D’Angelico Guitars has launched all-new versions of its flagship Excel EXL-1 and Excel Style B archtops. The EXL-1 and Style B have returned with vintage-inspired pickups and aesthetic appointments honoring the roots of the brand. The EXL-1 is available in two colorways with two different pickup configurations. Inspired by John D’Angelico’s single-cutaway Excel model that was introduced in 1947, the Excel EXL-1 offers woody, articulate tone, ideal for both rhythm and lead playing. The Style B is a faithful replica of John D’Angelico’s rhythm-focused archtop and go-to model throughout the 1930s. The Style B is an old-school, non-cutaway archtop embodying the spirit of New York City jazz. With a 24.75-inch scale length and only 20 frets, the Style B offers a naturally rich, mellow tone.
Designed specifically for lead trumpet players, Bach Commercial series mouthpieces are made for those who are looking for greater depth of sound and volume when playing in higher registers. The Commercial series starts with a Classic cup, but uses a 27 throat and a 24 backbore and increases the outside mass. Commercial mouthpieces are entirely lead-free and are available in shallow and medium V-shaped cups.
