Designing the ACB by Adams Coppernicus Model! Trent Austin Demo at Austin Custom Brass

A bit more on the ACB by Adams Coppernicus model! I hope you enjoy some more of the back story on how this horn came to fruition! Miel Adams and I worked on this model for quite some time (and went through several different designs as I explain) and I am so happy to say it's my main instrument for almost every musical situation!
Coppernicus is a great grab-and-go trumpet, just what I needed for touring work where convenience is key. I wanted to be able to get on a plane without needing to bring a flugelhorn, and it's also perfect for gigs where stage space is at a premium. This horn has the versatility to play in pretty much any style. Check out how sensitive it is to different mouthpieces! Playing demo starts at 4:52
You can purchase your Coppernicus model at this link below and of course if you have any additional questions please feel free to email us at [e-mail] or call 816-410-0826
www.austincustombrass.biz/cop...
I thought I would take a bit of time on my "day off" to post this informative video about the Austin Custom Brass by Adams "Coppernicus" model. Now back to some more long tones. ;-)
Here are some basic specs on the horn:
-Copper plated finish
-Poly bore setup to maximize efficiency and volume palette (overall feel is similar to a medium large horn)
-5.5 inch bell with extra large flare
-Amado water keys
-Double Shepherd's crook design
-All-new valve block design
-New leadpipe design
-Recessed caps
-Lightweight (lighter than a stock Bach Trumpet) and extremely well balanced in the hand
-Completely handmade at the Adams factory (including valve block and copper plating)
-Comes with the great Adams Gard single bag!
-Mouthpiece NOT included, but we have plenty of options if you would like to add a mouthpiece to your order.
Make sure to visit our webstore listing for some customer reviews!
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[@caroljohnson8817]

Carol Johnson Here! I love my Coppernicus! I’ve had it for about 3 months. It blows so free and clear, it’s everything Trent Says about it and more. Light weight, the finish is beautiful and tough. Doesn’t scratch easily. It sure has made a difference in my playing and sound. Changing mouthpieces gives you that dark rich Smokey tone, or the bright and brilliant projection you need for Jazz band, or March style and show tunes. I change mouthpieces for the kind of music I need to play. I have a short shank 3CSFX WHICH IS VERY DARK, and a regular trumpet shank style 3CTF but with a smaller bore than the3CSFX. Both of these are really great mouthpieces. Then I have a 3S for my Swing playing and the 3CS for my regular Concert Band playing. It also comes with one of the most beautiful cases you can imagine, made by Gard for Adams. I have had to grow into this horn and bond with it, but that has been a pleasure. I played a Swing gig this past Saturday Night and I had many compliments on my playing and sound. Plus, I wasn’t as tired as I’ve been at the end and that endurance Carried me through the night. I play 1st part, so I guess those that play Opus One know the range on that one. I’ve struggled with that piece forever, but not now! The innovation that went into this horn is felt right away as soon as you play the first notes. My other horn is a 50 year old Schilke M1. I still love it, but I needed a change and a boost. There are many wonderful Trumpets out there, but I’m so lucky I chose this horn to be my companion til the end of my road. Thanks Trent and Miel for such a wonderful instrument, built to last.

[@torsteins3078]

That trumpet sure looks and sounds sweet!

[@ChildOfKingJesus57]

Oh, yes, I wanted to say you have created a lovely trumpet with a gorgeous smooth sound!! Great playing as well!

[@austincustom]

Thank you very much!

[@epicsymphonicvistas]

Hey Trent, I can see this being a wonderful horn to use for the Mahler 3 "Posthorn" solo! What a cool horn.

[@jacobwisenbach1234]

Great stuff T. Would love too see something similar with the A1 (classical, jazz, and lead excerpts) You're awesome!

[@austincustom]

I actually have plans to do this for every single horn in the line. Had to start with my baby first 😎. Cheers!

[@rev.edwardmartinez468]

I love my Bach Strad, I would love to have a Conn, but you are convincing me that the Copernicus is a dream horn to own. Love the look and the sound.

[@JasonCBrewer]

It is a dream horn!!!!! I absolutely love mine. It is the favorite in my arsenal!!!!

GREAT!

[@darrellcrenshaw9339]

Sweet!

[@nathanielwilliford2589]

The hornet reminds of the Schagerl Raven just with pistons!

[@ronrobbins2737]

Hey Trent, what a dream-horn that is man! Wondering actually how the Sheperd's crook shape in general, influences sound and playability? My little Puje "shorty" model is slated to get a re-do with a second crook replacing the tight switchback tubing of Brent's original design.

[@hernandez-perezandroid5983]

I would have imagine this trumpet to have a flugel like tone but no not at all it sounds like a normal trumpet but it look so nice. I wold like to know how durrable would the finish on something like this bee? Im asking that because i own a laquered trumpet and after a year it got all uggly and discusting.

[@ludmilakompaniets4359]

Dear Trent that sounds lik a really interesting horn! Two questions: Is the horn avaliable with normal spitvalves (I don't like amados)? And: what is the name of that classical piece you play at 6:12? Cheers, Mike in Sweden

[@austincustom]

Charlier etude #2. I use it often to demonstrate the instruments. Yes the horn is available with normal keys but Adams makes their own Amado style keys which IMO are far superior to the original ones.

[@kennethjenkins5676]

What's that song called

[@123jokelang]

hi Austin, i wonder how much the prize of this horn this days???

[@austincustom]

My Name is Trent and there's a link in the description to the shop page! :)

[@dougdavies007]

Hi Trent, thank you so much for your overview of the Coppernicus. Although I normally play a flugel horn as I really love the rich mellow sound, I've been looking for quite some time to buy a trumpet with a similar sound. From how you have described it, I feel the Coppernicus would be perfect. I was considering either the A4 or A8, however, feel this may be a better option. Any thoughts?

[@austincustom]

I am highly biased but I truly believe the Coppernicus is exactly what you are looking for. Please feel free to call us at 816-410-0826! We have our next batch coming in a few weeks at the longest.

[@ChaplainAcosta]

The lacquered copper finish is the most beautiful finish I have ever seen. Question: what’s the difference between the Coppernicus (double shepherd's crook) and a flumpet? I love the sound, but I hear a cross between a trumpet and a flugel. Oh, it’s so beautiful!

[@austincustom]

There are many differences between this and a flumpet. I have owned three of those so feel a bit qualified to discuss. First the weight of the horn is totally different. The Coppernicus has a lovely balance and feels great in the hands. Not heavy and cumbersome like the flumpets I had. The sound shapes are very different with Coppernicus being much more versatile (check out the clip of me playing round midnight on my channel). The flumpet was much more one dimensional sound wise but an amazing sound of course. Oh and it's 1/3rd the price 😜

[@ChaplainAcosta]

Trent Austin So the deep cup really sends it to the flugel side. Just love it.

[@austincustom]

check out this video as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZ3Vg5SFYtJkras

[@ChaplainAcosta]

Trent, honest questions: What is it about a trumpet that makes it so expensive? Why can trumpets be made inexpensively? I don’t even think I’m asking accurately. Umm.. why can two equally beautiful horns be so different in price? What makes a high end horn high end? Sorry for belaboring.

[@austincustom]

This was such a good question I decided to present a mini-lesson on this topic. It's launching in a few minutes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipWZop2dZqqNa80

[@swingintrumpet3864]

So Trent, my name is Bryce. I got to speak to you and hang out with you and Pops at ITG this year. Wanna set me up with an A4LT Large bore sterling silver bell? Maybe a flugel? Maybe a Coppernicus? I’ll be broke, but maybe it’s worth it? ;)

[@austincustom]

Email us! We'd be happy to help!

[@austincustom]

[e-mail] (or call us at 781-944-6247!)

[@Melly20Feb]

Hey Trent, I'd like to be able to send you an email (if possible) to chat? My brief intro as you don't know me, I was an endorsee of DEG and Don gave me the prototype personally from his own hands (1986) and in 2018 I was at the ITG (for the premier of my trumpet concerto "BLAZE") and met Tony Scodwell who designed that valve bloc and we have been friends since and also Anthony Ryan (God Bless)? Best way might be to PM me with your address on Facebook I'll be easy to find. Thanks.

[@austincustom]

Feel free to email at [e-mail] if you'd like!

[@maxn9139]

Nothing you ever play makes me feel like any of your horns can play lead type stuff. I never know if its the horns or you just don't play lead.

[@austincustom]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipqroI2EZriKm80 (yeah I don't play lead ;-)

[@austincustom]

FYI I did play lead in a touring big band for about 8 years. I just prefer not to anymore. If you listen to the O Holy Night clip I just posted you'll see the A1 trumpet in action.