Carol's Giuffredi Vs. P Mauriat's PMT-75TLB Bb Trumpets

[@ladonnamartin9883]

The Giufreddi the Giufreddi with the first mouthpiece Was so smoky sounding. Very nice!

[@JonathanMilam1]

That's a hugely deep piece, LaDonna. I don't t think I could play a concert with it - but I do love its effect. :) Good to hear from you! :)

[@Bazzerine]

Nice comparison. for me, the Mauriat with the GR64 was the best sounding I think.

[@JonathanMilam1]

Thanks for commenting, Barrerine. I was surprised - but I thought the Mauriat sounded a bit better on this mic than the Giuffredi...Not what I was expecting. :)

[@Clunie999]

Hi Jonathan. Personally, as you know I prefer less bright horns, I prefer almost every mouthpiece the P. Mauriat.

[@JonathanMilam1]

I agree, and it isn't what I was expecting. :) Thanks, Heather - always great to hear from you. :)

[@rustytrubey3269]

I don't think I can hear a $1K difference, or could even tell you what a $1K difference sounds like. The bell on the CB takes some of the edge off using the 64MS and the 63Z**, at least to my ear. I think the CB is a great horn, although I might be used to its sound, as I often do my warm ups with Mr. Giuffredi!

[@emmanuelchang1818]

Have you compared the Mauriat titanium copper vs the silver plate or plain brass? What does the titanium copper add to the sound in your opinion?

[@JonathanMilam1]

Emmanuel; Great questions. Unlike some, I don't believe that the finish of a horn makes too much difference. Some difference - obviously. But in a blind test I doubt if even top pro's would be able to consistently tell a difference. This, however, is all personal opinion. :) My friend has this same model (Titanium bell and leadpipe) but in silver-plating. He is rather a power player; he moves a LOT of air through a horn. When he played this model I was amazed; the sound was powerful but still warm. I'm NOT a power player, and I lean towards a bright sound in my mind - but this horn still plays warm. I compare it consistently to a wonderful Andrea Giuffredi CarolBrass horn that I have. I prefer the intonation on the Giuffredi, and as it's a lighter horn I play the Giuffredi more often. But every time I record the two - the P Mauriat sounds better - and this is a pretty common opinion from those who listen. I attribute the warmth and projection to the Titanium/Copper bell and leadpipe. You may enjoy these threads at TrumpetHerald that addresses this model... www.trumpetherald.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1652127 www.trumpetherald.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=161513&highlight= And Emmanuel; Thanks for commenting. :)

[@emmanuelchang1818]

@@JonathanMilam1 Thank you for the detailed reply. So since it is heavier, would the P Mauriat not be ideal for a younger child? I have an 8 year old who plays an amazon pocket trumpet, but is ready for a real instrument. Thank you again!

[@JonathanMilam1]

Possibly so, Emmanuel. The bell would almost certainly be a bit firmer than a light(er) bell - like the Andrea Giuffredi, and likely more resistant to light damage like dents, etc.