Melton MWMAW24GT Bb-Tenorhorn

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Melton MWMAW24GT Bb-Tenorhorn

Melton

MWMAW24GT Bb-Tenorhorn

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 528156
Brand: Melton
Model: MWMAW24GT Bb-Tenorhorn
Category: Tenor Horns
Price: $8,027.80

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This Melton is a serious horn – built for professionals and advanced students. The Alexander Wurz design gives it incredible power and a really beautiful, focused sound. If you need a tenor horn that can cut through a large ensemble and handle demanding passages, this is a top contender.

Product Description

  • Melton MWMAW24GT Tenor Horn Universal
  • Bb Tenor Horn
  • "Universal" (Alexander Wurz)
  • Exposed embouchure
  • 4 Rotary valves with soft valve transitions
  • Conical bore: 13.5 - 14.5 mm
  • Black nickel-plated heavy bottom caps on the 1st and 2nd valve
  • 3B joint system
  • 3rd Valve slide ergonomically and practically guided upwards
  • Heavy
  • black nickel-plated screw cap on the 4th valve
  • overturned and can be gripped from the left
  • Inverted main tuning slide
  • With trigger on the main tuning slide and finished with black nickel applications
  • Narrow nickel silver rim
  • Gold brass bell
  • Bell diameter: 250 mm
  • Silver-plated
  • Including mouthpiece and GreenLine case
PROS
  • • Gold brass bell delivers a warm, resonant, and focused tone.
  • • Alexander Wurz design provides exceptional projection and responsiveness.
  • • Heavy, black nickel plating offers superior durability and a premium aesthetic.
  • • Ergonomic 3rd valve slide improves playability and reduces hand fatigue.
CONS
  • • The instrument's weight will be a challenge for younger or smaller players.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for most players.
  • • The inverted main tuning slide, while innovative, may require some adjustment to master.

Product Video

Key Features

Key Bb
Bore Size 13.5 - 14.5 mm conical bore
Bell Size 250 mm
Material Nickel Silver (rim), Gold Brass (bell), Silver-Plated
Valves 4 Rotary Valves
Weight Approximately 4.5 lbs (1.9 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'Universal' design, developed with Alexander Wurz, prioritizes balanced intonation across the range and a responsive feel, reducing the need for constant tuning adjustments.
Yes, the soft valve transitions minimize resistance, allowing for incredibly fast and clean passages without feeling 'stuck' – a real boon for technical players.
The gold brass bell imparts a darker, richer, and more focused tone compared to a yellow brass bell, offering more projection and a more refined sound overall.

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