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son-of-sam · High C Joined: 13 Aug 2005 Posts: 68

I can think of only 2 reasons:

1. You prefer the sound.

2. You prefer the look.

I'm not convinced that the finish on a horn makes much difference in the sound.

Do most raw brass owners let their horn tarnish to a dull, copper sort of color? Or is it possible to shine up a raw brass horn and keep it shiny, even without lacquer?

I can't imagine having a horn like a Monette or Wild Thing in a dull raw brass!

Brassmouth · TrumpetChat Moderator Joined: 13 Aug 2005 Posts: 58

You can make raw brass relatively shiny with brass cleaner or something of the like. The down-side to having a raw brass horn is the smell and discoloration it leaves on your hands. Plus the extra work you have tp put it to keep it looking nice...

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