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Best Baritones for Professional 2026

Perfect baritones for professional - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: February 11, 2026 • Next update: February 18, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Band For Brass Ensemble For Community Groups For Educational For Traditional Ensemble For Supporting Voice
BRANDS: Miraphone Thomann
Kühnl & Hoyer 79/4G Baritone Goldbrass - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Kühnl & Hoyer 79/4G Baritone Goldbrass

by Kühnl & Hoyer
Traditional Ensemble Supporting Voice Community Groups
Key Feature:
• Good for developing players
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable instrument
  • • Educational standard
✗ CONS
  • • May need upgrade path
  • • Limited solo opportunities

Kühnl & Hoyer 79/4G Baritone Gold BrassBb Baritone4 Rotary valvesGold brass bell and jointsGold brass inner...

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 157556
$7,227
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Kühnl & Hoyer B14/15 Bariton Royal G - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Kühnl & Hoyer B14/15 Bariton Royal G

by Kühnl & Hoyer
Community Groups Band Supporting Voice
Key Feature:
• Educational standard
✓ PROS
  • • Important band voice
  • • Ensemble foundation
✗ CONS
  • • Supporting role only
  • • Limited solo opportunities

Kühnl & Hoyer B14/15 Bariton Royal GBaritoneSpecial model from the "Royal-Line"4. Valve bore Ø: 15...

⭐ 4.7/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 209401
$7,864
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Miraphone 54L 1100 A Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Miraphone 54L 1100 A Baritone

by Miraphone
Educational Supporting Voice Traditional Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Affordable instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable instrument
  • • Important band voice
✗ CONS
  • • Supporting role only
  • • Limited solo opportunities

Miraphone 54L 1100A BaritoneBb BaritoneModel: Loimayr4 ValvesRotary valvesATV SystemGold brass bodyBell Ø: 290 mmClear...

⭐ 4.7/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 100114
$6,598
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Thomann EP 404 Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Thomann EP 404 Baritone

by Thomann
Traditional Ensemble Band Community Groups
Key Feature:
• Educational standard
✓ PROS
  • • Good for developing players
  • • Important band voice
✗ CONS
  • • Limited versatility
  • • Supporting role only

Thomann EP 404 BaritoneBb Baritone4 Rotary valves with ball jointsBore Ø: 150 mmBrass bodyLeadpipe made of nickel...

⭐ 4.6/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 173763
$658
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Thomann BF-303 Bellfront Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Thomann BF-303 Bellfront Baritone

by Thomann
Community Groups Brass Ensemble Traditional Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Important band voice
✓ PROS
  • • Ensemble foundation
  • • Affordable instrument
✗ CONS
  • • Supporting role only
  • • Basic professional use

Thomann BF-303 Bb Bellfront BaritoneBb Bellfront Baritone3 ValvesBody: brassBore Ø: 14.50 mmSolid bellBell Ø: 275...

⭐ 4.9/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 192176
$658
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Melton MWB34-L Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Melton MWB34-L Baritone

by Melton
Educational Traditional Ensemble Band
Key Feature:
• Important band voice
✓ PROS
  • • Educational standard
  • • Affordable instrument
✗ CONS
  • • May need upgrade path
  • • Basic professional use

Melton MWB34-L BaritonBb Baritone4 Rotary valvesOne-piece branchSoft valve transitionsDouble Unibal rotary valvesBell...

⭐ 4.9/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 151363
$6,544
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Miraphone 54L 0700 A Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Miraphone 54L 0700 A Baritone

by Miraphone
Supporting Voice Traditional Ensemble Educational
Key Feature:
• Ensemble foundation
✓ PROS
  • • Good for developing players
  • • Important band voice
✗ CONS
  • • Limited versatility
  • • Supporting role only

Miraphone 54L 0700ABb BaritoneModel: Loimayr4 ValvesRotary valvesATV systemBrass bodyBell Ø: 290 mmClear lacquer...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 120458
$6,158
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B&S 46-L Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

B&S 46-L Baritone

by B&S
Traditional Ensemble Band Supporting Voice
Key Feature:
• Educational standard
✓ PROS
  • • Educational standard
  • • Important band voice
✗ CONS
  • • May need upgrade path
  • • Limited solo opportunities

B&S 46-L BaritoneBb BaritoneWith four valvesBrassGold brass leadpipeInner and outer slides of nickel silverDouble...

⭐ 4.4/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 100116
$4,508
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Yamaha YEP-211 Bellfront Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Yamaha YEP-211 Bellfront Baritone

by Yamaha
Community Groups Brass Ensemble Educational
Key Feature:
• Educational standard
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable instrument
  • • Ensemble foundation
✗ CONS
  • • Basic professional use
  • • May need upgrade path

Yamaha YEP-211 Bellfront BaritonBb Bellfront Baritone3 ValvesFront ActionBell 280 mmBore 14.5 mmBrass bodyClear coat...

⭐ 5.0/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 137801
$3,188
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Peter Oberrauch Machlast Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Peter Oberrauch Machlast Baritone

by Peter Oberrauch
Band Community Groups Brass Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Affordable instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Ensemble foundation
  • • Educational standard
✗ CONS
  • • Basic professional use
  • • May need upgrade path

Peter Oberrauch Machlast BaritonesBb BaritoneModel: “Machlast"Bore 1st - 3rd valve Ø: 14.00 mm4th valve Ø”...

⭐ 4.6/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 414851
$6,984
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Cerveny CEP 531-4T TZ Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Cerveny CEP 531-4T TZ Baritone

by Cerveny
Supporting Voice Band Community Groups
Key Feature:
• Important band voice
✓ PROS
  • • Educational standard
  • • Important band voice
✗ CONS
  • • Supporting role only
  • • May need upgrade path

Cerveny CEP 531-4T TZ BaritoneBb BaritoneThomas Zsivkovits Signature modelFour rotary valvesMade of brassOval...

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 608504
$4,618
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Thomann TBH 700 GM Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Thomann TBH 700 GM Baritone

by Thomann
Traditional Ensemble Band Brass Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Good for developing players
✓ PROS
  • • Affordable instrument
  • • Good for developing players
✗ CONS
  • • Basic professional use
  • • May need upgrade path

Thomann TBH 700 GM BaritoneBb Baritone4 Rotary valves with ball joints and conical rotary valvesBore Ø: 14.7 mmLead...

⭐ 4.5/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 525338
$1,648
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Miraphone 54L 1102 AE40 Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Miraphone 54L 1102 AE40 Baritone

by Miraphone
Supporting Voice Traditional Ensemble Band
Key Feature:
• Affordable instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Good for developing players
  • • Important band voice
✗ CONS
  • • May need upgrade path
  • • Limited versatility

Miraphone 54L 1102 AE40 BaritoneBb BaritoneAnniversary Edition 2006Loimayr Model4 Valves5th Valve as exchangeable...

⭐ 4.8/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 272063
$11,768
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Thomann MBH-303 L Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Thomann MBH-303 L Baritone

by Thomann
Supporting Voice Educational Community Groups
Key Feature:
• Good for developing players
✓ PROS
  • • Good for developing players
  • • Important band voice
✗ CONS
  • • Limited solo opportunities
  • • Limited versatility

Thomann MBH-303 L BaritoneMarching Baritone in Bb3 Perinet valvesBell is made from brassBell diameter: 254 mm...

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 401029
$878
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Thomann TBH 500 M Baritone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Thomann TBH 500 M Baritone

by Thomann
Traditional Ensemble Supporting Voice Educational
Key Feature:
• Good for developing players
✓ PROS
  • • Important band voice
  • • Educational standard
✗ CONS
  • • May need upgrade path
  • • Supporting role only

Thomann TBH 500 M Baritone hornBb Baritone4 Rotary valves with ball jointBore Ø: 13.9 mmBody: BrassGold brass mouth...

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 323697
$878
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How to Choose the Best Baritones

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced baritones typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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