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Zottola 73A

MellophoneAlto Horn⚠ Unverified

Core Specs

Cup Depthdeep

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Manufacturer Notes

Series: The "73" Series. Cup size: MEDIUM. Cup depth: DEEP. This model produces a huge sound in low and middle registers. Excellent for symphonic band. Strong embouchure required.

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The "73" Series

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Physical Feel

Resistance— Back-pressure & support

1 — Free-blowingRestrictive — 10

Rim Comfort— How kind is it on your chops?

1 — UncomfortableVery comfortable — 10

Rim Bite— Sharpness of the rim edge

1 — Very round / forgivingVery sharp / precise — 10

Tonal Character

Brightness— Overall spectral colour

1 — Dark & warmBright & piercing — 10

Tone Focus— Core vs. spread sound

1 — Spread / diffuseCentred / laser — 10

Playability

Articulation— Clarity & crispness of attack

1 — Blurry / sluggishCrisp & immediate — 10

Flexibility— Ease of slurs & pitch bending

1 — Rigid / stiffFluid & flexible — 10

Stamina

Endurance— How long before fatigue sets in?

1 — Tires quicklyPlays all night — 10

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