Much more than a brand name, OIRAM is a concept with a minimalist approach that reflects the philosophy of the famous words of Bauhaus architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe: “Less is More” and “Gott steckt im Detail”. Mario Garzaniti creates stylistically neutral forms, which are charged with emotional and symbolic imagination, thanks to an elegant design based on dependable materials and structural perfection.

The OIRAM light trumpet is lightweight, sleek and ergonomic. The structural stability of the instrument is ensured by two longitudinal braces that allow the suspension of the bell and the leadpipe to the valve block. The stop screws on the first and third slide serve to stabilize the slides.

Visually, this simplified configuration intensifies efficacy of the airflow.
The principle of the twin-tube leadpipe refines the shape and also reinforces the awareness of continuity from the mouthpiece to the bell. The valve casing recalls the design of the OIRAM flugelhorn.
The technical and mechanical elements that are not in direct contact with the moving air are made of alpacca, while the elements that transport the air and which create the “sound” are made of brass, according to the acoustical requirements.
The OIRAM light is available with three different bells (OIRAM light I, II and III).

• ML bore: 11.7 mm (0.461″)
• One-piece hand-hammered bell
• Bell material: yellow brass
• Bell diameter: 135 mm (5.319″) (see note below)
• Finish: raw brush finish
• No case or mouthpiece

This trumpet has been babied by its current owner and is in like new condition. This trumpet was made by Hub Van Laar himself shortly before his death. This trumpet is fitted with the larger, Oiram II bell, providing a bit more spread to the sound.