The Adams A5 is perfectly suited for the commercial trumpeter looking for a lightweight trumpet with excellent intonation, slotting, and response. When we initially designed this instrument we thought it was only going to cater towards the commercial/lead trumpeter, but now we find that many of our classical artists looking for an easy-playing instrument for “pops” work also like this horn a lot.
Need help choosing your options? Give us a call at (816) 410-0826 and we'll be happy to discuss your custom A5 build.
(Adams Selected Model: .40 Brass Bell, Gold lacquer finish)
| Pitch | Bb |
| Bore | L .460" (11,7 mm) |
| Bell | 1 piece |
| Bell diameter | 4.9" |
| Leadpipe | Adams3ML |
| Receiver | Fixed receiver |
| Valves | 3 x top center stainless steel |
| Bell Thickness | 0.40 MM - 0.45 MM - 0.50 MM - 0.55 MM |
Sold with an Adams Gard Bag
(If you would like to order a mouthpiece, click here!)
Custom Bell Gauges:
- The thinner the gauge of the bell results in a more energized, faster response.
- The ticker the gauge of the bell will result in more stability and density to the sound
Bell Materials:
Yellow Brass
This bell is an excellent mix of materials for all round work as this material is very versatile. The sound is clear and brilliant at all dynamic levels, with a good core and great projection. This alloy is ideal for lead trumpet, commercial playing and studio work. Also a good choice for principal trumpet players in symphony orchestras or someone who is looking for good crispness to the articulated sound.
Gold Brass
Like the yellow brass bell this is a very versatile horn - a near perfect blend of warmth and projection. The gold brass brings a depth to the sound which is very smooth, rich and dark, however it is still a lively and agile trumpet. It responds quickly and has good projection without getting as brilliant as the yellow brass bell. We find it to be suited to a host of applications: be it in the jazz soloist, the crossover artist, the classical soloist, or someone who is looking for depth to sound while still retaining projection.
Red Brass
The Red Brass bell material is an ideal choice for the soloist who is looking for the richest, warmest, thickest sound available. Higher in copper content than our other two bell choices this provides the player with the smoothest transitions from note to note. Articulations are veiled (although with a lighter Red Brass bell option it is greatly improved) and sound shape is overall a bit wider in shape.
Sterling Silver
We do offer all Custom Series Trumpet Models with a solid Sterling silver bell. Sterling silver is a very versatile material but also much more dependent on the individual’s particular ability level. Therefore we recommend this bell option for the serious amateur or professional. The general characteristics are the bell is much darker and thicker when played at soft to medium volumes. When this bell is pushed the higher overtones are much more present and the result is a wonderful sound with great “sparkle.”
Finishes:
Raw Brass
This is actually no finish. The raw material of the instrument is only polished.
Silver Plated
This finish will liven and energize the sound slightly.
Gold Plated
This finish will leave the sound very similar to the original raw state.
Clear Lacquer
The instrument keeps the look of the raw material.
Gold Lacquer
A gold tone is added to the clear lacquer.
Copper Lacquer
A copper tone is added to the clear lacquer.
Antique
Colored lacquer which gives the instrument a typical antique look.
Prior to ordering please check our Shipping and Returns policy.
If you have any questions please send us an email or give us a call at (816) 410-0826! We also offer several financing options.
Also note weight indicated in the ad is shipping weight not actual weight of instrument.
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Truly Enlightening!
First off, I would like to thank the exquisite craftsmen at the Adams factory in Holland for their incredible work, as well as Trent himself for his fantastic service and help during the process. I've been in the market for a new horn for quite some time now, and had tested just about everything out there. Prior to this purchase, I was playing primarily on a trumpet that didn't quite fit me, and while I had some success with it, I always felt like I was working too hard, and that it didn't quite feel like "home". I had been in the shop numerous times over the past two years, and always loved the A5, and felt a sense of unity in it that I had yet to feel in my older horn. So, like any smart investor, I decided to purchase it! Despite the fact that this horn is marketed as a "commercial" horn, it is perhaps the most versatile instrument I've ever played. I am quite the crossover player, playing principal trumpet in a symphony orchestra, two concert bands, lead trumpet in a big band, and jazz trumpet in a combo, and I have found immense success in each environment. While I absolutely adore the work I can do on this in the big band and jazz setting, I also love the sound of this horn in the orchestral/solo environment, as it allows me to explore a bright, French-style color, as well as a dark, German-esque sound with the right mouthpiece. All in all, this horn is a keeper! I have yet to stumble across a horn that fits my needs as a player more than this one, and I can't imagine that I ever will.
