SOLO
This instrument produces astonishingly diverse tones—it may be the most versatile trumpet on Earth for soloists.
It possesses overwhelming sound projection, filling every corner of both large and small spaces.
Its rich, creamy warm tone is affectionately known as "Dark Chocolate" at LOTUS.
LOTUS TRUMPES
【Bell】
Shape: Medium-Large Taper
Bell diameter: 140mm
・Material
Bell Stem: Copper
Bell Flare: Phosphor Bronze
By increasing the diameter of the final bell flare compared to a standard trumpet, it provides the sound with wide projection and a rich core.
The copper bell stem helps produce a wide range of tones from warm to bright, while the phosphor bronze bell flare enhances projection and adds further richness to the sound.
【Lead Pipe】
・Receiver
Medium Weight
Phosphor bronze, machined
・Lead pipe
Medium Weight
Brass, machined
Tube thickness: 0.9 mm
We manufacture our own lead pipes, ensuring precise taper and wall thickness.
It makes it easier to target the desired sound, enhances precision, and delivers a rich sound.
【Tuning Slide】
There are three options.
Yellow Brass
Phosphor bronze
Nickel silver
The material of the tuning slide significantly affects the tone and feel of playing.
You may choose two from the above.
【Valve Cap】
There are several options.
・Top cap
Light
Heavy
・Bottom cap
Light
Medium
Heavy Cap (for Third Valve)
Each model comes with a lightweight top cap, a medium-weight bottom cap, and one heavy bottom cap.
This special LOTUS trumpet is supported by a superbly designed new bell. The bell stem shape starts off quite narrow, similar to the Classic and Universal models, making note slots exceptionally easy and providing outstanding stability in the upper register. It eventually opens into a shape resembling our "MAX" bell, allowing the sound to expand with astonishing richness.
The copper bell stem responds with a remarkably warm, creamy tone at softer dynamics, capable of expressing a sweetness reminiscent of a cornet. This makes it ideal for chamber music and small jazz ensembles. But once you step on the accelerator, this bell shape unleashes its true power, erupting in a fireworks display of sound!
The sound emanating from the large phosphor bronze bell flares carries far, effortlessly filling any space with immense tone even at low volumes. Using a reed mouthpiece and a nickel silver tuning slide instead of bronze yields the killer sound of reed & commercial!
On the other hand, combining a deep cup mouthpiece with a bronze tuning slide produces a sound that warmly envelops the listener—hardly what you'd expect from a "powerful flamethrower" like nickel silver.
This model is the most versatile trumpet on the planet for soloists, and it also fits seamlessly into standard trumpet sections. It's Adam Rapp's favorite model (Ashlyn Parker's too!), and there's a reason it's gaining popularity in the blink of an eye.