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Re: Buffet's 2020 German Tosca

Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2019-06-28 18:20

Dear Seabreeze,

Though I believe that Wurlitzer, Gerold and other small custom makers make very fine horns, they are not infallible. My circa 1984 Wurlitzer 100Cs were by far the most evenly in tune and consistent timbre from bottom to top of any horns I played. HOWEVER, the finishing (much like the much maligned finishing on the Buffets) left something to be desired. Damping corks where consistently placed ON TOP of adjustment screws rather than on the opposing surface. That was stupid and had to be redone when I took delivery of my pair. Even paying three times the price of a typical top of the line mass produced horn doesn't guarantee perfection..........only improvement.

But yes, if Buffet is competing any where near the professional market, they will need to field a solid contender.

Dear Jd,

Seriously? I'm not speaking to the subtle differences of one Teutonic bore to another (I'm ok with the Oehler distinction......at least until I hear otherwise from German colleagues). I broadly speak of the difference from what we know here in the States vs. the German system bore over there (a really big difference).

...............Paul Aviles

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