I am looking for a new trumpet.?

Question:I am looking for an intermediate or professional trumpet.
If you have used it, tell me about some good features.
Thanks.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I am looking for an intermediate or professional trumpet.
If you have used it, tell me about some good features.
Thanks.

I play on a Benge - their 50th Anniversary limited edition, but other mid- and upper-range Benge trumpets have the same strengths. The large bore on these trumpets gives a more free feel when playing; there is less pressure back against you when you play. It also allows for a terrific, open sound. It does require more air than you are used to if you are currently on a smaller-bore trumpet, but learning to use more air is a good thing. The valves (assuming proper maintenance, of course) are quick, which always helps. My particular instrument is silver with a gold-lined bell, which I think aids the large bore in making the sound less edgy than a straight silver trumpet's would be.

I know people who swear by the Bach Strad models, and having tried them out, they are great instruments. Whatever you pick, I would recommend a first valve saddle rather than a trigger; it's easier to control placement with the saddle, and thus to play in tune once you get a sense of where you hit certain notes (bottom of the staff E, A on the staff or above, etc.).

Good luck; there are many great trumpets out there, so try a few out to see what suits you best.

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