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A Well-designed, USA-built Student Trumpet





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Some student-level horns are designed to be transitory, with the assumption that they'll be replaced as soon as the beginner grasps the basics of the instrument. That's not the case with the Bach BTR301, a trumpet crafted specifically for ambitious students who want to learn on a premium-quality instrument. This horn not only offers easy playability and amazing tonality, but it's also rugged enough to withstand daily use. The BTR301 bears many hallmarks of a higher-end trumpet, such as a seamless yellow brass bell and top-quality monel valves, that ensure ample projection and effortless control. Budding trumpeters also appreciate the BTR301's straightforward adjustability, and its clear-lacquered brass body infuses every note with a subtle, ear-grabbing warmth. Equally suited to all types of music, the BTR301 is a worthy investment that will allow a beginner to grow as a musician.





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Beginner-friendly features and rugged construction





The BTR301 is a student-level trumpet that will remain viable well past the time when a student is ready for a step-up instrument. Its corrosion-resistant gold brass leadpipe protects the horn from impacts and moisture, while offering a level of breath resistance that newer players will find comfortable. Its 0.459-inch bore ensures a focused, colorful sound and makes playing lower notes effortless. This horn's monel valves and single-point valve guides offer smooth, quick action for playability that's second to none, while safeguarding against impact damage, moisture, and air leaks. Beyond that, the BTR301's first valve thumb saddle facilitates easy intonation adjustments, while its third valve sports an adjustable finger slide ring.





Lightweight design reinforces positive playing habits





Tailor-made for beginning students, the Bach BTR301 was built with durability and playability in mind. The BTR301's 4-13/16-inch seamless bell is made from yellow brass. The lightweight bell gives this horn a balanced feel ? essential for budding trumpeters who aren't accustomed to holding a horn in the correct position for a long time. Bad posture leads to improper breathing, off-kilter intonation, and over time becomes an ingrained habit that will need to be broken for the student to progress. The BTR301 features a clear lacquer finish, which brings a delicate warmth to your overall sound and gives the trumpet a shiny, gleaming appearance.





Building high-quality trumpets for more than a century





Back in 1918, Austrian-born trumpeter Vincent Bach began making mouthpieces. By 1924, he was employing his expertise as a musician and an engineer to craft high-quality brass instruments. Today, the Vincent Bach Corporation is headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, and they produce a complete line of American-built student, intermediate, and professional trumpets that reflect the same level of tone and playability. Bach trumpets are handcrafted using top-shelf brass to deliver the utmost in durability and performance, with a signature sound that's preferred by professionals worldwide. The brass aficionados here at Sweetwater stand by Bach trumpets ? they're world class all the way.





Bach BTR301 Trumpet Features:


Student-level Bb trumpet with premium features


Corrosion-resistant gold brass leadpipe offers a comfortable level of breath resistance


0.459-inch bore ensures a focused, colorful sound and makes playing lower notes effortless


Monel valves and single-point valve guides offer extra durability, added warmth, and ultra-smooth playability


1st valve thumb saddle makes learning how to adjust intonation a breeze


3rd valve sports an adjustable finger slide ring


Lightweight 4-13/16-inch, seamless, yellow brass bell encourages proper playing position


Clear lacquer finish brings a subtle warmth to your overall sound


Standard water keys effectively drain accumulated fluid from the trumpet


Comes with a durable case and a Bach 7C mouthpiece