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VIZI-AIR™
Making air visible!
Patent Pending
What is VIZI-AIR™? The VIZI-AIR™ is an airflow visualization training aid for brass instruments including: Horn, Cornet, Trumpet, small bore Trombone/Baritone, large bore Trombone/Euphonium and Tuba. This patent pending, educational device was originally intended for younger students, but has also been found effective for brass players of all ages. VIZI-AIR™ is a revolutionary device allowing the performer the opportunity to “see” their air based on rotation of the fan blades.
Why VIZI-AIR™? For those of us concerned with what type of sound is being produced while “buzzing” on the mouthpiece, VIZI-AIR™ takes away most of the guess work. It’s designed to show whether or not a good, air-supported vibration is occurring. If a full airstream passes through the mouthpiece, the VIZI-AIR™ will rotate. If air flow is hindered in any way, the VIZI-AIR™ will either rotate slower or not all. The player can actually see the difference and make the necessary adjustments! Whether your goal is trying to increase air production, strengthen range stability, focus on immediate air response or so many other issues involving airflow, VIZI-AIR™ can be a fantastic tool leading you or your student(s) on the right path. At the very least, VIZI-AIR™ will bring more attention to the importance of air and its association with tone production.
How is VIZI-AIR™ made? Each VIZI-AIR™ was handcrafted and then 3D printed, taking one-hour to print. They are constructed with a durable carbon fiber filament. There are six different sizes to accommodate the six most common brass instruments.
VIZI-AIR™ size options (by instrument)
#1 = Horn
#2 = Cornet
#3 = Trumpet
#4 = small bore Trombone/Baritone
#5 = large bore Trombone/Euphonium
#6 = Tuba
***The manufacturer may be able to accommodate bore sizes not listed above (European, etc) and potentially other custom requests. Contact us at vizi.air@gmail.com for more information.
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