[Trombone-l] D slide: An ageing bass trombonist with no imagination needs to know

[Keith Marr]

An ageing bass trombonist with no imagination needs to know:

What are the advantages of having a D slide for the second valve on an independent set-up? I see Weril are offering it as part of the outfit with their Gagliardi GG295WL Bb/F/Gb/D which I'm considering buying as a back-up horn (Yes I have been warned the slide might need a set-up.).

I'm sure a lister talked about this a few years back but can't remember what was said and don't know what to search for in the archive.

Cheers!

Keith in Bb/F/D
Bass Trombone: St Albans Symphony Orchestra and Page Three Big Band
Soloist: Alto, Tenor and Bass Trombones