Got a chance to try this out at the DC conference. I only played it for a few minutes, but it seemed to play very well. I would agree with the previous comment that it felt very light and responsive. I couldn't really comment on the sound, as the room was pretty noisy, but I was pleasantly surprised. I will mention however that I felt it was more difficult to hold while standing than a standard "top valve" model, although this could've just been me.
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Unfortunately this horn didn't work very well for me at all when I tried it. The issues were two fold:
1. Having the sound come into my left ear is distracting. Not so bad on my Conn 24I when I use a front facing bell, but I have the same feeling when I play the Conn with a straight bell.
2. The horn was awkward for me to hold. My stomach sticks out too far (hint!) and the horn presses against my diaphragm when I hold it it the most natural way. Holding it away from my body is very uncomfortable due to its weight. I have the same issue with my Conn 24I but it is much lighter.
I think it is a good horn, but not for me.
DougAdams E3 0.60 Sterling bell - Prototype top sprung valves
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Townsend Military Band
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I e-mailed Wessex today about the availability and price. I was advised to check back in April. So I guess it is on hold.Cerveny BBb Kaiser Tuba
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I'm visiting the Wessex USA store in Ferrysburg, Michigan today (7/21). I'm planning to try the Festivo’ Front-Valve Compensated Euphonium – EP104, since I know there are a number of people that are interested in this model. I prefer top action valves myself, but it will be interesting to try a comp front action. Are these in stock to try?
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OK, Experts! It has been 2½ years since anyone made a post on this horn. What is the verdict on this horn? I’m giving this model strong consideration for ergonomic reasons. After 65 years on trombone, I can no longer hold a trombone without causing nanny-goat like vibrato on sustained tones. I bought a Schiller Elite to determine if I could hold a euphonium without my essential tremors interfering. I need Your input on this model if you have any. Thanks for your help! Joe, U.S. Army Bands retired.
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