Masterful craftsmanship Miraphone Trumpets and Flugelhorns

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Masterful craftsmanship
Miraphone
Trumpets and
Flugelhorns
TRUMPETS AND FLUGELHORNS
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Whoever considers
his own work “art”,
is captured by it
throughout.
Trumpet Model 9R
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Until the forties of the last century the center of brass
instrument manufacturing has been Graslitz in Northern
Czechoslovakia. The instruments coming from this area
soon became famous all over the world with export being
of utmost importance. The end of World War II brought a
sudden end to 150 successful year’s worth of instrumentmaking in Graslitz. The instrument makers were then
scattered all over the world.
Quality is a value that transcends time
Some of the Graslitz fugitives found their way to Bavaria,
Germany. Thirteen instrument makers founded the
“Manufacturing Cooperative of Graslitz Instrument Makers
Ltd.” in Waldkraiburg in 1946. They had only a few tools
in their possession and began with the repair of brass
instruments. Eventually they combined their rich and vast
knowledge and began to make their own instruments
under the new brand name “Miraphone”. This was the
beginning of a very successful venture, which continues
well into the twenty-first century.
The key to the quality of a musical instrument is in the
creators themselves. Their experience and skill as handcraftsmen influences each individual instrument. Not one
instrument leaves Miraphone’s production facilities without
being wholly convinced of its flawless quality. With this
credo, Miraphone has made a considerable contribution to
the world of bands and orchestras since its foundation in
1946, making it a priority to actively invest in the future of
wind music.
Instruments for people
that are in love with music
Both amateur and professional musicians have an intimate
relationship with their instrument. It means more to them
than just a piece of equipment.
This is also true for the co-workers at Miraphone in that
nearly every employee plays a brass instrument and shares
in the enthusiasm for wind music. Furthermore, Miraphone
strives to maintain an intense cooperation with renowned
artists worldwide in the researching and designing of new
ideas and innovations.
In this way we are able to create musical instruments made
by music lovers for music lovers.
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Bb Trumpet
Model 9R
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
• rotary valves with patented ATV-exchangeable
valve system, 3 valves
• bell diameter: 130 mm (5.118 inches)
• gold brass leadpipe
• nickel silver trimmings with yellow brass body
• combined gold brass-nickel silver valve section
with gold brass body
• bore: 10,95 mm (0.431 inch)
• spiral spring system
• Miraphone Minibal linkage
• first bow sideways
• water key on the tuning slide
• music lyre holder
• mouthpiece TR03
• clear lacquer
OPTIONS
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Breslmair mouthpiece shank
Haeckel wreath
available in silver or gold plate
trigger
water key on 3rd slide
consideration for individual preferences
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Bb Trumpet
Model 11
The large scale trumpet model 11
was developed in cooperation with
Mario Lorenz, trumpet player in
the Siegburg Military Music Corps
and lends itself to the classical as
well as the symphonic realm.
In comparison to the Miraphone
trumpet model 9R, the model 11
produces a larger volume of sound
with superb projection while
maintaining excellent response
due to the increased bell diameter
and larger bore measurement.
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
• rotary valves with patented ATV-exchangeable
valve system
• bell diameter: 130 mm (5.118 inches)
• nickel silver leadpipe
• body in goldbrass
• bore of tuning crook 11,25 mm (0.443 inch)
• spiral spring system
• trigger on 3rd valve slide
• first valve sideways
• water key on tuning slide
• mouthpiece TR05
• clear lacquer
OPTIONS
• available in silver or gold plate
• consideration for individual preferences
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Bb Piston Trumpet
Model M3000
In the late 1960´s to the early 1970´s, the Miraphone Company
built a piston trumpet that was considered in those times to
be an outstanding competitor. After the 70´s, Miraphone
concentrated only on rotary horns which have been in high
demand in the European market. In this same tradition of
excellence, Miraphone offers the piston trumpet model M3000.
This ”power horn“ perfectly unites Miraphone´s many years of
traditional experience with the work of famous musicians from
all over the world. This unity has yielded the production of a
high precision instrument realized by the close cooperation with
Mr. Rinner, Professor for Trumpet at the Innsbruck Conservatory
and member of the ensemble ”Blechschaden“. This trumpet is a
real highlight endowed with all the most important features
and options: musically as well as optically, allowing the trumpeters a wide variety of choices. The full round tone, clean and
clear response and perfect intonation make this instrument an
”all-round instrument“ for jazz or big band, wind, orchestral or
solo settings.
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
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piston valves
bell diameter: 124 mm (4.881 inches), formed in one piece
leadpipe: nickel silver or gold brass
body in yellow or gold brass
bore: 11,70 mm (0.460 inch)
2 water keys: on main tuning slide and on 3rd valve slide
high-quality stainless steel valves, hand-adjusted and fitted
concave mother of pearl finger button inlays
available lacquered, silver plated or gold plated
mouthpiece TR15
clear lacquer
OPTIONS
• red bronze valve section for a darker, fuller sound with
more resistance
• available in silver or gold plate
• gold plated buttons, caps and water keys
• reversed leadpipe
• custom fitted finger hook, saddle and finger ring
(3rd valve slide)
• heavy weight screw caps
• locking device for the 3rd valve
• flat mother of pearl valve button inlays
• consideration for individual preferences
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Bb Piston Trumpet
Model M3050
The new Miraphone trumpet M3050, in comparison to
the medium-large trumpet model M3000, boasts a larger
bore size of 11,8 mm (0,465 inch) and is best suited for
lead-trumpet playing in big bands, but also for symphonic
playing where a large volume of sound is required. The
optimal configuration between the valve section, leadpipe
and bell, assures an extraordinary response with an
evenness of sound in all registers. Particularly in the high
range, the new trumpet model M3050 proves exceptional
stability with a clear and open tone that locks effortlessly
into place. These characteristics allow the trumpet player
unsurpassed performance security whether it be for jazz,
classical or symphonic appearances.
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
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piston valves
bell diameter: 124 mm (4.881 inches)
nickel silver leadpipe
body in yellow brass or gold brass
bore: 11,80 mm (0.465 inch)
water key on tuning slide
water key on 3rd valve
stainless steel valves
hexagonal mouthpiece receiver
mouthpiece TR15
incl. case
clear lacquer
OPTIONS
• available in silver plate
• consideration for individual preferences
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Bb Fluegelhorn
Model 24R
The open, clear, centralized and voluminous sound
of the fluegelhorn model 24R makes it a true
”all-rounder“ for the symphonic orchestra, wind
band or mixed ensemble.
Thanks to the installation of a valve that turns right
into the air stream, the air flow is softer and more
even into the valve slide allowing an improved
legato style with all finger combinations. A light
and even response is made possible by a nickel silver
corrosion-resistant leadpipe. The specially developed
taper ensures flawless intonation in all registers.
The maintenance free Miraphone-Minibal linkage
made in one piece out of nickel silver. This ensures
higher stability and quiet, noise-free and secure
playability and long-life under heavy use and
extreme conditions. The bell is formed in one piece
and provides with an excellent sound production
and a typical, traditional warm and full German
sound making the fluegelhorn 24R from Miraphone
one of the bestselling instruments in its class.
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Bb Fluegelhorn
Model 24R
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
• rotary valve section with patented
ATV-exchangeable valve system, 3 valves
• bell diameter: 160 mm (6.299 inches)
• nickel silver leadpipe
• nickel silver trimmings on yellow brass body
• combined gold brass-nickel silver valve
section on gold brass body
• bore: 11,40 mm (0.449 inch)
• spiral spring system
• Miraphone Minibal linkage
• music lyre holder
• mouthpiece FL05
• clear lacquer
OPTIONS
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nickel silver wreath
longer leadpipe
USA shank: smaller shank for mouthpiece
available in silver or gold plate
custom fitted finger hook
trigger
water key on branch
water key on 3rd valve slide
consideration for individual preferences
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Bb Fluegelhorn
Model 25
The flugelhorn model 25 is a new development
that seamlessly follows the success of the classic
Miraphone flugelhorn model 24R.
Drilled holes in the valves ensure a free and clear
response as well as the smooth execution of slurred
passages. The bell of the new flugelhorn is a
”one-piece-bell“ made from a single brass sheet
which results in a core and stabile sound. The tuning
slide on the 3rd valve is newly positioned and the
new placements of the support joints offer optimal
response and sound projection.
The fluegelhorn model 25 from Miraphone is a real
”all-round instrument“ characterized by an excellent
sound and superb intonation ideal for the symphonic
realm as well as for wind band and ensemble settings.
A portion of the technological developments of the
Miraphone flugelhorn model 25 have also been
adopted into the flugelhorn model 24R.
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Bb Fluegelhorn
Model 25
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
• rotary valve section with patented
ATV-exchangeable valve system
• bell diameter: 140 mm (5.511 inches)
• nickel silver leadpipe
• body in gold brass
• bore: 11,40 mm (0.449 inch)
• spiral spring system
• trigger on 3rd valve slide with longer lever
• mouthpiece FL05
• clear lacquer
OPTIONS
• available in silver or gold plate
• consideration for individual preferences
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Simply Ingenious: The Patented ”ATV-System” from Miraphone
Removable valve for fast and perfect
cleaning and care – possible for the
musician to manage independently at
anytime.
Exchangeable valve for unproblematic
and swift replacement of a valve –
guaranteed to be highly repair and
service-friendly.
The Perfect Accessory for Extraordinary Instruments
Status: 19.06.2013 - Subject to modifications
Whether hobby or professional musician,
all wish to concentrate fully on their
musical performance and achievements.
For this reason, Miraphone offers a broad
assortment of accessories leaving no wish
unfulfilled.
Candidly Convincing: The Power Points of Miraphone
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Excellence in Brass ”Made in Germany“
Traditional German Craftsmanship
Traditional German Sound
All parts 100 % hand-made on the
premises in Waldkraiburg/Bavaria
• Distinguished technical know-how
• Extensive handcraft knowledge held by
all personnel
• Use of high quality, hand-selected and
proofed materials
• Vast and individual selection
possibilities
• Lifetime parts support
• Close cooperation with professional
musicians
MIRAPHONE eG
Traunreuter Straße 8
84478 Waldkraiburg
Tel. +49 (0) 8638 - 96820
Fax +49 (0) 8638 - 82863
[email protected]
www.miraphone.de