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Bâ™ TRUMPETS
Bâ™ trumpets are probably the most commonly used trumpet world-wide. Known for it's versatility, the Bâ™ trumpet is the most widely used horn for both students and professionals, alike. Many trumpet makers offer both student and professional model horns. Below you can find a description on both and determine which one is the best fit for you!
STUDENT MODELS
Student model trumpets often have features that are designed for young musicians. Some aspects of these instruments include specially designed leadpipes that make the instrument easier to play as well as adjustable third valve slide finger rings that are adjustable to smaller hands. These instruments often use parts that are easier and less expensive for companies to manufacture. This helps to cut down on the cost for the musician, but creates an instrument that is not as refined as a higher level instrument.
PROFESSIONAL MODELS
Professional trumpets are built with performance and longevity in mind. These instruments often feature parts built from the highest quality materials available and in some instances are assembled by hand. The cost of these materials and the added labor makes these trumpets more expensive but produces an instrument that has even response in all registers and dynamics. Due to the extra efforts that are made when building these trumpets they often produce a better and more consistent sound than their less expensive counterparts.
STUDENT MODELÂ Bâ™ TRUMPETS
JUPITER JTR700 STANDARD SERIES STUDENT Bâ™ TRUMPET
STUDENT MODEL
The Jupiter JTR700 is a fantastic option for a beginning trumpet student. This model is extremely durable and is designed for the developing player in mind. This instrument features a yellow brass body and bell, stainless steel pistons and features a fixed first slide thumb saddle with an adjustable third slide ring.
One unique feature of this instrument is that it can be ordered with either a molded plastic case or a backpack soft case.
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YAMAHA YTR-2330 STANDARD Bâ™ TRUMPET
STUDENT MODEL
The Yamaha student instruments have become quite popular in classrooms due to their consistency in construction as well as their durability. The Yamaha YTR-2330 is Yamaha’s current offering for a high quality student instrument. This instrument features a 2-piece yellow brass bell as well as monel valves. Monel is used on many high end instruments and has proven to be extremely durable to keep the valves working for many years. Some of the slides on these instruments are created using the same techniques as those found on Yamaha’s professional level horns.
The YTR-2330 comes with a case as well as a Yamaha mouthpiece and is available in gold lacquer. For an additional cost this same model is available in silver plate. These are extremely well-made instruments that will last a beginning student for many years.
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BACH TR-300H2 AMERICAN STUDENT Bâ™ TRUMPET
STUDENT MODEL
The Vincent Bach TR-300H2 is Conn-Selmer’s student trumpet in their trumpet line. This model features a red brass leadpipe as well as a seamless yellow brass bell. One big difference between this model and the professional instruments is the construction of the pistons. The pistons used on the TR-300H2 are made from stainless steel, a less expensive and easier construction method than the monel plated pistons found on the higher level instruments.
Like many other student models the YTR-300H2 has a fixed thumb saddle on the first valve slide as well as an adjustable third valve slide ring that can be moved to fit the student’s hands. This model comes with a molded case and a Bach 7C mouthpiece.
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PROFESSIONAL Bâ™ TRUMPETS
BACH 180S37 STRADIVARIUS SERIES Bâ™ TRUMPET
PROFESSIONAL MODEL
Often credited and criticized as the most well known professional Bâ™ trumpet, the Vincent Bach Stradivarius has been heard in professional settings since the 1920’s. The Bach trumpet that was first developed was nicknamed the “Stradivarius” of brass instruments, named after the famous string maker of the 17th and 18th centuries.
These instruments have continued their popularity due to the fantastic and rich sound they produce. The materials as well as the assembly methods used creates a trumpet that can fit into many musical settings. The most well known model if the 180-37, a standard weight trumpet with a 37 bell and a 25 leadpipe. It should be noted that the number system used on the bell and leadpipe are not an indication of their size. They were simply numbered in order that the new mandrells were created. The 37 bell is desirable due to the compact yet full sound it produces. Sound-wise this bell falls in the middle of the other popular bells and is not too bright or too dark. The 25 leadpipe is designed for ease of playing, as it helps to center the notes while aiming to help the intonation at the same time.
These instruments feature a 1st valve slide thumb saddle, 3rd valve slide finger ring as well as a dump slide on the end of the third slide to help empty any moisture that accumulates. The valves are monel plated and have proven to be extremely durable for decades of music making. A case, mouthpiece and basic care kit is included. If a professional trumpet player only had the option of owning and performing on one instrument, this Bach 180-37 would be at the top of the list!
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BACH LT180-72 STADIVARIUS PROFESSIONAL Bâ™ TRUMPET
PROFESSIONAL MODEL
Another variation of the Vincent Bach Stradivarius trumpets is the LT180-72. Utilizing the same high quality materials and assembly processes as the 180-37, this model is a “lightweight” instrument, meaning that the body and bell of the trumpet are a thinner gauge material. Players often find that these instruments respond quicker since the thinner material can begin vibrating at a faster rate. The only downside is that the sound may not remain as full at the loudest dynamics when compared to the “standard” weight versions.
The LT180-72 features a 72 bell flare, designed to produce a strong and full sound. When coupled with the lighter weight material this bell became popular for broadway and lead trumpet players since it helped to produce a broad sound that could easily become bright when played with energy. The leadpipe on the LT180-72 is a 25O (also referred to as a 25 open). This leadpipe is very close to the standard 25 found on other models, but has a larger venturi (the opening of the leadpipe directly after the trumpet mouthpiece ends). This provides an open feeling while still maintaining many of the desirable characteristics of the 25.
Just like the 180-37, the LT180-72 features a 1st valve slide thumb saddle, 3rd valve slide finger ring as well as a dump slide on the end of the third slide to help empty any moisture that accumulates. The valves are monel plated and have proven to be extremely durable for decades of music making. In many musical settings this trumpet is at home, but excels in commercial situations. A case, mouthpiece and basic care kit is included.
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ADAMS A4 SELECTED SERIES Bâ™ TRUMPET
PROFESSIONAL MODEL
The Adams A4 trumpet may be one of the truly great new instrument designs on the market today. Crafted with precision and care in the Netherlands, the Adams company has grown to become one of the finest makers of brass instruments in the world today. Due to the intimate manufacturing process and Adams’ desire to provide the perfect instrument for each customer, many custom options such as bell thickness or finish are made available as a custom order. The “selected” models are Adams’ variations that have proven to work well for many players. These combine the appropriate finish with a specific choice of materials to produce a balanced instrument.
The A4 Selected model has quickly grown to become one of the most respected Adams trumpets on the market. Originally designed with Amik Guerra, an Adams performing artist, the A4 features a heavy valve section as well as 5.5” bell that is .40mm in thickness in gold brass. Like all other Adams brass instruments, many finish options are available from silver or gold plate to a unique antique lacquer. The Selected model comes in the extremely popular satin lacquer finish. While these trumpets are fantastic for solo performance, they work well in almost any setting imaginable. Many players find the large .470 bore works well for this instrument, but Adams also offers a ML .460 bore as well. It is hard to say whether these trumpets look or play better, since extreme care and dedication has been put into the development of these instruments.
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YAMAHA YTR-8335RS Bâ™ TRUMPET
PROFESSIONAL MODEL
Yamaha trumpets are often noted for their consistency as well as their ease of playing. The YTR-8335RS is one of the most popular professional trumpet models in their catalogue. Built from the .459” medium-large bore valve section on the 8335 line of Yamaha trumpets, the YTR-8335RS includes many unique features such as a reverse leadpipe (where the tuning slide fits over the leadpipe and not inside.) This is done to help the stability of pitch due to the added length of the leadpipe.
This model includes a heavy mouthpiece receiver, often said to help the acoustics of the instrument as the sound vibrations are continued through the horn and do not dissipate like a standard receiver. Finger rings are placed on both the first and third valve slides, with no spit valve found on the third slide. This is a design benefit, as some players feel the instrument responds better without this added waterkey. The YTR-8335RS has monel plated valves, is finished in silverplate and comes with a deluxe double trumpet case that can be worn as a backpack. A Yamaha mouthpiece is also included.
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JUPITER XO 1600I PROFESSIONAL SERIES BB TRUMPET
PROFESSIONAL MODEL
The Jupiter XO professional series 1600I is a unique instrument in today’s marketplace. The biggest feature that sets this trumpet apart from other options in the .453” medium bore and was designed with lead trumpet player Roger Ingram. The instrument that was developed does excel in the commercial and lead trumpet settings, but can also work well in other genres as well. This model features two-piece valve casings, with nickel and brass. The bell is built from yellow brass, while the leadpipe is rose brass.
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Although the bore of this model is smaller than other instruments, the reverse leadpipe helps to balance the resistance of this model. The valves are built from stainless steel. These instruments come with a set of accessories including heavy and standard bottom valve caps, rounded and square tuning slides, standard pearl and light-weight metal finger buttons, and two sets of valve springs. All of these options give the player endless options for customizing the performance of this instrument. A case and mouthpiece is included.
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