Melton MWF10GT-L Flugelhorn

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Melton MWF10GT-L Flugelhorn

Melton

MWF10GT-L Flugelhorn

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Product Info

Article Number: 162022
Brand: Melton
Model: MWF10GT-L Flugelhorn
Price: $3,847.80

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The Melton MWF10GT-L is a serious instrument for the discerning flugelhornist. The gold brass and meticulous German engineering combine for a beautifully resonant and responsive sound. It's ideal for professionals and advanced students seeking a top-tier, expressive flugelhorn – especially those who appreciate the rotary valve action and its unique tonal character.

Product Description

  • Melton MWF10GT-L Flugelhorn
  • Flugelhorn
  • Meisterwerk Series
  • Gold brass
  • lacquer finish
  • 3 Cylinder valves
  • Bore: 11 mm
  • Nickel silver valve mechanism with bronze rotors
  • One-piece bell
  • Bell diameter: 16 cm
  • Artistic engraving
  • Trigger on the 3rd valve slide with Amado water key on the slides
  • Includes mouthpiece and case
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Gold brass construction delivers a rich, warm, and complex tonal palette.
  • • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and precise intonation.
  • • Nickel silver valve mechanism with bronze rotors promotes smooth, responsive action.
  • • One-piece bell enhances projection and focused sound across the range.
CONS
  • • The 11mm bore might feel a touch tight for some players accustomed to larger bores.
  • • Rotary valve design requires a slightly different playing technique to master.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many players.

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Key Features

Bore Size 11 mm
Bell Size 16 cm
Material Gold brass body, Nickel silver valves, Bronze rotors
Valve Type 3 Cylinder Rotary Valves
Finish Lacquer
Mouthpiece Included, likely a Melton custom model – specifics unavailable
Weight Approximately 4.5 lbs (estimated, due to gold brass construction)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Rotary valves tend to offer a darker, more blended tone, often described as ‘rounder,’ with a slightly quicker response than piston valves, but requires a different embouchure and air direction.
The artistic engraving is primarily aesthetic, but the precision of the machining involved in creating it contributes to overall quality and may have a negligible impact on resonance.
Gold brass instruments offer a richer, warmer timbre, making them excellent for players seeking a more expressive, lyrical tone – particularly suited for jazz, classical, and solo performance.

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