As a middle school studnet,(7th grade), there is a school band, which im in as a trumpeteer. I am a interemediate trumpet played(in 8th grade band) and would like to buy a trumpet that ranges from 350 to 450 dollars. my current trumpet is one of those cheap trumpets that u get off ebay that have no brand. i am thinking about getting a bach tr200/300 or some yamaha trumpet.
im tihniking about geting this trumpet (ebay)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=41400&item=7316605011&rd=1

Will,

First off know that silver is NOT better. It doesn`t change the way the horn plays or anything else - if you get it, it should be because you like it, not because it`s "silver". Silver is, in general harder to keep looking good, but will last longer than lacquer which will tend to wear (especially on lower end horns) pretty quick.

Next, don`t get a TR300. They`re equal to an old Bundy and really aren`t good horns. Terribly inconsistent, ect. You`d be better off to get a TR200 (the more advanced horn... for some reason). The BEST idea, in my opinion, is to purchase a Yamaha 2335, Conn 1050B/1050, Conn Director, or Blessing ML-1. The Blessing ML-1 can be bought new for $650 and is a "professional" horn that plays pretty well. It`s not as good as a stradivarius or Xeno, but it`s an OK horn, especially for the money.

Good luck and email me if you have questions!
Aaron N.

u think i could get any of these trumpets new for 450 or les?

oh, and im not interested ina cornet......

Will,

None of the horns I pointed out are cornets, and no, you probably won`t be able to get a /new/ horn for that. Used horns are just fine - if you want a new one, save up $1600 and get a good horn. If you only have $500 to spend, get the best thing you can for your money - a good used horn. Conn 1050B`s are great as are Yammy 2335s.

Cheers!
Aaron M.

Getzen severinsen model on ebay! perfect price and great horn. especially the ones from the 70`s. also the 700 eterna getzen would be about the same price on ebay.(that`s what i play). Give the Getzen a look. lots of music stores will have the 700 eterna and you can probably try it out. the bore size probably would fit you well and they have great valves and if you ever want to play jazz, Getzen is a great choice.

Derek,

Do you like Getzens?

Cheers!
Aaron N.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=16214&item=7317629733&rd=1
that`s the page to ebay with a getzen severinsen horn

and yes i like getzen very much. i could never play a different horn in concert without feeling like a traitor. I put lots of faith into my getzen 700s. i want a one of the new custom ones but i don`t have 2,500$

I`m happy with my 180-37 Strad now that I got the valves aligned, solder blobs removed and horn frozen. I`m also a big fan of my Yamaha Chicago C trumpet and P5-4 Picc. I`ve not used a Severinsen Getzen before, but I`ve heard they`re fabulous.

I certainly can sympathize with your not wanting to spend $2.5k on a horn. I spent $2k on my P5-4, $3k on my C and $1100+300 on my Bb.

Cheers!
Aaron N.

what about this http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=64373&item=7317118317&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

what u think about tis one
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=16214&item=7318101863&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW
also, are you a profesinal trumpeteer?
can u give me som tips?
im getting ready for high school band(even though ima 7th grader)

Will,

Buy that ML-1! You won`t get a better horn for $375.

No, I`m not a professional though I am majoring in trumpet performance at the University of Miami next year. I hope to be a professional.

Tips? Get a good private teacher NOW. Don`t wait until later - if I had gotten a teacher in seventh grade I`d be so much better than I am now. Seriously, a teacher can and will make a tremendous difference in your playing.

Also, make time to practice! You won`t get better if you don`t make time to do it. No excuses. I put in 4 hours a day, but I don`t have the time to put 4 hours in a day. I make the time though....


Cheers!
Aaron Norlund
www.trumpetherald.com

im chinese, so this summer i am going to china to visit my relatives. my mom says that you could get yamamha trupets cheap in china (good quaility). u tihnk i could?

ooo and good luck in ur university