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Come visit us! We love appointments and walk-ins! Our hours are back to our standard schedule:Mondays = 10a-5pTuesdays = 10a-5pWednesdays = 10a-7pThursdays = 10a-5pFridays = 10a-5pSaturdays = 10a-3pSundays = CLOSEDWe recommend arriving at least an hour before close so you have time to explore the shop without rushing. Of course, if you can't visit us you can always call us (816-410-0826). We're always happy to talk brass with you! …

SHOWS!Can't join us on the road for ITF or ITG? No worries!  Save 7.5% on most new and preowned in-stock horns with the coupon code NOSHOW24 and we'll ship from the KC shop!As a reminder, the KC shop will have limited hours this week. Please call ahead for an appointment or to check the availability of a particular horn. THANK YOU for all you do for the shop! Hope to see you this week at ITG or ITF if you're there! …

We're at not 1, but 2 shows this week! If you're a trumpeter, come hang with us in Anaheim (CA) for ITG 2024! We'll be exhibiting in the main exhibit room AND in the Granada room with Adams. Visit the ACB booth (North Tower, Salon VII) for a chance to win a FREE ACB Pocket trumpet! Josh and Miel will be in the South Tower Granada Room with Adams trumpets!If you're a trombonist, come hang with us in Fort Worth (TX) for ITF 2024! We'll be exhibiting in the main room with plenty of t …

Save over $50 on these amazing training devices from LA Phil trumpeter Tom Hooten! This sale only runs while supplies last, so act fast! With consistent practice, the Embosure will help you improve your: EfficiencyEnduranceResponseRangeFlexibilityand even your tone and projectionAn amazing embouchure development tool, the Embosure has 3 main components: The Visualizer,which includes three rims (sizes 1.5, 3, and 7) to help you to see how the lips balance inside the rim. The Aperture Set …

Due to ITG we will have reduced hours this week in the shop. Please note these hours for visiting: Tuesday 5.27 = 10a-3p  (last walk-in by 2p) Wednesday 5.28 = 10a-3p  (last walk-in by 2p) Thursday 5.29 = 10a-3p  (last walk-in by 2p) Friday 5.30 = 10a-3p  (last walk-in by 2p) Saturday 5.31 = 10a-2p  (last walk-in by 1p) We're back to our regular hours the next week