The Best Trumpets for Beginners
The trumpet may not be the easiest wind instrument to play, but this doesn’t mean you should not give it a chance! It has many fans, and if you try it, you will probably become one too.
But specially if you are a beginner trumpet player, you probably won’t like to invest a lot of money in a brand new instrument. And you may not like the idea of renting or buying a second hand one either. Luckily, we have found some quality and affordable options that we would like to show you.
Take a look to our selection and choose yours according to your taste and budget.
Glarry Brass Bb Trumpet
Glarry Music is the producer of the first trumpet on our list. It is made of solid brass on its body and lead-pipe, with cupronickel tuning slides. The 4.88 inch bell mouth achieves a brighter, well-centered and more vibrant sound. Besides, it comes with a 7C silver color mouthpiece, perfectly suitable for any student or beginner.
This trumpet is perfect for those beginners who are looking for a nice trumpet at the best price posssible, and with all accessories needed to keep it in perfect conditions.
- Solid yellow brass with cupronickel tuning slides
- Available in golden, black and silver
- Includes a 7C mouthpiece, gloves and a hard case
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Jean Paul USA TR-330
Still one of the favorites for those beginners and intermediate learners, this Jean Paul USA model in key of Bb is one the best options if you are looking for a trumpet with a good quality-price ratio.
Before receiving it, your trumpet will be tested twice: first at the factory and then by a skilled professional. And if something went wrong, there is a 1 year warranty. The company is committed to bring you a positive user experience and an excellent customer service.
- Solid trumpet with an excellent gold lacquer finish
- Smooth valves that produce a warm and resonant tone
- With many accessories perfect for beginners: a sturdy carrying case, cleaning cloth, gloves and mouth piece
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Mendini by Cecilio MTT
Mendini by Cecilio trumpets give us a similar and alternative option for beginners and band students. Despite of its affordable price, this model produces a clear, well-balanced sound in the Bb key.
It also comes with a set of accessories, such as a hard case with straps, a silver plated 7C mouthpiece, or a bottle of valve oil among others, for a perfect storage and maintenance.
- Features a phosphorus copper lead mouthpiece
- With a 1 year warranty against any manufacturer’s defects
- Available in different beautiful lacquered and plated colors (red, black, purple, blue…)
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Yamaha YTR-2330
If you are looking for a trumpet to take playing seriously and reach at least an intermediate level, this Yamaha Bb model is what you need.
Despite at first it may seem a little pricey, Yamaha is known for producing musical instruments (among other things) of the highest quality, which makes it always a good choice. This model in particular produces an impressively rich and vibrant tone thanks to its light two-piece brass bell.
- Crafted using state-of-the-art production methods
- The latest and lighter version of Yamaha’s main student trumpet
- With a balanced weight for a natural hand position that promotes the right playing technique
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Kaizer TRP-1000
The Kaizer company has also a trumpet for those beginners looking for an affordable but solid musical instrument. The TRP-1000 model has valve pistons made of stainless steel, which prevents corrosion with the pass of time and reduces friction.
Besides, Kaizer provides you with a lifetime warranty, while they allow you to test their trumpets for 45 days. During this trial period, you can return yours and get a full refund of the purchase in case you are not happy.
- Equipped with a standard 7C mouthpiece isuitable for student players
- Lifetime no-hassle warranty for manufacturing defects providing a proof of purchase
- Available in different lacquered colors over a solid yellow brass (black, purple, blue…)
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LJ Hutchen Bb
Specially crafted for students, the LJ Hutchen model is a resistant trumpet made to suffer poor maintenance. This has been taken into account when choosing the materials of the trumpet and the case included with the purchase.
This company is determined to offer a perfect intonation, and this is shown in its stainless steel valves design. These valves are built tight to avoid air seeping, achieving with this a more consistent sound and intonation.
- Includes a luxurious ABS impact-resistant case
- Features a 7C sized mouthpiece and stainless steel valves
- Lacquer finish and rose brass lead pipe for a warmer and clear tone
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Hawk WD-T311
The Hawk trumpets come in different colors, from gold and silver to more modern red, purple, green or white. This model in the key of Bb is a good choice for beginners, specially kids, because it is lighter and a little smaller than other similar trumpets.
It includes a case and a 7c mouthpiece that produces a clear and pleasant sound, though it can be lighter than other trumpets: just take this into account if this is not what you are looking for.
- Features quick and responsive valve action
- Light, durable, and very easy to play for beginners
- Includes a carrying case that can be used as a backpack
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Eastar ETR-380
Eastar offers a perfect choice for beginners and intermediate learners, with a more-than-basic trumpet.
Available in golden and nickel color, the ETR-380 model is not only an outstanding Bb trumpet but also beautiful, with a polished bright finish. Besides, Eastar has more than 20 years of manufacturing experience and offers a high quality control system, testing each instrument individually.
We love the valves, more specifically, as it is clear that Eastar has put a lot of dedication on them. The pistons are very smooth and easy to press, making the trumpet very playable and giving you the feeling that you are using a more professional (and expensive) instrument.
- With a 12- month warranty support
- Features a patent design durable saliva key
- Plenty of accessories included for a perfect storage and maintenance: hard case, cloth, white gloves, valve oil, and a complete cleaning kit.
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EastRock Standard Student Trumpet
EastRock is an alternative to Eastar for trumpet beginners. In this case, we have chosen the nickel plated option, a little more affordable and shiny.
The sound produced by this Bb toned trumpet is powerful and bright, with an excellent vibration. Its valves are pre-oiled and smooth, with alloy pistons that maximize sound quality.
As with many other models for students, the EastRock standard trumpet comes with a sturdy case and cleaning accessories.
- Pre-oiled smooth and durable valves
- Bell mouth with integrated welding technology
- Waterproof resistant nylon case with padded straps and multiple pockets
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D’Luca 500
D’Luca musical instruments are quality inspected once they arrive to the US, to make sure they work perfectly. Besides, this company offers 1 year manufacturer warranty in its products, which gives some piece of mind to those who are investing money in a brand new instrument.
This model made of brass with a white lacquer finish will make a distinction among other learners, giving a touch of personality to practical sessions. It features quality stainless steel pistons, quick and smooth to the touch. Besides, it produces a rich and clear sound, thanks to its brass lead pipe.
- 1 year D’Luca manufacturer warranty included
- Features quality stainless steel pistons with white pearl key inlays
- Includes a lightweight case with D’Luca patented back strap design and other accessories, such as a silver plated 7C mouthpiece, gloves, a cleaning kit with valve oil and brushes
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Glory Brass Bb Trumpet
The Glory standard trumpet has a very affordable price and a good intonation. The sound it produces is clear and crisp. It also comes with a light hard case, a pair of white gloves and polishing cloth, which makes it an even better inversion.
Of course, it cannot be compared to a professional trumpet, specially at this price, but if you are a fresh starter and do not want to feel the stress of managing an expensive trumpet, Glory is the best option.
Our recommendation is to oil the valves in first place, to avoid they can get stuck.
- Excellent balance and intonation
- Easy to play, finely tuned before being dispatched
- Made with solid brass and available in different beautiful colors
