Carol Brass "Morgana Model" Trumpet - Vintage Soul, Modern Precision
Experience the legendary warmth and character of 1940s New York Bach trumpets, reimagined with modern precision and reliability by NYC artist Carol Morgan.
Step into the studio or onto the stage with an instrument that bridges musical eras – capturing the soulful, complex tonal colors that made vintage New York Bach trumpets legendary, while delivering the consistency and intonation that today's professional demands require. The Morgana Model represents a unique collaboration between NYC trumpet artist Carol Morgan and Carol Brass, meticulously designed to provide the wide palette of colors and nuanced expression that serious musicians crave. This isn't just another professional trumpet; it's a carefully crafted homage to the golden age of brass making, enhanced with modern engineering excellence.
The Story Behind the Sound
Born from Professional Necessity Carol Morgan's quest to recreate the magic of her vintage 1940s New York Bach led to this extraordinary collaboration. Working closely with Carol Brass and consultation from Lou Gagliardi at HighScream Brass of Houston, every specification was chosen to capture that elusive vintage character while providing modern reliability and precision.
Vintage Character, Modern Reliability The Morgana Model delivers the complex harmonic richness and tonal flexibility that made 1940s instruments legendary, without the inconsistencies and maintenance challenges of actual vintage horns. You get the best of both worlds – inspiring vintage sound with dependable modern construction.
Why the Morgana Model Redefines Professional Performance
Red-Brass Leadpipe Magic The slow-tapered, red-brass leadpipe provides a warm baseline tonal color that blooms into rich harmonic resonance as dynamics increase. This carefully designed taper delivers the complex overtone series that gives the Morgana its distinctive vintage character and exceptional responsiveness across all playing levels.
Harmonic Coloring Excellence The reversed D-style tuning slide configuration enhances harmonic complexity, providing the tonal colors favored by both jazz and classical professionals. This design choice adds depth and richness to every note, allowing for unprecedented expressive range.
Sweet, Compact Core Projection The standard weight (.024") bell with slow taper (#37) and 123mm (4 7/8") diameter creates a focused, sweet core that projects beautifully without sacrificing tonal warmth. This carefully balanced bell design ensures your sound cuts through ensemble textures while maintaining musical beauty.
Impeccable Intonation Engineering Every aspect of the Morgana's design prioritizes accurate intonation and playing efficiency. The result is an instrument that plays in tune naturally, allowing you to focus on musical expression rather than pitch corrections.
Perfect for Discerning Artists
Ideal for: ✓ Professional jazz artists seeking vintage warmth with modern reliability ✓ Classical players who appreciate complex tonal colors and expression ✓ Studio musicians requiring versatility across musical styles ✓ Advanced students preparing for professional careers ✓ Collectors and enthusiasts of vintage-inspired instruments ✓ Musicians seeking the character of 1940s instruments without vintage unpredictability
The Carol Morgan Difference
This isn't just another signature model – it's the result of a working professional's quest to recreate the magic of legendary vintage instruments. Carol Morgan's extensive experience as a NYC artist informs every aspect of the Morgana's design, ensuring it meets the real-world demands of professional performance while honoring the tonal tradition that inspired it.
Investment in Musical Expression
The Morgana Model represents more than just exceptional value – it's an investment in musical expression and artistic growth. By combining vintage-inspired tonal characteristics with modern precision and reliability, this instrument enables the kind of nuanced, colorful playing that defines professional artistry.
Whether you're performing in intimate jazz clubs, recording sessions, or concert halls, the Morgana provides the tonal palette and expressive range that allows your musical personality to shine through.
Ready to experience the legendary warmth of vintage instruments with modern precision? The Morgana Model delivers the complex, beautiful sound that serious artists demand.
Complete professional package designed by artists, for artists.
Carol Brass "Morgana Model" - Where Vintage Soul Meets Modern Excellence
