Lechgold

Lechgold at Kirstein – wind instruments with roots in brass band music

Lechgold was launched in 2014 as an own brand of Musikhaus Kirstein. The brand is strongly inspired by the brass band tradition of Bavaria and the Alpine foothills, but its range now extends well beyond traditional brass instruments. Alongside trumpets, flugelhorns, trombones, horns, baritones, euphoniums and tubas, the range also includes alphorns, clarinets, transverse flutes, saxophones and bassoons as well as bags, cases and care accessories. The multi-stage manufacturing process is complemented by final quality control at Kirstein, where wind instruments are inspected and, when required, adjusted ready for playing.

From flugelhorn to tuba: Lechgold for brass players

Brass instruments form a major part of the Lechgold range. Within the trumpet selection, players can choose from piston-valve models, traditional rotary-valve trumpets and piccolo trumpets. Depending on the model, features may include brass or gold-brass bells, nickel-silver slides, Minibal joints, triggers or interchangeable tuning slides. This makes it worth looking beyond price and appearance and considering construction, valve system, bore and your personal sound preferences.

The trombone range likewise covers different concepts, from tenor and F-attachment trombones to bass trombones. Models with brass or gold-brass bells, different valve configurations and practical adjustment options are designed for brass band, orchestral and ensemble playing. Lechgold tubas are available in different keys, sizes and valve arrangements. The Lechgold BT-18/4L Bb Tuba, for example, provides a concrete reference point for a 4/4 Bb instrument with four rotary valves. With larger instruments in particular, seating position, airflow, weight and easy access to the valves are important considerations when choosing a model.

The Premium EU-310 models are among the distinctive options in the euphonium range. The Lechgold Premium EU-310S Euphonium is fully compensating and features a 3+1 piston-valve arrangement together with a trigger on the main tuning slide. This configuration makes it relevant for players looking for an appropriately equipped instrument for brass band, symphonic wind music or demanding ensemble work.

Lechgold alphorns and woodwind instruments

The alphorn range forms a particularly distinctive Lechgold product world. The brand offers three- and six-piece instruments in different keys, woods and finishes. One example is the Lechgold Alphorn Soloist F 360 cm 3-Piece Stone Pine, which is specified as Made in Austria. If you regularly transport an alphorn, the number of sections, packed size and suitable carrying bag can be just as important as tone and playing feel.

Lechgolds woodwind range includes clarinets with German or French fingering systems, transverse flutes with different material and key configurations, and saxophones. The Lechgold BK-20/22 Bb Clarinet German provides a concrete example of a grenadilla instrument with the German fingering system. Within the transverse flute range, the Lechgold FL-19/3 Transverse Flute combines a silver-plated instrument with a sterling-silver lip plate. When choosing a woodwind instrument, relevant factors include fingering system, mechanism, materials, ergonomics and whether it is intended for lessons, community bands, ensembles or stage use.

Which Lechgold instrument is right for you?

Positive feedback on various Lechgold models repeatedly mentions workmanship, response, tone, equipment and value for money. Flugelhorns, trombones, tubas and selected trumpet models in particular are often associated with warm tonal characteristics and practical features. At the same time, response, intonation, ergonomics and blowing resistance can be perceived differently from one model to another and from one player to the next. A personal comparison therefore remains worthwhile, especially with larger brass instruments and more advanced woodwind models.

For beginners and players changing instruments, the priority should be a model that suits their current playing experience and is straightforward to handle. More advanced musicians often pay closer attention to tonal character, intonation adjustment, valve or key mechanism and compatibility with their preferred mouthpiece. Players looking for a second instrument for a community band, ensemble or specialist repertoire may place different emphasis on equipment and budget.

Why buy Lechgold at Kirstein?

As a Kirstein own brand, Lechgold is closely connected with the specialist wind instrument department. A particularly relevant benefit is Kirsteins own master-run wind instrument workshop, where instruments can be inspected and adjusted when required. Kirstein also provides specialist advice and the opportunity to explore instruments and equipment in its 1,600 m² showroom in Schongau.

Your purchase also includes a 3-year Kirstein warranty and 30 Day Money Back under the applicable terms and conditions. With a wind instrument, where the individual playing feel can only be fully assessed in practical use, this provides additional scope for making a considered choice.