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Alexander horns have about the same > impedance as my horns. This > requires more work for the first three to six > months, but after that > period you will be able to enter with any dynamic > at will, from the > smoothest pianissimo to the most ringing > fortissimo. Having tried a Pizka horn on many occasions, and having played both an Alexander double and descant for many years, including now, I can say that the above statement is 100% correct. Once one really masters a good Alex, or similar German horn, there is no going back. American horns now seem so difficult for me to control, with the possible exception of Yamaha, which are assembled in Michigan. Paxman horns, with the small bell, might be a close second to the Alex, but I've only had a chance to play those with the larger bells. Say, does anyone know who is selling the used Alex triple at Osmun? Has anyone played it? Love to add it to my ensemble and perhaps get rid of my other horns. Wilbert in SC mailto"[EMAIL PROTECTED] > _______________________________________________ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
