LOTUS TRUMPETS & MOUTHPIECES ARE SIMPLY EASIER TO PLAY
THEY OFFER YOU AN INCREDIBLE SOUND, IMPROVED ACCURACY, AND THE SECURITY TO TAKE GREATER RISKS
ENJOY A STRONGER SENSE OF CONFIDENCE AND HAVE MORE FUN PLAYING THAN EVER BEFORE
LOTUS TRUMPETS & MOUTHPIECES ARE SIMPLY EASIER TO PLAY
THEY OFFER YOU AN INCREDIBLE SOUND, IMPROVED ACCURACY, AND THE SECURITY TO TAKE GREATER RISKS
ENJOY A STRONGER SENSE OF CONFIDENCE AND HAVE MORE FUN PLAYING THAN EVER BEFORE
ABOUT OUR TRUMPETS
Our 1st generation trumpets were
developed with Andy Taylor & Matt Martin in England. Early on, the horns
were being handmade in Andy's shop,
aside from our customized MAW valve
block, produced by Meinlschmidt in Germany.
We're now making 2nd Generation
LOTUS Trumpets, which are very different beasts. Working with companies across Europe that specialize in particular aspects of our operation brings us the highest quality products and services available.
Our glorious bells are now made by Bernd Sandner in Germany.
Our extended team includes various
European companies for services like
scanning & 3D printing, and consultants
such as renowned acoustic physicist,
professor Gregor Widholm in Vienna. Meanwhile, Mark Schwartz, "accountant
to the trumpet stars" lends his expertise
to our financial and legal needs from the
comfort of his home in Arizona.
In the 21st century, geography is no
barrier. Actually, the distance greatly improves our ability to assemble an all-star team. And our circle grows everyday with each new LOTUS owner or dealer who falls in love with our instruments, some of whom inevitably bring new ideas and requests; itches that we take pride in scratching for you.
ABOUT OUR MOUTHPIECES
MEET THE A-TEAM
To design our mouthpieces, we worked
with the phenomenal team of historical
brass instrument specialists, Egger in
Switzerland, who also manufactured the
mouthpieces for us until earlier this year.
Rainer Egger, Gert Friedel & Ralf
Masurat are a dream team, and it was
a huge honor getting to work with them.
Our goal has always been to bring
impeccable quality mouthpieces to as
many people as possible.
Our mission is making cutting edge, artisanal mouthpieces available at a price even suitable for children, yet designed to turbo-charge the greatest of performers.
There should be no "barrier to entry"
for anyone to have a mouthpiece that really does make the job easier. That mouthpiece should be the standard from Day 1.
We've spent an outrageous amount of time and money on optimizing our designs, introducing new models and updating all of our existing models.
We've added material options, and
incorporated the most common requests
and feedback we've received. These are
undoubtedly better mouthpieces,
and we are in LOVE with them!
We're also happy to unveil a series of
mouthpieces created to breathe new life
into your flugelhorn.
In 2023, we introduced our Generation 3 mouthpieces featuring new LOTUS Golden coating. Based on data collected from LOTUS Artists and during many in-person testing sessions with customers, we settled upon throat sizes and backbore tapers that best serve our customers. HC vs non-HC models were eliminated and we now offer one model per cup.
Additionally, the M2, S, XS and XS2 now come with our new "Marathon Rim" shape. The "Marathon Rim" was designed to be as comfortable and forgiving as possible for high-note playing. Adam Rapa changed his 2M2 and 3S to this new rim shape within a few notes of trying the prototypes. He says it it by far the most comfortable rim shape he's ever felt.
A Promise To You From Adam Rapa
"Working with such a wonderful team, united with the purpose of creating the world's greatest trumpets is a dream come true. It's been an unparalleled pleasure considering every single detail of each horn in our arsenal, and designing many of the features that set LOTUS Trumpets apart.
I've obsessed over the smallest details of my equipment for decades, and I've had the great fortune of working with some of the brightest minds in the business. Now, with the LOTUS team, we're bringing to life what I consider to be the ultimate trumpets.
This adventure began with me dreaming of creating my own, well, dream trumpet. And really, that's how it will always be: every horn we make and sell is a horn I would be proud to personally own. I make every final decision regarding the design of our horns, and I do it by play-testing in controlled experiments that lead to clear answers about what works best for myself and others.
You have my personal guarantee that there will never be a single difference between the LOTUS trumpets in my case and the LOTUS trumpets in yours. And you'll never find a player with a higher standard than mine. Rest assured, I will always be committed to providing for us both the absolute best possible gear. Period."
Meet the LOTUS Team
Adam Rapa - Main Owner
Apart from his skills as a trumpet player and educator, Adam has also played a leading role in designing our gear.
He has the unique distinction of being the only master trumpeter also at the helm of a trumpet company, which is reflected in the quality of our products.
In a play-testing situation, Adam is the team's cyborg. He can perceive the effect of even the tiniest adjustment and detect even the slightest issues with incredible accuracy.
Adam plays a Rapa 4-valve Solo trumpet as his primary instrument. He has settled most recently on our 2M Nickel Silver, 2XL3 TurboWood, 2XL3 Bronze, 3S Brass and 7XS2 Brass mouthpiece.
Charles Wagner - Head of Customer Service
Charley joined the team shortly after meeting Adam on tour with the Youngblood Brass Band. Adam handed him a prototype LOTUS horn and mouthpiece at the first rehearsal, and Charley was instantly converted -- It's no joke.
He introduced Adam to Egger Brass Instruments in Basel, where Lotus Mouthpieces 1.0 was born, and he was there testing (an obscene amount) with Adam every step of the way throughout its development. Charley manages our customer service and assists Henrik in sales and is a source of good advice and good vibes.
He plays our Lead/Solo prototype 3L2 Brass, 3M2, 3S Brass, 3XS Brass and 3XS2 and FL- 3L Brass mouthpieces.
ADAM RAPA
CHARLEY WAGNER
