Doug elliot moutpieces
- victor
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Hello everyone. I am considering getting a Doug Elliot moutpiece. My current moutpiece is the Schilke 51 which I am very satisfied with its sound, response, projection. But not so much of its comfort. What cup Elliot would give me everything I like about the Schilke LT or XT. And what is a more comfortable support a 101 maybe?
Thank you all.
Thank you all.
- Vegasbound
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The way to get the best answer and most accurate answer to your enquiry is to talk to Doug
- victor
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Yes, I know but now that is a bit difficult for me.
Thank you.
Thank you.
- SwissTbone
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Why? Send him a mail. He can help you via Skype or even based on some pictures of you playing.
- BGuttman
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Doug may be busy, but he should eventually read this post.
There is an equivalence chart on his Web site. He also offers a few different rim shapes that may feel better than the Schilke (which I find too round).
I play Elliott LT (and LB) cups. They work for me. But everybody's different.
There is an equivalence chart on his Web site. He also offers a few different rim shapes that may feel better than the Schilke (which I find too round).
I play Elliott LT (and LB) cups. They work for me. But everybody's different.
- Doug_Elliott
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I look at Trombone Chat every day... You can talk to me right here.
For a 51 equivalent you have a choice between two series, LT and XT. 51's are usually a lot larger than the specs would indicate, so I would usually recommend the XT series if you're a strong player. But if the 51 feels like too much work especially in the high range, the LT series is a better choice.
So after making the choice of which series, you might want to try 101 or 102, and a G cup and G8 shank as a good starting point.
You said "I am very satisfied with its sound, response, projection" but not comfort. Can you be more specific?
For a 51 equivalent you have a choice between two series, LT and XT. 51's are usually a lot larger than the specs would indicate, so I would usually recommend the XT series if you're a strong player. But if the 51 feels like too much work especially in the high range, the LT series is a better choice.
So after making the choice of which series, you might want to try 101 or 102, and a G cup and G8 shank as a good starting point.
You said "I am very satisfied with its sound, response, projection" but not comfort. Can you be more specific?
- victor
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- Joined: Apr 04, 2018
First of all thank Doug for his answers and his time. Well, what I want to say is that the lip support is what I have always liked least about the Schilke. I like a little more rounded supports. On the other hand and speaking of sensations I have always had the perception that in Schilke 51 everything is far away. I don't know if I explain myself well.
Thank you
Thank you