Cornet Berp from top UK Powerseller on eBay (end time 22-Dec-09 12:27:10 GMT)

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Item specifics - Brass Instruments

Type:	Cornet	Sub-Type:	--
Brand:	BERP	Condition:	New

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Cornet BERP Features

New adjustable clamp fits around the receiver opening of any brand or model of instrument. If you play a brass instrument, there's an Ultimate BERP for you.	New adjustable resistance dial slides over four holes to let you tune the BERP to any resistance you want. Beginners can set it to the resistance that matches their ability.	Side-by-side design lets you switch between playing and buzzing instantly. You can efficiently work out passages through playing and buzzing more easily.

Explanation and Exercises

THE CLAMP
The BERP clamps firmly onto the open end of the receiver, with the mouthpiece removed. The clamp is designed to tighten around a round, hex or convex shaped opening. On some receivers which have an oversize ring at the opening, it may be necessary to push the clamp past that before tightening down. Most people prefer the Ultimate BERP to be lined up parallel to the receiver at the "three o'clock" position. You may experiment with it in other positions to determine what is best for you. Once the BERP is firmly attached, you can then alternate easily between buzzing and playing your instrument by switching the mouthpiece.

THE RESISTANCE DIAL
The dial for the trumpet, horn and cornet BERP should be positioned below the holes and pushed up to cover however much of the holes creates the desired resistance. The dial on the BERP for trombones, euphoniums and tuba should be positioned above the holes and lowered to create the desired resistance. Beginners usually have a better chance of getting a good buzz with slightly more resistance. Once a good buzz is achieved, resistance on the BERP should then be dialed similar to that on the instrument.

SAMPLE EXERCISE
This exercise routine practiced on a daily basis will give you the many benefits of working with the BERP. Play slowly, using the top treble line for trumpet, cornet and horn, and the bottom bass line for trombone, euphonium and tuba.

Clamp the BERP onto the receiver. Play the starting pitch on your instrument, then place the mouthpiece in the BERP and buzz the exercise like a siren or glissando.
Buzz the exercise again, but this time play the notes from center to center and press the valves down or move the slide to the notes that you are playing. When playing on the BERP, practice making the beginning and ending pitch sound (resonate) the same. Correct sound production will result when the air leads the way, whether ascending or descending.
Finally, play the exercise on your instrument with the same energy you used to make a consistent buzz. The embouchure should feel more relaxed than when buzzing in order to get a free, resonating sound. Always alternate between the BERP and playing on your instrument. This will give you ear training benefits and strengthen the embouchure. This exercise can also be started on other open partials up and/or down. Practice with the same routine.

First Brass are a genuine UK based Music shop and wholesale warehouse, unlike most of the instrument sellers on eBay who operate from overseas or from their garden shed. With a warehouse stocked with over 1000 different products and stock value of over 1/4 of a million pounds you can be sure you are buying from a genuine uk instrument company, the company is run and staffed by people who are passionate about music.The Virtuosi range of products offers what we believe to be the best quality and value for money products available today, you can be sure of our commitment to quality. We visit all of our factories on a monthly basis to ensure the quality of the instruments as well as to discuss and design new products, all the instruments are designed and packaged to our own specifications ensuring both quality and suitability for the UK market.

We currently sell to schools/music authorities/orchestras/brass/bands/teachers/music shops and individuals across the UK and Europe. We are so certain about the quality of the products, we offer a no quibble 7 day return policy as well as a 12 month warranty with all products from the Virtuosi range, you can buy with 100% confidence. If you are still not sure why not take a look at our feedback and see what our customers say about the Virtuosi range and our customer service.

About First Brass

Over the last 2 years we have become one of the largest retailers of musical instruments and accessories on ebay, with over 30 years experience in the music/instrument buisiness we know a good deal or two. With feedback of almost 100% we now have many thousands of satisfied customers.

The Virtuosi Range of Instruments

The extensive range of instruments and accessories from this UK company offer excellent value for money. Stands to Cases, Flutes to Trumpets, Violins to Drum kits and Student instruments to Professional instruments, you can be assured you are buying quality instruments at very low prices.

What about VAT ?

As a legitimate UK registered company (Company Reg No 5274868) all of our imported products are all import duty and VAT paid ( VAT No 857842774). Beware of many small private sellers on ebay who import items supposedly for personal use and then illegally resale them having not paid the import duty or VAT.

Are the items in stock ?

Unlike a number of UK ebay sellers who sell items that have to be shipped from abroad, all of our items are in stock here in the UK. Our Northampton warehouse currently holds around half a million pounds worth of musical instruments and accessories.

Warranty

All of our new instruments come with a 1 year manufacturers warranty supported by Virtuosi Instruments Ltd England.Your instrument will come with a warranty certificate which will be dealer stamped by ourselves here at First Brass. Should there be a problem you should contact us here at First Brass.

Payment options

We accept payment by cheque (made payable to First Brass Limited), Postal order, COC, credit/debit cards over the telephone or credit/debit card via the Paypal payment system. We do not not charge extra for any of these payment methods.

Postage/Shipping/packaging costs

Please note that the postage quoted is for Uk delivery only please email us for international shipping rates. If your item is heavier than 1kg it will be sent using parcel force 24hr, this insured service includes insurance and overnight delivery, please note a signature will be required on receipt of the item. Unfortunately this service does not cover N.Ireland or the Scottish Highlands, customers buying from these areas will have their items sent using standard service. All items that weigh under 1KG will be sent out using 1^st class mail. The cost of packing your item is included in the postage charge as is the insurance. The postage and packing fee is not negotiable.

Now you are ready to buy ?

Buying could not be easier either use the place a bid icon if it is an auction item or the buy now icon if it offers you this option. If using buy now please only press the icon once, more than once and you will be committing to buy more than one item. Cheques can be sent to First Brass Limited, Moulton Park Business Centre, Redhouse Road, Northampton, NN3 6AQ.

All payments should be received within 7 days, if paymant is not received negative feedback will be left, you will be reported to ebay as a non-payer and proceedings will be started with ebay to recover all our fees/costs.

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Postage and packaging

Item location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Dispatches to: Worldwide

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Postage and packaging	To	Service	Estimated delivery*
Free P&P	United Kingdom	Other Courier	Varies Seller dispatches within 1 day after receiving cleared payment.
Free Local Pickup	United Kingdom	Collect in person	Collect in person You can contact your seller to arrange to pay for and pick up your item.

*The estimated delivery time is based on the seller's dispatch time, the postal service selected, and when the seller receives cleared payment. Sellers are not responsible for shipping service transit times. Transit times may vary, particularly during peak periods.

Domestic dispatch time

Will usually dispatch within 1 working day of receiving cleared payment.

Return policy

If you are unhappy with the item you may return it for a full refund less the postage/packing cost and the ebay fees. The item must be returned in its original packaging, complete and undamaged.

Most Buy It Now purchases are protected by the Distance Selling Regulations, which allow you to cancel the purchase within seven working days after the day you receive the item. Find out more about your rights as a buyerand exceptions.

Payment details

Payment method	Preferred/Accepted	Buyer protection on eBay
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Postal Order or Banker's Draft	Accepted
Personal cheque	Accepted
Credit card	Accepted	Not Available

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