Charles Davis 1s/7 Trumpet

aka  the CHARLICCHIO! 

Designed by Los Angeles studio artist Charley Davis, the C. Davis trumpet line reflects the West Coast commercial trumpet tradition: quick response, centered projection, and a sound that can move from warmth to brilliance without losing its rich.

This C. Davis 1S9 medium-large Bore Bb trumpet in lacquer is an earlier example of the line, assembled by Kanstul. The 1S bell gives the horn its focus, color, and presence, while the #7 leadpipe gives a rich, easy, and strong sound. Compared with the classic 1S/2 commercial setup, the 1S/7 offers a little more room in the blow, a warmer spread, and a larger tonal canvas while still keeping the rich response associated with this style of horn.

This horn is in great shape but does have a few cosmetic blemishes. there are a few minor dings and scratches on the bell and a few towards the bow. The 1st valve top cap is slightly shorter than the others. Beyond that it looks and plays great!

Charley's career spans over 45 years, which includes hundreds of motion pictures, numerous television shows, jingles, big bands, Broadway shows, and many Las Vegas showrooms. Charley has performed with Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Bob Florence, Bill Holman, Emil Richards, Frank Sinatra, Paul Anka, Michael Buble, Ray Charles, Natalie Cole, Placido Domingo, as well as other prominent artists. He has performed for these animated TV series: The Simpsons, Family Guy, The Cleveland Show, American Dad, The Smurfs, The Jetsons (later version), Scooby Doo, and more!

In addition to his experience as a trumpet player, Charley has always been interested in the design of the trumpet. Over the years, he worked directly with manufacturers to refine the dynamics and sound of this instrument. While many famous trumpet players have manufactured instruments played by musicians in the Los Angeles studios, most of these brands have not survived. Those that have survived do so in name only without the characteristic color of the original horns. Over the course of his career, Charley has played many of these prized instruments crafted by artisans long gone. Armed with the belief that he and his fellow professionals would embrace a finely crafted trumpet of exceptional sound, Charley followed his vision and took on the task of creating a contemporary version of those venerated horns. Charles Davis Trumpet Design The legacy Trumpet designs have all but disappeared or changed once the craftsman and artist passed on. The Charles Davis Trumpet is a return to the traditions of design and sound.

Specifications:

.460 Bore

1s bell

#7 Leadpipe 

Fixed 3rd Slide Ring 

1st slide saddle 

Slide Screws 

Lever action waterkeys 

Standard Tuning slide configuration 

Sold with no case or mouthpiece 

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