From what I hear, the Lotus is more free blowing and the Thane is more "Cornetty" and Martin-like in the sound. You sound more comfortable on the Thane too. Is that the case?
That sounds close to what I remember. The Thane in this video is the 37 taper, which is a bit tighter feeling than what I’m currently using these days. The Lotus Classic compares better to my current Thane which has a larger bell. If you’re talking about a Martin Committee, I’m not too sure how the Thane compares. I’ve never owned a Martin. If you’re talking about a Martin Böhme horn, then no…the Thane has classic tone while Martin Böhme’s horns have a darker tone. Between the two horns in the video, I was absolutely more confident when playing the Thane. This Lotus Classic (old gen) did not slot too well. I consistently missed notes on that horn. The newer Lotus models have better slotting. Even then, I’d still pick the Thane for its better build quality, versatility, and playability.
@@da11king The Lotus is $5700 and the Thane Performance is $3850. I wouldn’t choose a Lotus for anything since I feel that my Thane does everything better. If I didn’t own a Thane Performance, then a newest generation Lotus Universal wouldn’t be a bad choice for all around use. I think the Lotus Universal is a fantastic playing horn, but the Thane is still my pick for multiple reasons.
@@da11king Thane’s quality is superior since it is a hand crafted trumpet versus factory made. Every part on the Thane is hand fit. This quality carries into the horn’s playability. Tuning is better, note resonance is more even, etc.
@@Alex-hp5rs I have a video comparing the 37 and 72 bells on Performance series horns. The 37 bell will have a smaller sound, more narrow and focused sound cone, better forward projection, slightly clearer articulation clarity, and a bit more blow resistance. I think the 37 bell is a great choice for all purpose playing. It can really fit any role you want. The 72 bell has a larger sound, wider sound cone, and a more open blow. I think the 72 bell is great for a soloist, or anyone who prefers the feel of a bigger horn with a huge sound. Red brass would be ideal for a soloist horn. My personal horn is a 72 gold brass bell, which gives it some of the best characteristics from both the 37 and 72 bell.
I’ve tried a lot of Lotus sizes but was not able to find something comfortable. I’ve learned that short shank mouthpieces (Lotus, Monette) don’t give me the tone I like.
@@javiermanzanares4798 Because you do not need to play a Lotus mouthpiece in order to play a Lotus trumpet. Use whichever mouthpiece is the most comfortable for you. Matching the mouthpiece brand to the horn has never given me better results than just using what I’m most comfortable with.
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The Thane is the clear winner for me. I heard more difference in the classical excerpts, for what it’s worth. Nice playing, Eric!
Thanks! I agree with you…the Thane plays and sounds superior from my personal experience.
Dig the Thane here as well. Lotus feels a little more “slippery”.
I definitely didn’t feel as confident on the Lotus.
Awesome playing either way!! You have a great melodic sense when it comes to phrasing.
Thanks! Phrasing is something that I constantly think about. I’m glad you noticed that small detail in my playing!
From what I hear, the Lotus is more free blowing and the Thane is more "Cornetty" and Martin-like in the sound.
You sound more comfortable on the Thane too. Is that the case?
That sounds close to what I remember.
The Thane in this video is the 37 taper, which is a bit tighter feeling than what I’m currently using these days.
The Lotus Classic compares better to my current Thane which has a larger bell.
If you’re talking about a Martin Committee, I’m not too sure how the Thane compares. I’ve never owned a Martin.
If you’re talking about a Martin Böhme horn, then no…the Thane has classic tone while Martin Böhme’s horns have a darker tone.
Between the two horns in the video, I was absolutely more confident when playing the Thane.
This Lotus Classic (old gen) did not slot too well. I consistently missed notes on that horn.
The newer Lotus models have better slotting. Even then, I’d still pick the Thane for its better build quality, versatility, and playability.
@ericmpena I thought Lotus was a more expensive horn? 😯. In your opinion, what would you use lotus horns for?
@@da11king The Lotus is $5700 and the Thane Performance is $3850.
I wouldn’t choose a Lotus for anything since I feel that my Thane does everything better.
If I didn’t own a Thane Performance, then a newest generation Lotus Universal wouldn’t be a bad choice for all around use.
I think the Lotus Universal is a fantastic playing horn, but the Thane is still my pick for multiple reasons.
@ericmpena never heard of Thane horns before. How does it compare to Bach or Yamaha? I will check it out thank you, sir.
@@da11king Thane’s quality is superior since it is a hand crafted trumpet versus factory made.
Every part on the Thane is hand fit.
This quality carries into the horn’s playability. Tuning is better, note resonance is more even, etc.
Have gou compared the 37 and 72 versions of the standard series? How would upu compare the two?
@@Alex-hp5rs I have a video comparing the 37 and 72 bells on Performance series horns.
The 37 bell will have a smaller sound, more narrow and focused sound cone, better forward projection, slightly clearer articulation clarity, and a bit more blow resistance.
I think the 37 bell is a great choice for all purpose playing. It can really fit any role you want.
The 72 bell has a larger sound, wider sound cone, and a more open blow.
I think the 72 bell is great for a soloist, or anyone who prefers the feel of a bigger horn with a huge sound.
Red brass would be ideal for a soloist horn. My personal horn is a 72 gold brass bell, which gives it some of the best characteristics from both the 37 and 72 bell.
@@Alex-hp5rs Here’s a link to that video: ruclips.net/video/NP2sQ8nLknc/видео.htmlsi=H-f2lvEAFZ_F9gZb
You should play a lotus mpc with the lotus trumpet for the test.
I’ve tried a lot of Lotus sizes but was not able to find something comfortable. I’ve learned that short shank mouthpieces (Lotus, Monette) don’t give me the tone I like.
@@ericmpena then why but a lotus trumpet ?
@@javiermanzanares4798 Because you do not need to play a Lotus mouthpiece in order to play a Lotus trumpet. Use whichever mouthpiece is the most comfortable for you. Matching the mouthpiece brand to the horn has never given me better results than just using what I’m most comfortable with.