A Warm, Expansive Addition to the Trumpet Section
With a gentler timbre than standard Bb trumpets, cornets provide an alternative for high brass players who need an instrument that effortlessly blends into the ensemble. For a high-quality, professional-grade cornet, look no further than the CN2 cornet from Adams Brass. The CN2 is an exquisite brass horn, able to layer in softer textures to a trumpet section or hold its own for a full-on fanfare moment. The gold brass leadpipe provides a powerful, free-blowing foundation for the CN2, resulting in a sound profile distinct from other high brass instruments and a warmer timbre than the Adams Brass CN1 cornet. Moreover, the shepherd’s crook affords the CN2 dynamic response and mellow sonics across the entire horn. With a design that marvelously melds focused brass-band spirit with contemporary function, the Adams Brass CN2 cornet is a stellar instrument for any high brass player looking to broaden their performance capabilities.
Note: If you have questions about selecting the right mouthpiece for this Adams Brass cornet, please contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer.
A meticulous melding of focus and function
Cornets bridge the gap for brass players between the mellow harmonics of the flugelhorn and the direct power of standard trumpets. The CN2’s large, 0.472-inch bore allows it to blend easily into a variety of ensembles, thanks to its soft, warm sonic atmosphere. Up top, a set of stainless steel valves provides smooth action and a centered, focused tonality across the entire range of the CN2. What’s more, the 1-piece, hand-hammered gold brass bell sports a 4.96-inch flare, providing the CN2 projection power akin to an Adams Brass trumpet — giving you room to dig in and go full out for the finale while retaining crucial cornet character.
Adams: generations of impeccable quality
Adams has crafted top-tier brass and percussion instruments since the brand’s inception in 1970. Founder André Adams began manufacturing trumpets and flugelhorns with a single goal in mind: to create the finest musical instruments available in the region. Similar to the story of Sweetwater, Adams quickly found success and extended its reach across the globe. All Adams brasswind instruments are built with pride and an unrelenting dedication to reliability. These spectacular horns can be seen in the hands of world-class players, such as Christian Scott, aTunde Adjuah, and Dontae Winslow, and on the marching fields of countless college and high school bands. Today, the company remains a family-run business with three generations of the Adams family pushing the art of instrument manufacturing to greater heights.
Adams Brass CN2 Features:
- Responsive, professional Bb cornet with a distinct, warm timbre that excels in wind-band and fanfare-band environments
- 1-piece, 4.96-in. hand-hammered, gold brass bell provides a wide, rich spectrum of overtones
- Gold brass leadpipe offers a powerful sound and a free-blowing feel
- 0.472-in. large bore produces a well-balanced tone with ample projection
- Short-action, stainless steel valves provide smooth, responsive action
- Rehearsal ready with included case, valve oil, slide grease, trigger oil, cleaning cloth, and slide stopper
