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I've just landed from a week of prototyping with my friends at Adams. It was a fantastic week. Working with Miel's energy and creativity is always inspiring! Here's a brief video of the new design:I'd say the new A1 model is brighter than the A2 but not as bright as the A5. It's going to be an excellent commercial and versatile horn for anyone looking for sparkle and brilliance in the sound. Adams periodically redesigns their models but since they don't want to make more than 10 models they …

Fall is Here!It's starting to be "sweater weather" here in Kansas City! Such a beautiful season in our new home city.Lot of exciting news at the shop. I'm really pumped about the fantastic new trumpet Adams built me (see pic above). Check it out here!Speaking of videos, I've been devoting more time to my videos. Check out our Show-and-Tell, Mini Lessons, and more on our Youtube Page.As always, I'm so thankful for your support of ACB! We'd be nothing without you.-T Fun SWAG!Tis the season …

Hey FB! I hope everyone is having a super weekend! I'm heading home from a quick trip to DC for a friend's wedding and while I'll be in the shop next week Patrick and Kyle are both out on vacation. So this upcoming week we are going to ask for appointments only and please be patient as your orders might be delayed a day or two for shipping.This shop will be closed on Saturday the 12th. Chris, Josh, and I will be doing our best to keep up and it will be fun for me to get my hands dirty …

The Endsley Collection The collection is starting to make it's way to the web store! A Few things to note:1. If you see the listing of the horn it's still available (the "sold out" is only because we are not running the sales directly.2. The price is a suggested estimate price by ACB and the estate. Any fair and reasonable offer (which actually might be above the estimated price) will be considered. Email us and we will help.3. All sales are going through the family directly and not ACB. This …

FYI I had a blast with my friends at the TBJ (one of THE BEST podcasts out there...) Thank you Andrew Hitz and Lance LaDuke for the opportunity to bore you incessantly about the power of gold-plated water key screws!Listen here:http://www.pedalnotemedia.com/the-brass-junkies/tr...I love the topic list they compiled. That alone should compel you to listen for at least 18 seconds. In this fun and lively discussion, we cover:Trumpeting Renaissance ManMoving to Kansas City from BostonImpossible …