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Based on the chart you posted, I hope not - there are some truly crazy tendencies on that Eastman - like the concert G at nearly -20 cents!

In my time I have played on: Yamaha 51D DW 4AM DW 4AL DW SM4 DW SM3.5 DW 2AL DW SM3 DW SM4U

Doug Elliot is a good place to start and probably finish. It goes without saying that "he knows his stuff". If you do not like his first...

thx, it is what i was guessing

Maybe, maybe not. It might be reasonable to assume that the acoustic design (size/taper of tubing, for one) will be based on the design of the Q...

Here's a direct link to the MB51: https://mercerandbarker.com/brandon-jones-welcome-on-board/

mercerandbarker.com is the UK site mercerandbarker.us is the USA site. To my knowledge, the website is the only way to order. Mike

Is you want to know what ‘slotting’ is you can read this discussion thread: What is “Slotting”:...

yes, I did get a second set of caps, but had no idea why. I thought they just backup! The weight never bothers me because I just play in a band, not...

Hello Brandon, that's intriguing... But I googled the Mercer&Barker www site without success. * Does Mercer And Barker have a web site? *...

Accessoiries like heavy valve caps and Lefreque plates in essence add mass to an instrument, which do alter the instrument in some ways. The...

I will say that I find the difference subtle, but noticeable. For me, using a heavy 4th cap allows some better slotting, and seems to darken...

I have! I’d recommend you give the MB51 a try if you like the BB1. We designed it to be a more comfortable piece, which it absolutely is.

Have you tried any of the other Mercer mouthpieces? I like the BB1, but it cuts into my face so I had to stop playing on it!

That’s too bad. I’m glad I didn’t make the trek for the purpose of trying them out! Sounds like they’re a class act though. I’m sure the...

I was hoping too, but Eastman's truck had a mechanical problem and they were not able to get to the show. Buddy Roger's Music was there with a...

Hey Mike! I’m currently playing on the brass version.

Nice work, Brandon. Are you still playing stainless, or did you go back to brass?

I am replying to my own thread. I found Dave Werden U-tube about /the heavy fourth valve cap. I really cannot tell the difference on my laptop and...

If you like the clarity and sound of the BB1, I’d highly recommend trying the new Mercer and Barker MB51. There’s a standard and solo model. We based...

Thank you for that info! I've been considering getting a trigger fitted to my 2900, so this was helpful to hear.

Haha this is not, I sent this listing to her and was trying to find out more about it! I’ll be the TA at the University of Oklahoma where she will be...

The lead pipe is curved slightly differently and adds a little more resistance to my feel. The trigger mechanism can be fiddly if you don't...

Wow, I wish I could justify buying this, looks like a great deal! I've been interested in trying out the UK model for awhile. What does the UK...

Is this the solo euph for Frontier? She sounds amazing on the Neo and already gets a very beautiful british sound with that Wick ultra mp. That...