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Best Yamaha Bb Trumpets 2026

Premium Yamaha bb trumpets - legendary tone and craftsmanship

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
Yamaha YTR-9335 CHS 05 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Yamaha YTR-9335 CHS 05 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Big Band Jazz Marching Band
Key Feature:
• Excellent for beginners
✓ PROS
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
  • • Excellent for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Valve maintenance required
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Yamaha YTR-9335 CHS 05 Trumpet, Bb trumpetThe Chicago Bb trumpet was developed in collaboration with Chicago...

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 362422
$4,948
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Yamaha YTR-8345G 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Yamaha YTR-8345G 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Big Band Marching Band Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Professional standard instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Excellent for beginners
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors

Yamaha YTR-8345G 04Bb TrumpetXeno seriesL- bore Ø: 11.73 mmOne-piecehand hammered Ø 123 mm gold brass bellNew bell...

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 324881
$3,024
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8335GS 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Yamaha YTR-8335GS 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Pop Jazz Marching Band
Key Feature:
• Excellent for beginners
✓ PROS
  • • Wide range of available music
  • • Professional standard instrument
✗ CONS
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything
  • • Valve maintenance required

Yamaha YTR-8335GS 04Bb TrumpetXeno seriesML bore: 11.65 mmOne-piecehand-hammered Ø 123 mm gold brass bellNew bell...

⭐ 4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 324874
$3,134
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8335S 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Yamaha YTR-8335S 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Pop Marching Band Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
  • • Great for all musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Valve maintenance required
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Yamaha YTR-8335S 04Bb TrumpetXeno SeriesML bore Ø: 11.65 mmOne-piecehand-hammered Ø 123 mm brass bellNew bell...

⭐ 4.6/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 324870
$3,134
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8335 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Yamaha YTR-8335 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Marching Band Jazz Classical
Key Feature:
• Professional standard instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Yamaha YTR-8335 04Bb TrumpetXeno seriesML bore: 11.65 mmOne-piecehand hammered Ø 123 mm brass bellNew bell...

⭐ 4.5/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 324868
$3,024
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-4335 GSII Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yamaha YTR-4335 GSII Trumpet

by Yamaha
Marching Band Classical Jazz
Key Feature:
• Wide range of available music
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for beginners
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Valve maintenance required
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Yamaha YTR-4335 GSIIBb TrumpetML Bore Ø: 1165 mmGold brass bell Ø: 123 mmTuning slide braceSlightly modifiedNew bell...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 279427
$988
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8335LA Trumpet - 2. Gen. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Yamaha YTR-8335LA Trumpet - 2. Gen.

by Yamaha
Pop Marching Band Big Band
Key Feature:
• Excellent for beginners
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors

Yamaha YTR-8335LA Trumpet - 2. Gen.Bb Trumpet2nd generationWayne Bergeron modelØ 11.65 mm ML- boreOne-piece brass...

⭐ 5.0/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 530399
$3,486
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8335RC - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha YTR-8335RC

by Yamaha
Marching Band Pop Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Professional standard instrument
✗ CONS
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors

Yamaha YTR-8335RCBb TrumpetML-bore Ø: 11.65 mm2-Piece French bead bell Ø 123 mm made of gold brassWater key on 3rd...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 595649
$3,518
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Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Trumpet + SB7J - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Trumpet + SB7J

by Yamaha
Jazz Pop Big Band
Key Feature:
• Wide range of available music
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for beginners
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Trumpet + SB7J*Bundle offer comprising*, Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Bb- Trumpet*Bb Trumpet*Gold brass...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 540228
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8345S 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Yamaha YTR-8345S 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Orchestra Pop Marching Band
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for beginners
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
✗ CONS
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors
  • • Valve maintenance required

Yamaha YTR-8345S 04Bb TrumpetXeno seriesL-bore Ø 11.73 mmOne-piecehand hammered Ø 123 mm brass bellNew bell designNew...

⭐ 4.9/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 324880
$3,134
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8335G 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Yamaha YTR-8335G 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Classical Pop Big Band
Key Feature:
• Great for all musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Professional standard instrument
  • • Great for all musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Yamaha YTR-8335G 04Bb- TrumpetXeno seriesML- bore Ø: 11.65 mmOne-piecehand-hammered Ø 123 mm gold brass bellNew bell...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 324872
$3,024
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Trumpet Set III - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Trumpet Set III

by Yamaha
Jazz Big Band Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Professional standard instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Great for all musical styles
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Requires daily practice for embouchure

Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Trumpet Set III*Bundle offer comprising*, Yamaha YTR-4335 GII Bb- Trumpet*Bb Trumpet*Gold brass...

⭐ 4.8/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 547458
$945
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8345 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Yamaha YTR-8345 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Big Band Jazz Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Wide range of available music
✓ PROS
  • • Most versatile and common trumpet
  • • Wide range of available music
✗ CONS
  • • Can be very loud for neighbors
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Yamaha YTR-8345 024Bb TrumpetXeno seriesL-bore Ø 11.73 mmOne-piecehand hammered Ø 123 mm brass bellNew bell designNew...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 324879
$3,078
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YTR-8335RGS 04 Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Yamaha YTR-8335RGS 04 Trumpet

by Yamaha
Jazz Classical Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Wide range of available music
✓ PROS
  • • Professional standard instrument
  • • Great for all musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Learning curve for proper technique
  • • Mouthpiece choice affects everything

Yamaha YTR-8335RGS 04Bb- TrumpetXeno seriesReversed type leadpipeML- bore Ø 11.65 mmOne-piecehand-hammered Ø 123 mm...

⭐ 4.4/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 324878
$3,298
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Yamaha YTR-4435 II Trumpet - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

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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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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