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New for 2024, the F2-LT is a collaboration between the manufacturer and Adams flugelhorn artist Helen Williams, introducing innovative features that facilitate performance at the very highest level.
Its design integrates the lightweight bottom caps and branch of the Adams F1 model and the resonant F3 bell with the heavy F2 valve block, resulting in enhanced lyrical qualities and a tonal spectrum that shifts effortlessly from dark and round to clear and open.
New features include a trigger innovatively placed on the branch (connecting the bell to the valve-block) allowing a more compact and comfortable grip, an extra water key on the first valve, and brace positioning to optimize resonance and response.
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