TBB1 Bass Trombone
The TBB1 bass trombone features the addition of double independent Rene Hagmann GEN II® valves to the Adams craftmanship. The hand hammered 254 mm yellow brass bell has a beautiful warm and rich sound in all registers. The instrument in key Bb/F/Gb/D has a large 14.3 mm bore and open wrap F/Gb attachments for sparkling clarity and extreme projection. Built with a nickel silver slide, the instrument responds effortless in any situation. The AdamsTBB1 bass trombone is a perfect choice for both the symphonic and band musician.
Technical specifications TBB1
Key: Bb/ F/ Gb/ D
Bore Size: 14.3 mm
Bell Material: One-piece hand-hammered yellow brass bell
Bell Diameter: 254 mm (10")
Valve: Double Independent Rene Hagmann GEN II®
Slide: Nickel silver outer slide, single bore
Finish: Lacquered
Gauge: 0.60
Your choice of mouthpiece is extremely personal and very important for playing pleasure. That is why we do not supply a standard mouthpiece with our instruments.
You are not average
Configure your own Adams trombone
Some people like a warmer sound. Some do not. Some people have huge lung capacity. Some do not. Some people need more playing resistance. Some do not. These are extremely personal factors that can affect an instruments design.
The Adams instrument builders like to go beyond expectations. With an in-house development and production, this means that we can fully customize your instrument according to your personal preferences.
Besides the standard configuration, Adams trombones offer a number of custom adjustments including different bells and slides to meet your personal playing style.
Bell materials
Every Adams instrument features a unique, hand-hammered bell crafted from yellow brass, gold brass, or sterling silver. Each material offers its own distinctive character, carefully made to provide musicians with a range of expressive possibilities.
Yellow Brass
A yellow brass bell is always a smart choice. As the most common material used in brass instruments, it responds directly and delivers a consistent, refined sound that suits a wide range of players.
Gold Brass
A gold brass bell colors the sound with ease and mixes beautifully, a quality many musicians value. Often chosen as the ideal middle ground between yellow brass and red brass, gold brass contains approximately 85% copper, providing a balance of warmth and projection. It adds depth to the sound, making it smooth, deep, and dark.
Red Brass
Our red brass bell delivers a larger, warmer sound compared to yellow or gold brass, making it an excellent choice for more powerful orchestral playing. Composed of approximately 90% copper, its rich tone provides greater depth and presence, ideal for musicians seeking a fuller, more resonant sound.
Sterling Silver
This bell offers a very rich and elegant sound with a more complex character compared to other materials. When played softly, it delivers a warm and thick tone, while at higher volumes, it opens up beautifully, becoming rich in overtones and adding a sparkling brilliance.
Its precise nature makes articulation easier, making it an excellent choice for soloists. While this material truly shines in the hands of experienced players, it offers rewarding nuances that can inspire musicians at any level to explore its full potential.
Slides
All Adams slides have chrome plated nickel silver inner slides to guarantee the best possible hand-slide action. To get an instrument that fully meets your personal expectations, we offer a variety of slide options.
Yellow brass offers a lively, and centered tone. Nickel silver is known for its broader and more powerful playing character. The lightweight slides ad a bit of energetic response and brilliance to the tone.
Below an overview of our slides.
Yellow brass single bore (standard) or double bore
Yellow brass lightweight single bore or double bore
Nickel silver in single bore or dual bore
Nickel silver lightweight in single bore or dual bore
Are you looking for an even more specific sound? A Red Brass bell with a Sterling Silver flare or a special combination of slide materials for instance? We love to go beyond expectations and find your perfect instrument, so feel free to contact us.
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