E.K. Blessing BTR-1266 Brass Lacquer Bb Trumpet w/ Case Made in the USA

Description

E.K. Blessing is the only maker of brass instruments producing its entire product line in Elkhart, Indiana. We are mixing new talent with a tradition of handcrafting that goes back to 1906. This has resulted in improvements across the board, along with new instruments that are consistently exceeding customer expectations.

The all new BTR-1460 Blessing Intermediate Trumpet features the newly designed #24 bell and heavier valve design targeted toward advanced students who are ready to move to a more open and broad sound. This trumpet was designed to accommodate a rapidly improving advanced student’s skills. The excellent feel and responsiveness of the hand-lapped Monel pistons and smooth first and third slide action allow the player a high level of flexibility while maintaining a sturdy foundation.

The 1460 features a medium large bore combined with a red brass leadpipe for a centered tone and a nickel mouthpiece receiver.

Blessing BTR-1460 Trumpet Features:

Key: Bb
Bore: .460-inch
Leadpipe: Standard
Leadpipe Material: Yellow Brass
Bell: 4.8-inch Two-Piece Hand Hammered
Bell Material: Yellow Brass
Valves: Monel Piston
1st Valve Slide Adjustment: Thumb Saddle
3rd Valve Slide Adjustment: Adjustable Ring
Features: #24 Two-Piece Hand Hammered Bell Design; Monel Valves; Standard Lever Water Key; Nickel Outer Slide Tubes; Nickel Mouthpiece Receiver
Case: Formed Plastic Case with Accessory Space
Mouthpiece: Blessing 7C
Finish: Lacquer, Silver, Silver with Gold Trim