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Wayne Bergeron's Signature Trumpet





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Designed in collaboration with famed jazz trumpeter Wayne Bergeron, the Yamaha YTR-8335LAII Custom is a versatile, pro-level horn that's primed for anything. This second-generation horn's 1-piece, 5-inch, yellow brass bell projects a brilliant, complex sound, while its lavish French bead and side seams mark it as a top-of-the-line horn. The YTR-8335LAII's 0.459-inch bore balances its air resistance for an incredibly open feel; its gold brass leadpipe offers maximum air capacity and super-quick response. The YTR-8335LAII's valve section has been completely overhauled for generation two, with a 2-piece brass casing and phosphor bronze heavy bottom caps, yielding ear-tickling overtones, especially in the middle register. You also get an upgraded water key, piston pads, and cap pads with parts culled from Yamaha's Xeno Artist series. You'll appreciate how easy it is to fine-tune the YTR-8335LAII's blowing resistance, in addition to how its gold-colored lacquer finish adds a subtle warmth to every note you play. If you're searching for a medium-weight, high-performance horn for jazz or pop applications, the Yamaha YTR-8335LAII Custom is worthy of a top-level trumpeter.





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Tailor-made for discriminating players





Serious trumpet players searching for a versatile horn will find much to appreciate in the YTR-8335LAII Custom. This medium-weight trumpet's gold brass leadpipe offers a comfortable level of breath resistance and a solid core tone, and its 0.459-inch bore permits you to create a larger-than-life sound that doesn't smear or break up when you push it hard. The YTR-8335LAII's rugged monel valves yield smooth, quick action and excellent resistance to impact damage, moisture, and air leaks, while its upgraded 2-piece brass valve casing and phosphor bronze heavy bottom caps deliver a never-ending spectrum of attention-grabbing overtones. You also get an array of Xeno Artist-derived parts ? something never before found on a Custom model ? including a water key, piston pads, and cap pads.





Hand-hammered, 1-piece bell





Constructed from yellow brass, the Yamaha YTR-8335LAII Custom's 1-piece, 5-inch bell contributes greatly to its agile response and brilliant, complex sound. The YTR-8335LAII's bell shape really optimizes the horn's response, facilitating a powerful tonal core and nimble playability. The YTR-8335LAII features a rich gold-colored finish, which adds a hint of warmth to this trumpet’s exceptional tone. Here at Sweetwater, we love the beautiful golden glow of this trumpet’s lacquer sheen.





Yamaha Custom Series brass and woodwinds





The pinnacle of Yamaha’s production brass and woodwinds, the Yamaha Custom Series comprises a stunning collection of professional-grade instruments. Meticulously crafted using a combination of hi-tech manufacturing techniques and old-world hand finishing, Yamaha Custom Series brass and woodwinds present players with a sublime playing experience, top-notch tone, and heirloom-quality construction. When you require an instrument that shines in professional settings, with a gorgeous look and a full expressive range, turn to Yamaha Custom Series brass and woodwinds.





Yamaha YTR-8335LAII Custom Trumpet Features:


Designed in collaboration with famed jazz trumpeter Wayne Bergeron


Pro-level, 2nd-generation Bb trumpet that's tailor-made for jazz and pop applications


Gold brass leadpipe offers a comfortable level of breath resistance and a solid core tone


0.459-inch bore elicits a larger-than-life sound that doesn't smear or break up when you push it hard


Rugged monel valves yield smooth action and resistance to impact damage, moisture, and air leaks


2-piece brass casing and phosphor bronze heavy bottom caps yield ear-tickling overtones, especially in the middle register


Xeno Artist-derived parts, including a water key, piston pads, and cap pads


1-piece, 5-inch, yellow brass bell exhibits an agile response and a brilliant, complex sound


Bell shape optimizes the horn's response, facilitating a powerful tonal core and nimble playability


Gold-colored lacquer finish lends a subtle warmth to your sound


Lavish French bead and side seams


Comes with a case and a TR-14B4 mouthpiece