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I do not share shop videos normally but this one is particularly important for me to share... It's getting to back-to-school season and "new horn" season as well. This horn demonstrates that just because the horn looks cool it might not play cool. This is the famous "Augmented trumpet" we received as a trade in from ITG. The horn's terrible playability really messed with my head. In these days where so many students quit band I have to think some of the reasons are the just terribl …

One of my favorite songs and one of the first songs I learned how to improvise on when I was young! I do hope you enjoy this version of this great song! :)We are always looking for song or mini-lesson suggestions! Thanks for your continued support of ACB!

Chris just uploaded a new video  of a comparison of some of our great new  Professional Trombone options here at ACB including:  Manchester Brass  TB 01 and TB 02 ( ACB are the North American Exclusive dealers of MB) Brasspire Pro Trombone (also a US  exclusive) and the JP Rath!Be sure to shop today at ACB for these amazing horns at fabulous prices!https://www.austincustombrass.biz/trombones/ …

As some of you you might know the Trump Tariffs are now in effect which could drastically change the pricing of our entire Doublers line of instruments due to the new proposed 25% import duty. We have a large shipment coming in at the end of this month. We most likely will have to raise our rates and for this I am sorry. What I can do for anyone out there if you want to pre-order an existing instrument we will still honor our current price structure, guaranteeing you the low price. I wo …

We're honored to be participating in the Hampton Roads Trumpet Hang on Saturday May 4, from 1-4p (EST). We'll be bringing some horns from the shop (including Adams, Brasspire, Schagerl, Manchester, and JP by Taylor!), mouthpieces, and some cases and gig bags for people to try. We'll have some exclusive discounts at the show as well! Email Josh for more info if you'd like to swing through and play and hang! The HR Trumpet Hang is in Norfolk VA this year. Hope to see you there!  …