the cranes elite series bd flugelhorn brings the player a third valve slide trigger at an unbelievable price. a feature normally only found in some of the most expensive instruments on the market.
for many years many intermediate brass instruments were of poor quality and served only to frustrate the player. not so with the cranes elite range of background brass.
do not judge this instrument by its affordable price, it sounds and feels as good as it looks. the cranes elite series brass instruments have surprised many professional players, looking for a quality instrument for their students to progress with.
the elite series instruments will deliver the performance and intonation that you need for band use. the valve action is smooth and consistent with the same quality feel of the rest of the instrument.
it is offered in the more popular small bore instrument making it idea for band use and very easy to blow, with a beautiful soft and mellow. pure uniform resonance and a superior tone as you would expect from the elite range. these instruments a really popular with trumpet players.
the flugel also comes complete with a superb deluxe hard case with many practical features and cleaning accessories.
specifications:
brass construction lacquer/ copper finish
small bore (0.415)
three valves (bottom sprung) precision fit monel pistons
third valve slide trigger
pearl valve buttons
6" bell
two water keys (traditional sprung cork type)
complete with deluxe carry case with shoulder straps and two carrying handles, large music pocket dust cover two mouthpiece compartments, cleaning gloves and cloth