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Post by Hayesmusic on May 25, 2005 8:07:30 GMT -5
In the very near future is planned that Hayes Music will become an agent for Edwards Trombones.
These custom built instruments are among the highest quality built in the world today. On offer is the Alto, small bore jazz model, both ML and L bore tenors (straight and Bb&F), and also the B454 - one of the finest bass trombones on the market.
You can contact the shop for details and even make arrangements for a consultation. It will unfortunately be a few months yet before the complete set will be on show in the shop but for serious enquiries we can make arrangements to have an instrument and its various components sent for you to try.
To all you trombonists this is a very exciting time and I look forward to possibly hearing from you soon.
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Post by Hayesmusic on Jun 19, 2005 4:34:00 GMT -5
[glow=red,2,300]Edwards Bass Trombones[/glow]
Versatility is the key to bass trombone design. From orchestral to big band to brass band, the B454 can adapt to any performance situation.
9½", 10" or 10½" bell flares are available in a variety of wall thicknesses and tempers with soldered or unsoldered rims. In addition, you may choose from yellow, rose or red brass with a clear, lacquer finish.
Double Axial Flow valves are available in both dependant and independent configurations in an open wrap design with Bb, F, (Gb) and D tunings as standard. Edge bracing is optional on either unit.
Parallel bore and dual bore slides in standard weight and lightweight configurations include three brass leadpipes with further custom lead pipe options available in silver and brass.
Changing tuning slide material and design has a profound effect on instruments. Edwards UK has many tuning slide options available on request.
The Edwards bass trombone fulfills all of your current needs in an instrument yet can grow and adapt as your playing develops or you move into new musical genres.
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Post by Hayesmusic on Jun 19, 2005 4:35:32 GMT -5
The Edwards A265 Alto Trombone is is the most recent update to the trombone line.
7¾" bell flares are available in a variety of wall thicknesses and tempers with soldered or unsoldered rims. In addition, you may choose from yellow or red brass with a clear lacquer finish.
Parallel bore slides available with nickel or yellow brass slide tubes include three brass leadpipes with further custom leadpipe options available in silver and brass.
Changing tuning slide material and design has a profound effect on instruments. Edwards UK has many tuning slide options available on request.
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Post by Hayesmusic on Jun 19, 2005 4:38:57 GMT -5
The Edwards T302 Jazz Trombone is the most versatile small-bore instrument on the market.
7¾" bell flares are available in a variety of wall thicknesses and tempers with soldered or unsoldered rims. In addition, you may choose from yellow, rose or red brass with a clear, lacquer finish.
Parallel bore and dual bore slides available with nickel or yellow brass slide tubes include three brass leadpipes with further custom leadpipe options available in silver and brass.
Changing tuning slide material and design has a profound effect on instruments. Edwards UK has many tuning slide options available on request.
"The Excalibur version of the T302 is simply the best jazz trombone that I've ever played! It has a wonderfully warm tone, but is capable of cutting right across an entire big band when necessary.
Add to that an overtone series that slots beautifully and you get what I believe to be the best jazz trombone on the market!"
Steve Wiest
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Post by Hayesmusic on Jun 19, 2005 4:54:19 GMT -5
[glow=red,2,300]Edwards Tenor Trombones[/glow]
Edwards offers two larger tenor trombones - the T350 and the T327 - allowing tenor trombonists to adapt to any performance situation.
8" or 8½" bell flares are available in a variety of wall thicknesses and tempers with soldered or unsoldered rims. In addition, you may choose from yellow, rose or red brass with a clear, lacquer finish.
An Axial Flow valve is standard on the T350. The T327 instead has a straight neck pipe, easily upgraded if the player ever wishes to added a valve. The Edwards Axial Flow valve is an open wrap design. Edge bracing is optional on the T350.
Parallel bore and dual bore slides in standard weight and lightweight configurations include three brass leadpipes with further custom lead pipe options available in silver and brass.
Changing tuning slide material and design has a profound effect on instruments. Edwards UK has many tuning slide options available on request.
The Edwards tenor trombone fulfills all of your current needs in an instrument yet can grow and adapt as your playing develops or you move into new musical genres.
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Post by charveychum on Jul 3, 2005 7:58:09 GMT -5
Hi Graham,
Just wanted to wish you all the best with your new Edwards venture! I'm sure you'll provide an excellent service to local trombonists.
Rich
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Post by Hayesmusic on Jul 16, 2005 5:38:55 GMT -5
[glow=red,2,300]For one day only - Saturday 30th July 2005[/glow]
The shop in Wickham will be closed for this date and instead you can find me at the Guildhall in Portsmouth.
Each year the Royal Navy Volunteer Bands have their open day/contest day. This event is open to all members of the public. In the morning you can witness the numerous parade displays on the Guildhall Square, later everything moves inside for the concert performance competition.
If you enter the Guildhall you will find me in the main lobby. This year I will have Edwards Trombones and a selection of Trevor J James products (saxophones and professional flutes) on view. As a brass and woodwind specialist I will be available to offer advice on sales and repairs.
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Post by Hayesmusic on Aug 26, 2005 10:21:41 GMT -5
EXPERIENCE EDWARDS I've been lucky with my trombones, started of at school with a right messy thing, but was soon rewarded for regular practice with a nice new Blessing Scholastic. Such a good little trombone that all these years later I sell them in the shop. With the advice of my teacher, Mr Terry Hext (father of Michael, who won the first young musician of the year) I moved onto Bach's with the 42B - large bore with a trigger. Although a nice trombone and suitable for many, looking back it wasn't best for me - this was reinforced when I changed to the ML Bore Bach 36. I really liked this trombone and still have it today. One thing to check with new trombones is the tuning when playing from a Bb - F (above the stave). When I joined the Marine Band all instruments had to be silver-plated. They gave me an old Boosey & Hawkes, later a Bach 36 and towards the end of my career they gave me a Rath R3. The R3 is very similar to the Bach 36 and plays very freely. For most of my life I have accepted the trombone as it is, open the box, insert mouthpiece and blow. The introduction of the Edwards Custom Trombone has opened my eyes to the subtle differences that can be achieved when you play around with some different options. The workmanship is superb and I would gladly like to see as many trombonists at the shop trying out these great bones - it really does need to be experienced. |
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Post by Patti on Oct 28, 2006 4:44:18 GMT -5
I am playing on an Edwards Bass Bone and love it alot. It is actually the one in the pic on the front page held by John Hill a good friend of mine. In my job as a Royal Marine Musician i have had the opportunity and good fortune to try out alot of different bones and i have to say the Edwards comes out at the top, and easily. The Edwards plays very freely and has some great low notes in it. (Yes , to all you who know me, including you Hayseyboy, I am still looking for them.. HA HA).
Anyway give Hayes music a visit and try one out.
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