Manchester Brass Pro Flugelhorn with Gold Brass Bell!

I'd initially wanted the Doubler's flugelhorn, which I ordered along with the Doublers cornet to spread the shipping cost to Australia across 2 instruments. However, was a lead time on the Doubler's Flugelhorn at the time that was longer than my anticipation could deal with. After discussion with the ever-helpful Josh, I upgraded to this baby. I am so impressed with it. It plays superbly, and combined with the FAB5 mouthpiece has a tone smoother and sweeter than melted caramel. Range response is impressive. I gave it it's first outing at Concert Band rehearsal, playing French Horn cues and it really turned heads (in a good way :)) The highlight of the transaction was the video from Kyle who'd prepped it prior to shipping. This is a great part of the ACB service - especially for international customers - where the prospect of a return is particularly unpleasant. I highly recommend this horn, and of course Austin Custom Brass.

I could not have asked for a better buying experience. The folks at ACB are Professional, Knowledgeable and Friendly. My new horn is beautiful. I would buy from ACB again

I purchased this horn solely based upon what I knew of the quality of the Manchester Brass RL-GB along with hearing Trent's demo video. After just a few notes, I was sold! This flugel does not disappoint. Right out of the case, the valve action was crips and fast. The response on this horn just allows you to hit your target and sit on it. The slots are exceptionally even. It has been a few years since I have had a flugelhorn in my collection and I never remember it being this easy to play. I tend to classify flu gels into either "buttery" or "smokey" sounding. This, for me, fits the buttery category. The tone is rich and very easy to center. The gold brass bell helps add a warmth and sweetness to the sound and much like the RL-GB, the intonation makes this horn so easy to play. I don't want to simply say "this is a great horn for the price"....it is a great horn period!

I'm using your ACB NY 1 FD with the Yamaha shank. Tried playing "Share My Yoke", and it made me cry. Beautiful sound, even on the high "G" it was buttery. Valve action right up there with the Getzen Valve Block. Just need to find a Deluxe Valve Guard for this model. I plan on playing it at the concerts for the Symphony Band on the 11th and the Brass Band on the 14th. Thanks for the ACB jacket for the horn, this was unexpected.

Got this horn on a trade of an old Yamaha that I thought was not open enough for me. Love the look and feel, and sound is absolutely gorgeous in all registers and very easy to tune. Josh was great - super easy to work with and helpful. Looking forward to more transactions with ACB in the near future!!