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 Posted: Wed Aug 22, 2007 12:29 pm
So yeah, I got a new trumpet this summer, and along with it came a 3C mouthpiece. So I'm like, yeah, cool, I'll try it.
Now, don't go saying anything about using a 7C for so long. I was using a 1 1/2C before the new trumpet. And dad was all like, you need to play the 3C, not the 1 1/2C. So I complied. But I couldn't play for crap. I'm serious. I couldn't get a single note out. And the notes above the staff? Forget it. And out very first show is like, nothing but above the staff.
So I switched back to the 1 1/2C, and could play perfectly. Shazzam. I told my dad, and then he starts getting on my case about buying like, 2-3 3C mouthpieces because that's what I should be using. I'm like 'I'm sorry, but I can't play with that!"
So yeah, is the fact that I can't play a 3C bad? I may use it for concert season, but for the marching season I defiantely need the 1 1/2C. Oh, and I'm a sophmore in high school. >_>
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Posted: Sun Sep 09, 2007 12:26 pm
Man you plai whatever you want to play.I play a 3c personallly because it gives me a better rrange than the 7c and it has a better tone than a 1 1/2 c.but thats me personally.meaning you might have a better tone on a 1 1/2 c than i do. You tell your dad its about hwat you like personally,not hwat he likes or hwat he thinks you need.
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Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2007 7:12 pm
Go ahead and use what ever mouth piece you'd like to use. But following what your dad was saying it would be a good idea to learn how to play with the 3C. I understand its hard right now but it'll get easier as you get use to it. I have 4 mouth pieces that I switch between pretty regularly sometimes I'll even use all 4 during one performance. I use a 3C for Marches and Marching Band. 5C and 3C for jazzier stuff, 10 1/2 C for lower register music 7C for normal concert music and all 4 for musicals depending on what it is.
So it depends really on what type of tone you're looking for or what you like to play with.
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Posted: Tue Sep 11, 2007 3:36 pm
actually the 13A4A is the best for playing high and low..its also great for jazz, marching and concert...you should try that...ive played on it for a while it has a shallow cup too and well...youll see...
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Posted: Sun Oct 14, 2007 9:11 am
I alternate between two myself, but for the most part, for you, I'd suggest a Monette B3. They're expensive, but worth it. If you're looking to squeal GGs, get an Allen Vizzuti or Bobby Shew lead from Yamaha.
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Posted: Wed Oct 24, 2007 9:13 pm
Yes. I use a 7c. But then it is the school's instrument and I have no money to buy myself my own MOUTHPIECE at least.
or maybe i might.
What would u recommend and how much would it cost?
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Posted: Fri Oct 26, 2007 1:11 pm
Flutietoot01 Yes. I use a 7c. But then it is the school's instrument and I have no money to buy myself my own MOUTHPIECE at least. or maybe i might. What would u recommend and how much would it cost? For you, I'd recommend trying out one of those Kelly plastic mouthpieces in 7C. They're extremely bright, really cool-looking, and aren't affected by nasty temperature change in terms of tuning. Excellent for outside use, but fine indoors too. Inexpensive, as well; I paid $20 for a brand new one. For those non-believers out there, I auditioned for All-State my senior year in HS on a clear red Kelly 7C and made 4th chair out of 20-something. Don't be dissin' the plastic.
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Posted: Sat Oct 27, 2007 4:45 pm
Jan Koetsier Flutietoot01 Yes. I use a 7c. But then it is the school's instrument and I have no money to buy myself my own MOUTHPIECE at least. or maybe i might. What would u recommend and how much would it cost? For you, I'd recommend trying out one of those Kelly plastic mouthpieces in 7C. They're extremely bright, really cool-looking, and aren't affected by nasty temperature change in terms of tuning. Excellent for outside use, but fine indoors too. Inexpensive, as well; I paid $20 for a brand new one. For those non-believers out there, I auditioned for All-State my senior year in HS on a clear red Kelly 7C and made 4th chair out of 20-something. Don't be dissin' the plastic. My band director said I should get off the 7C as soon as possible last year. He said it was more of a beginner mouthpiece. It came with the student horn that I got way back when in 5th grade, and I could totally understand that. But different things work for different people. Personally I refuse to go back to it, even for concert band, since I can get everything I need with tone and rage with it in the concert setting.
Now that marching season's over, I've decided to go down to the 3C, which is what my lesson teacher suggested. I'm sad that the season's over crying
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Posted: Sun Oct 28, 2007 1:24 pm
They make Kelly plastics in 5C and 3C, too. =D
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Posted: Sat Nov 03, 2007 8:29 am
I've always played on a 7C. Works for me.
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Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2007 5:29 pm
[ ] I started out on a 7C until my old band director said that we had to march with a 3C or 5C. I got a 3C and I've been using it since. []
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Posted: Wed Nov 14, 2007 4:36 pm
I'm playing on a 7C, since I started trumpet pretty recently. I'm primarily a flute/piccolo player, so the high notes aren't too difficult for me. The low notes are hard though, so I don't want to go any smaller until I get a lot better on those. But what's a good (cheapish) brand for metal 5Cs or 3Cs?
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Posted: Thu Nov 22, 2007 4:53 pm
I like the 3c the best so far... redface
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