Few things can be termed “Legendary” in their time. The Kanstul 1525 Signature Copperbell Flugelhorn is one. With it’s pure Copperbell and unmistakable sound, it is simply pure joy to play. Comments to describe it have been,” The most incredible instrument I have ever played! Unbelievable!” –To–”The instrument plays itself.” These are actual comments from some World Renowned brass players. It is the one I play on our introduction video on YouTube and my website.

Many players have asked, “What makes it play so incredibly?” That can be summed up in one word–ARTISTRY. That is the artistry-craftsmanship of my father, Zigmant Kanstul. To understand this more clearly you need to appreciate the difficulties of making a brass instrument, especially a more conical instrument like the flugelhorn. What makes a brass instrument unique is it’s taper. Unlike a Flute or Clarinet a brass instrument’s taper changes dramatically from beginning to end. The sound is bouncing down this taper so changes are happening. Unless you know how to “tame the taper” you will have trouble with the beast. That’s where the ARTISTRY comes in. I have personally witnessed my father work on this. Without giving away any family secrets, let’s just say it was fascinating to watch a real artist/craftsman at work.

Some players have asked if the copperbell makes a difference. I would have to say emphatically, YES. But that is not why the Kanstul 1525 Signature Flugelhorn sounds the way it does. Because if you put a brass bell on the horn it still get’s that unmistakable sound, just not with the properties that copper gives(that will be for a discussion at another time). It has mainly to do with ARTISTRY.

ARTISTRY is defined in the dictionary as: artistic workmanship, effect, or quality. That is a good definition of my father and Kanstul Instruments, especially the Signature 1525 Copperbell Flugelhorn. I encourage you to give me a call and discover for yourself the pure joy of the Kanstul flugelhorn. Nobody stands behind the instrument the way we do. With our exclusive Lifetime Warranty and Try Before You Buy you are ensured of 100% satisfaction.

To The Music,

Jack Kanstul

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