Taylor Trumpets
Custom Shop
The past few years have seen the introduction of the Phat Boy flugel and the Vulcan series.. Both started life as Custom Shop Specials.  Proof that something can come of pushing the boundaries that little bit further.  We have continued to keep pushing those parameters, and here are a few examples of what we have created since the last Custom shop page was introduced.
A very usable 4valve.

I’m sure some of you might be thinking that some of these might be going just a little too far.  If its any reassurance, I will not let a Custom Shop horn leave our premises that does not play.  These all play.  In fact some are even used on a regular basis.  I love that.  

While it’s nice to create something as eye candy for the show cabinet its an even bigger thrill to see that horn taken out and gigged!
The Jazzophone.  A sax shaped flugel.  So Kool.

Eye candy.  Vulcan and Phoenix Custom builds.  Lots of 24ct Gold Plate and Nickel, plus a custom built Wiseman case specially made to match.  All very sweet indeed.  This pair is not for the show case, they will get used.

A Sgt Pepper horn that ‘actually plays’.   

Hope you enjoy the horns and get a buzz from what can be done.  And remember, some of this thinking and engineering ‘will’ filter down to the mainstream eventually.  Don’t look so worried, it’s the same deal in all form of development.  Its only by pushing at the envelope that you find new and exciting alternatives.
Chrysler 300 inspired. In Black cherry and nickel finish. Some very radical engineering required on this one.
An example of a special Custom Shop finish.




Artwork often plays a big part in Custom Shop designs.  Here are few examples where the artwork contribution is the main factor.  This can be painted, engraved or sculpted.
Fancy hand engravings.

Above: An airbrushed portrait.
Right: A very subtle portrait inside a Phat Boy bell.

Yes, this really is airbrushed on!   



This is the most ambitious and complex build we have ever done.  The result is either stunning, or disgusting, depending on you personal aesthetic viewpoint.  Do I care? Not in the least!  I personally love this one and to make it all the more worthwhile it plays great.  Howard Wiseman made a special one off Batman black leather case to finish off the whole package.  (Check out the Wiseman cases website for more information on these Rolls Royce of instrument cases)  Smile or weep, one thing for sure, you won’t ‘not’ have an opinion on this one!

So you can see it before all the finish and artwork was done. There is NO filler in this horn.

…and the last word to Batman Himself……

 

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