6/10/2023 0 Comments Kanstul Meha Serial NumbersThe line includes trumpets inspired by the classic Meha the trumpet sought after by manufacturers and players all around the world. But it’s just amazing to hold any instrument when you know that it belonged to someone who contributed so much to the musical world, and the Jazz community in particular.įor those of you who aren’t as familiar as you should be with Lyttelton’s life, he was first and foremost a Jazz trumpeter from the 40s onwards, but was more recently known for his formidable career as a BBC radio broadcaster on Radio 2 (The Best Of Jazz) and Radio 4 (I’m Sorry I haven’t a Clue). The Kanstul Paris Series trumpets reflect the care and fine craftsmanship that have distinguished these iconic models for over a century. Factory condition Lightweight Large Bore For some unknown reason the owners of the French Besson trademark decided to make a new line of trumpet in the early 1980s. It’s in very good conditioned and has been well maintained. French Besson MEHA by Kanstul serial 16961 The instrument was only tested. ![]() The horns themselves were nothing out of the ordinary, among a few pro Yamaha’s an F.Besson Meha by Kanstul was probably the most interesting. This Kanstul model 1662I double trigger bass trombone was owned by a collector and a player. ![]() However, it’s not very often that the relative in question turns out to be Humphrey Lyttelton! And that’s exactly what happened the other day when the late, great Lyttelton’s son dropped off a bunch of his father’s old horns for repair. It’s not unusual for someone to drop off a load of instruments that used to belong to a relative but have been in storage since they passed away.
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