is perfect. Choice of instrument is a personal thing, but for anyone wishing to upgrade there Trumpet, I would ask them to Try the 1600I especially for all types of commercial work.
Why Buy from Dawkes Music?
Dawkes Music & Windcraft Ltd are a globally recognised UK based Music Industry company that have expert staff who specialise in products, performance, teaching and repairing in the brass and woodwind sector.
