Schilke Eb Cornet

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Schilke Eb Cornet

Schilke

Eb Cornet

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 551999
Brand: Schilke
Model: Eb Cornet
Category: Eb Cornets
Price: $5,223.90

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This Schilke Eb Cornet is a top-tier instrument built for serious British-style brass band players or anyone seeking a warm, powerful, and agile Eb horn. The M-bore and carefully considered mechanics offer a uniquely responsive and controlled playing experience – it's a premium-priced instrument reflecting its exceptional craftsmanship and sound.

Product Description

  • Schilke Eb Cornet
  • Eb Cornet
  • M-bore: Ø 11.42 mm (.450")
  • One-piece brass bell
  • Unsoldered flanging
  • Bell shape number 4
  • Light construction
  • Saddle on the 1st slide and ring on the 3rd slide
  • The instrument allows a greater feeling of security and lightness in the upper register when it comes to fulfilling the virtuoso requirements in a British-style brass band
  • Silver-plated
  • Case and mouthpiece included
PROS
  • • Schilke's M-bore delivers exceptional projection and warmth.
  • • One-piece brass bell contributes to a focused, resonant tone.
  • • Light construction enhances agility, especially in the upper register.
  • • Saddle/ring combination improves intonation stability and response.
CONS
  • • The silver-plating requires diligent care to prevent tarnish.
  • • High-end price point places it beyond many players' reach.
  • • Eb cornet's niche role limits versatility outside brass band contexts.

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Key Features

Bore Size 11.42 mm (.450")
Bell Size Approximately 230mm (9") - typical for Schilke cornets
Material Yellow Brass (Bell), Nickel Silver (Body)
Finish Silver-Plated
Mouthpiece Schilke 11, Custom Design
Weight Approximately 1250g (2.75 lbs) – light for a professional cornet

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Frequently Asked Questions

The M-bore focuses the sound, creating a warmer, more concentrated tone with enhanced projection – it's less 'bright' than a wider bore, better suited for blending in a band.
While it aids agility, lighter instruments can feel less substantial for players accustomed to heavier horns; it requires a slightly different embouchure control.
Unsoldered flanging allows for greater flexibility in the bell’s vibration, potentially enhancing resonance and responsiveness, a hallmark of Schilke's design philosophy.

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