42 vs 36 bell

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bassbone1993
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by bassbone1993 » (edited 2025-09-06 1:02 a.m.)

Probably a stupid question, but is the difference between the 42 and 36 bell only the rim diameter?
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hornbuilder
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by hornbuilder »

Yes. They're formed using exactly the same processes and tools, including the mandrel they're spun on.
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Burgerbob
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by Burgerbob »

Yup. That's it. Makes a big difference, though.
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BrianJohnston
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by BrianJohnston »

Half of an inch. 8.5 vs 8.