Trumpet Question.?

Okay, I have about 2,300 dollars to spend. I'm think of a Bach Strad... Should I? I would like the Trumpet to be nice and bright. On my King student model, well lets just say it sucks. But it cant really reach the high notes so next year I can make the all-state band ^.^ But all i'm really asking is what is the best overall trumpet you have experience.

Trumpet Question.?
I definitely Suggest a Stradivarius. I personally own 2 of them. I love them. They are smooth, easy to keep clean, and most importantly... they sound great!


If you would like to by a Professional model, I would definitely suggest any of the Bach Stradivarius "180" series. They are wonderful instruments. If you are looking for a student trumpet, I would not suggest a Stradivarius. I hope this helps! :-)
Reply:I have a really nice Getzen trumpet, its very durable, and in the price range of 800-1780 dollars, id get one if i were you. hope this helped.
Reply:Anything by Bach or King is good. Don't buy a trumpet with rotary valves. It's not worth it. Also, if you're having trouble with the high notes, they make shallower mouth pieces to help with higher range songs.
Reply:My trumpet playing friends (I'm a saxophonist) seem to believe that today's Bach doesn't hold a candle to the pre-Selmer instrument. Consider a vintage horn, but stay away from eBay (I wouldn't buy without trying it first); an early Schilke-designed Yamaha might also be an excellent choice. I have my brother's YTR-232 from the early '70's, and more than one professional trumpet player I've known has wanted to buy it from me (it's one of those Schilke designs) because it plays easily and sounds great.


Regardless of what you buy- make sure your decision is based on how the instrument feels and sounds to you. Best wishes for your pursuits.