Range & Technical Data
RimsHalstead and Chidell have introduced 2 'American-style' narrow rims into the range so that the many horn players who prefer this type of rim will be able to use any of the 15 PHC cups.
| INTERNAL DIAMETER |
RIM WIDTH |
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| US-1 | 17.00mm | 3.50mm |
| US-2 | 17.00mm | 3.80mm |
For Philip Farkas, the ideal rim was one that was 'neither too large nor too small'. An ideal description for these four rims which have long been popular with the many players who find a slightly larger internal diameter rim comfortable.
| AN | 17.50mm | 3.75mm |
| AS | 17.50mm | 4.50mm |
| AM | 17.50mm | 5.10mm |
| AW | 17.50mm | 5.70mm |
To meet a demand for an internal diameter that falls between that of the 'AS' and the 'S', these two most popular rims are now available with an internal diameter of 18.00mm.
| AS-18 | 18.00mm | 4.25mm |
| S-18 | 18.00mm | 4.50mm |
The advantages of using wider internal diameter rims are immediately apparent. More of the lip is free to vibrate within the mouthpiece, which allows greater mobility over the entire range and gives the potential for developing a greater variety of tone colours.
| N | 18.50mm | 4.00mm |
| S | 18.50mm | 4.75mm |
| M | 18.50mm | 5.25mm |
| W | 18.50mm | 5.70mm |
All 12 rims are available in a choice of 3 finishes - nickel-silver, gold plate and white acetal, which is hypoallergenic, has a more constant temperature and a unique 'soft' feel. All of these rims can be used with any of the 15 PHC cups.
Cups
| BORE | DESCRIPTION | |
| SHALLOW: | ||
| 20 | 4.50mm | Designed for specialist high playing, the larger bore gives less resistance than other shallow cups |
| 20A | 4.00mm | A smaller bore and longer back-bore, giving slightly more resistance and focus |
| 20AX | 4.00mm | Extra-long cylindrical bore and shorter back-bore, for maximum control in the high register even when the lips are tired |
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| SHALLOW/MEDIUM: | ||
| 21 | 4.70mm | Medium cup with a pronounced bowl shape, for a brighter sound |
| 21A | 4.50mm | A slightly smaller bore for a little extra resistance |
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| MEDIUM: | ||
| 22 | 5.20mm | Slightly double-bowl shaped, after a Viennese design |
| 22A | 4.70mm | |
| 23 | 5.20mm | Medium funnel cup, with a very balanced response in all registers |
| 23A | 4.70mm | |
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| DEEP: | ||
| 24 | 5.20mm | More bowl shaped for a warm sonority |
| 24A | 4.70mm | |
| 25 | 5.20mm | Fairly straight sides, a deep funnel cup, giving a full, smooth sound |
| 25A | 4.70mm | |
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| VERY DEEP: | ||
| 30 | 5.20mm | Very deep Viennese-style funnel cup |
| 35 | 5.80mm | A long curved cup designed especially for low players |
The 30 and 35 cups are
designed with a heavier external cup shape.
All other PHC cups are available
with the same heavy-cup to special order.
