Are B&S trumpets good?

B&S makes top quality trumpets. One of the best Bb trumpets I played, albeit for only a few minutes in the local dealer’s shop, was the B&S DX in silver plate w/ tuning bell. It comes with two bells and both played beautifully.

How much do trumpets cost used?

The good news is, used prices are low. Most YTR-2330s on eBay sell for between $300.00 and $500.00, but you can find good-condition instruments for as little as $200.00.

How much is a brass trumpet worth?

Beginner trumpets usually range in cost from $400 to $1,200. Intermediate, or step-up trumpets usually range in cost $1,200 to $2,300 and entry level pro trumpets (still largely played by advanced students) around $2,400 and up.

What is a standard Bb trumpet?

The Yamaha YTR-2330 Standard Bb trumpet is the instrument that has assisted in the development of thousands of trumpeters all over the world. The two-piece bell of the YTR-2330 Standard is crafted using state-of-the-art production methods, delivering a consistent, vibrant tone.

How can you tell how old a trumpet is?

Trumpets will usually have a serial number on either side of their center valve. Depending on the brand, the serial number can tell you when or where the trumpet was made, allowing you to determine its vintage status and age.

Do trumpets lose value?

Much like a car, a trumpet will lose value rather quickly. Adding the word “used” onto anything will decrease the selling price, and with the typical wear and tear, it will only assist with decreasing its potential value.

Why is it called B flat trumpet?

The most common trumpet is a B flat trumpet, which means when you play a C you will hear a Bb. Any note played on the trumpet sounds a whole step lower.

Why are trumpets pitched in B flat?

Most trumpets are tuned in B flat because exactly this tuning works with the optimal length of pipe in order to produce the unique trumpet timbre. Trumpets tuned in most other keys require less pipe and will produce a slightly brighter tone. Trumpets in the B flat key sound like you expect a trumpet to play.