Description
The Adams F2 flugelhorn is the weightier relative of the F1 model. Its distinguishing features are a heavier valve block and braces, making it a good section intrument with enhanced projection and blend.
Cosmetically, its brushed lacquer finish and brass finger buttons with wooden inlays make it an instrument that not only stands out by its sound but also its appearance.
- Brushed lacquered finish
- Bore size: medium-large, 10.5 mm (0.413 in.)
- Stainless steel valve pistons
- Trigger on 3rd slide
- Two Amado waterkeys
- Case included; mouthpiece not included
Custom options:
- Bell material (gauge):
- yellow brass (0.45, 0.50, 0.55, 0.60 mm)
- gold brass (0.45, 0.50, 0.55 mm)
- red brass (0.45, 0.50, 0.55 mm)
- gold brass with nickel-silver flare (0.45, 0.50, 0.55 mm)
- red brass with nickel-silver flare (0.45, 0.50, 0.55 mm)
- Bell diameter: 150, 160 or 170 mm
Available in the Adams flugelhorn range:
| Model | Bore | Bell size (mm/in.) | Bell gauge (mm/in.) | Consider for | Why? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F1 | ML | 160 / 6¼ (also 150 or 170 options) |
0.45–0.60 / 0.018–0.024 | All-round, orchestral, solo | Lightweight, easy to play; available bell sizes and bell-material options for tonal shaping. |
| F2 | ML | 160 / 6¼ (also 150 or 170 options) |
0.45–0.60 / 0.018–0.024 | Solo, band, expressive warm lead | Heavy valve section and one-piece hand-hammered gold-brass bell produce warm, rich sound with a strong core. |
| F2-LT | ML | 170 / 6¾ | 0.50 / 0.020 | Brass band solo, banding, touring | Developed for band soloists — optimized braces, trigger on branch, heavy valve block for focused, lyrical tone. |
| F3 | ML | 170 / 6¾ | 0.55 / 0.022 | Section player, ensemble blend | Designed for blend and consistency: hand-hammered one-piece bell, heavier valve block (nickel-silver balusters with brass casing), and reliable response. |
Manufacturer’s website: adams-music.com
