Some comments from our customers...

"I am struck by the openness and better matching of sound quality of the B-flat and F sides as well as the improved sound quality of the very lowest pitches."

"At last, I can now concentrate on making music and not worry or get frustrated by the poor response and heavy resistance of the conventional valve."

"Unexpected solidity of the very top notes of my register was a surprise."

"The response felt instantaneous and the projection was just perfect. Finally, a horn that actually aids the player in tone production and doesn't mock his maximum effort."

"After converting my 50B into a 'super weapon', I hear the inadequacies of the traditional rotary trigger and ten-turn wrap-up. I am so pleased with what is happening:
    Bigger breaths, but not as tiring
    Quicker response
    Low end - fatter sound
    Better control of pp - sound tail off later
    Pedal image, better sound."

"The whole dynamic range is better than ever before."

"I am absolutely amazed at its response. The ff's are easier to reach and the note doesn't 'split up'. There is no "stuffiness" of resistance. It's absolutely incredible."

"The instrument produces a much more rich and full sound. Technical passages once avoided on the trigger now work with great ease and a beautiful sound."

"I can't get over the thrill of playing with the Thayer valve. It brought me immediately steps closer to my ideal and saved me hundreds of hours practicing tone and range."

"It was the overall improvement of the instrument that made me a true believer in your valves. I feel much closer to the music. The sounds coming out of the bell simply sound more like the image in my head."

"For the same effort I get three times as much sound out of my (Thayer valved) horn... more volume, more core, more definition, consistent tone, etc., etc., ad infinitum"

"It has the feel of a straight horn with the technical maneuverability of a valved horn."

"There is not a single physical aspect of trombone playing that your valve does not improve. I feel that your valve design is the most significant change since the invention of the valve itself."

"...and boy, it works fantastic!"

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