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Best Bb Trumpets Under $2,000 2026

Affordable bb trumpets under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Classical For Pop For Marching Band For Orchestra For Big Band
BRANDS: Yamaha Thomann B&S Bach Schagerl Adams Kühnl & Hoyer Schilke pBone music Startone AR Resonance
Antoine Courtois ACTOMA-8V-0 Trumpet Vintage - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Antoine Courtois ACTOMA-8V-0 Trumpet Vintage

by Antoine Courtois
Orchestra Marching Band Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Antoine Courtois ACTOMA-8V-0 Trumpet VintageQuarter Note Bb TrumpetBased on a design by Adrien JaminetThe T.O.M.A...

⭐ 4.7/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 590910
$1,428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Antoine Courtois ACTOMA-1-0 Trumpet Lacquered - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Antoine Courtois ACTOMA-1-0 Trumpet Lacquered

by Antoine Courtois
Orchestra Marching Band Classical
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
  • • Professional standard instrument
✗ CONS
  • • Valve maintenance required
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors

Antoine Courtois ACTOMA-1-0 Trumpet LacqueredQuarter Note Bb TrumpetBased on a design by Adrien JaminetThe T.O.M.A...

⭐ 4.4/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 590909
$1,428
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schagerl TR-620L Bb-Trumpet Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Schagerl TR-620L Bb-Trumpet Set

by Schagerl
Pop Big Band Marching Band
Key Feature:
• Excellent for beginners
✓ PROS
  • • Wide range of available music
  • • Excellent for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure
  • • Valve maintenance required

Schagerl TR-620L Bb-Trumpet Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Schagerl TR-620L Bb-Trumpet*Bb Trumpet*Academica series127 mm...

⭐ 4.7/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 522753
$1,073
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Schagerl James Morrison Trp. JM1X-S - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Schagerl James Morrison Trp. JM1X-S

by Schagerl
Big Band Orchestra Classical
Key Feature:
• Professional standard instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for beginners
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Schagerl James Morrison Trp. JM1X-SBb TrumpetSignature Series - James Morrison Model127 mm Gold brass bellBore: 11.82...

⭐ 4.9/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 486861
$1,814
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schagerl James Morrison Trp. JM1-S - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Schagerl James Morrison Trp. JM1-S

by Schagerl
Pop Jazz Classical
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Wide range of available music
  • • Great for all musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors
  • • Learning curve for proper technique

Schagerl James Morrison Trp. JM1-SBb TrumpetSignature SeriesEasy response and powerfulbrilliant sound127 mm Gold brass...

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 473574
$1,744
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Schagerl TR-620S Bb-Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Schagerl TR-620S Bb-Trumpet

by Schagerl
Jazz Orchestra Marching Band
Key Feature:
• Wide range of available music
✓ PROS
  • • Professional standard instrument
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Schagerl TR-620S Bb TrumpetBb TrumpetAcademica SeriesBrass bell: 127 mmBore: 11.68 mmMonel valvesGold brass...

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 473611
$1,418
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Yamaha YTR-5335 GII Bb- Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Yamaha YTR-5335 GII Bb- Trumpet

by Yamaha
Orchestra Pop Classical
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Professional standard instrument
  • • Excellent for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Valve maintenance required
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors

Yamaha YTR-5335 G Bb-TrumpetBb TrumpetGold brass bodyML-Bore: 11.65 mmBell: Ø 123 mmMonel valvesWeight. 1.09 kgFinish:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 144272
$1,495
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Schagerl Mnozil Brass S Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Schagerl Mnozil Brass S Trumpet

by Schagerl
Pop Orchestra Marching Band
Key Feature:
• Professional standard instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Schagerl Mnozil Brass S TrumpetBb TrumpetSignature SeriesFull and rich sound that has made Mnozil Brass famous all over...

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 473577
$1,744
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Kühnl & Hoyer Sella Bb-Trumpet 115 11 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Kühnl & Hoyer Sella Bb-Trumpet 115 11

by Kühnl & Hoyer
Pop Marching Band Big Band
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for beginners
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Valve maintenance required
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Kühnl & Hoyer Sella Bb-Trumpet 115 11, Bb TrumpetPrize winner "German Music Instrument Prize" 1993: This...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 155283
$1,648
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-4435 II Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Yamaha YTR-4435 II Trumpet

by Yamaha
Pop Jazz Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Professional standard instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Yamaha YTR-4435 IIC/ Bb TrumpetML Bore 11.65 mmBrass bell Ø 123 mmSupport on main slideSlightly modified new bell with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 279430
$1,318
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Schagerl TR-600S Bb-Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Schagerl TR-600S Bb-Trumpet

by Schagerl
Pop Big Band Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Excellent for beginners
✓ PROS
  • • Wide range of available music
  • • Excellent for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors
  • • Learning curve for proper technique

Schagerl TR-600S Bb TrumpetBb TrumpetAcademica SeriesBrass bell: 123 mmBore: 11.68 mmMonel valvesBrass leadpipeBrass...

⭐ 4.8/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 473599
$1,198
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Kühnl & Hoyer Topline Bb-Trumpet Brass - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Kühnl & Hoyer Topline Bb-Trumpet Brass

by Kühnl & Hoyer
Orchestra Pop Big Band
Key Feature:
• Wide range of available music
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors

Kühnl & Hoyer Topline Bb-Trumpet BrassBb TrumpetGold brass leadpipeML BoreBrass bellGold lacquer finishMatt...

⭐ 4.4/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 165599
$1,836
Buy at Thomann View Details
Kühnl & Hoyer Sella G Bb-Trumpet 115 21 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Kühnl & Hoyer Sella G Bb-Trumpet 115 21

by Kühnl & Hoyer
Orchestra Pop Classical
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Professional standard instrument
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
✗ CONS
  • • Valve maintenance required
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Kühnl & Hoyer Sella G Bb-Trumpet 115 21, Bb TrumpetPrize winner "German music instrument prize" 1993....

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 155285
$1,726
Buy at Thomann View Details
Kühnl & Hoyer Topline Bb-Trumpet GM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Kühnl & Hoyer Topline Bb-Trumpet GM

by Kühnl & Hoyer
Classical Marching Band Jazz
Key Feature:
• Wide range of available music
✓ PROS
  • • Wide range of available music
  • • Excellent for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors

Kühnl & Hoyer Topline Bb-Trumpet GMBb TrumpetGold brass leadpipeML boreGold brass bellGold lacquer...

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 261571
$1,836
Buy at Thomann View Details
Schagerl Mnozil Brass L Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Schagerl Mnozil Brass L Trumpet

by Schagerl
Classical Big Band Jazz
Key Feature:
• Professional standard instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for beginners
  • • Great for all musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure
  • • Valve maintenance required

Schagerl Mnozil Brass L TrumpetBb TrumpetSignature SeriesFull and rich sound that has made Mnozil Brass famous all over...

⭐ 4.6/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 473576
$1,528
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Bb Trumpets

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 bb trumpets 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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