Adams Master C Trumpet

The Adams C3/2R hidden reversed lead pipe, meticulously seamed and hand-hammered, surpasses traditional hydroformed lead pipes in quality. It is harmoniously balanced with the mouthpiece receiver and the main tuning slide, ensuring optimal resistance, easy slotting, and superb intonation across all dynamic levels. The longer lead pipe and short D-shaped main tuning slide create the tonal expressivity known from vintage C trumpets. The finger hook is not soldered directly to the leadpipe to avoid negative influences on tone quality.  

Constructed from a blend of brass and nickel components, the elongated valve casing complements the precision-engineered stainless steel valves with brass guides. Built in the Bauerfeind tradition of exceptional quality, the weight and design are perfected through rigorous testing, ensuring a rich, resonant tone that embodies our commitment to excellence. The Master C trumpet comes with two sets of individually weighted nickel silver bottom caps. Lighter caps for a brighter sound and easier coloring, and heavier caps for more center and body in the sound.

Featuring the revolutionary 'Hagstem', this adjustable valve stem technology, patented by John Hagstrom, allows for unparalleled customization of valve alignment. This innovation provides musicians with the ability to fine-tune their instrument's response and tone color, achieving perfect harmony between music, player and trumpet. A feature that easily solves challenges such as the struggle to play softly after lots of loud playing.

Experience the depth and clarity of the Master C trumpet’s bell, reverse-engineered to capture the acclaimed sound of vintage orchestral C trumpets. Its finely calibrated dimensions ensure stability, beauty, and a versatile tone color across all registers, setting a new standard in trumpet design.

The first valve slide includes an extra brass brace, enhancing the definition and clarity of every note. This thoughtful addition improves the instrument's overall sound quality, offering musicians a clearer, more defined playing experience.

With an extended 3rd valve slide, the Master Series C trumpet offers enhanced pitch control and the ability to reach a low F when extended. This feature allows for greater musical expression and versatility in performance.

The semi-cylindrical French bead enhances the feedback of sound to the performer, ultimately improving playability and sound quality. This design refinement ensures that musicians can feel more connected to their instrument, enhancing the overall playing experience.

Carefully placed casted nickel silver Z-braces ensure optimal response and tonal quality. The thoughtful balance of weight and design enhances the instrument's resonance and playability, embodying the Adams commitment to musical excellence.

John Hagstrom (Chicago Symphony Orchestra)

John Hagstrom joined the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s trumpet section as fourth trumpet in 1996. A year later, he won the Orchestra’s second trumpet position, carrying on the tradition of brass section teamwork for which the CSO is famous. Previously, he was principal trumpet of the Wichita Symphony Orchestra in Kansas and served as assistant professor of trumpet at Wichita State University.

A native Chicagoan, Hagstrom grew up listening to the CSO. He studied at the Eastman School of Music and for six years was a member of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band in Washington, D.C., where he spent three of those years as principal trumpet.