Best Tenor Trombones with F-Attachment for Intermediate 2025

Perfect tenor trombones with f-attachment for intermediate - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $800 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Orchestra For Professional Performance For Advanced Students For Symphony For Chamber Music For Solo Work

BRANDS: Thomann Kühnl & Hoyer Yamaha Bach Sierman Schagerl S.E. Shires Michael Rath C.G.Conn B&S Startone

Michael Rath R6 Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Michael Rath R6 Tenor Trombone

by Michael Rath

Chamber Music Orchestra Symphony

Key Feature:

• Industry standard for serious players

✓ PROS

• Improved slide technique options
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• Higher cost and maintenance

Michael Rath R6 Tenor TromboneB / F Tenor TromboneLarge bore: 13.89 mm (.547")Bell diameter: 215 mm...

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 601443

$5,718

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S.E. Shires TBQ30GR Bb/F Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

S.E. Shires TBQ30GR Bb/F Tenor Trombone

by S.E. Shires

Advanced Students Orchestra Symphony

Key Feature:

• Improved slide technique options

✓ PROS

• Improved slide technique options
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Heavier than basic trombone
• Additional valve to master

S.E. Shires TBQ30GR Bb/F Tenor TromboneBb/F Tenor Trombone"Q" SeriesIncludes...

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 611189

$3,464

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Kühnl & Hoyer Bolero sonor Bb/F-Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Kühnl & Hoyer Bolero sonor Bb/F-Trombone

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Advanced Students Symphony Chamber Music

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for serious players
• Professional orchestral standard

✗ CONS

• More complex than straight tenor
• Additional valve to master

Kühnl & Hoyer Bolero sonor Bb/F-TromboneBb/F-Tenor TromboneCompact-open constructionGold brass bell Ø 220 mmBore:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 552183

$5,938

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Antoine Courtois AC424BXA Bb/F- Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Antoine Courtois AC424BXA Bb/F- Tenor Trombone

by Antoine Courtois

Advanced Students Symphony Orchestra

Key Feature:

• Extended low register capability

✓ PROS

• Professional orchestral standard
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• More complex than straight tenor
• Heavier than basic trombone

Antoine Courtois AC424BXA Bb/F- Tenor TromboneBb/F Tenor TromboneModel: FloridaDetachable 216 mm brass brass bell with...

⭐ 4.5/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 594214

$7,446

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S.E. Shires TBQAlessi Bb/F Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

S.E. Shires TBQAlessi Bb/F Tenor Trombone

by S.E. Shires

Chamber Music Orchestra Symphony

Key Feature:

• Industry standard for serious players

✓ PROS

• Professional orchestral standard
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• More complex than straight tenor

S.E. Shires TBQAlessi Bb/F Tenor TromboneBb/F Tenor Trombone with F-AttachmentJoseph Alessi Q Series Signature...

⭐ 4.4/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 508351

$4,068

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Schagerl Bb/F- Trombone Fontana - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Schagerl Bb/F- Trombone Fontana

by Schagerl

Professional Performance Symphony Solo Work

Key Feature:

• Professional orchestral standard

✓ PROS

• Extended low register capability
• Professional orchestral standard

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• Heavier than basic trombone

Schagerl Bb/F- Trombone FontanaBb/F- Tenor TromboneBell is made from gold brassValve bore: 14 mmSlide bore: 13.9...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 480670

$6,082

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Yamaha YSL-882II Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YSL-882II Trombone

by Yamaha

Professional Performance Orchestra Solo Work

Key Feature:

• Professional orchestral standard

✓ PROS

• Enhanced musical flexibility
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Additional valve to master
• More complex than straight tenor

Yamaha YSL-882II TromboneTenor Trombone with Quart ValveXeno Design‘Traditional wrap’ constructionL-bore: 13.89...

⭐ 4.6/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 602108

$4,618

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Thomann Classic TF547 L Trombone Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Thomann Classic TF547 L Trombone Set

by Thomann

Symphony Advanced Students Orchestra

Key Feature:

• Extended low register capability

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for serious players
• Improved slide technique options

✗ CONS

• Heavier than basic trombone
• Requires advanced technique

Thomann Classic TF547 L Trombone Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Thomann Classic TF547 L Trombone*Bb / F Tenor Trombone...

⭐ 4.7/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 519920

$655

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Schagerl Academica Bb/F-Tromb. TP-450G - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Schagerl Academica Bb/F-Tromb. TP-450G

by Schagerl

Orchestra Solo Work Professional Performance

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Enhanced musical flexibility
• Improved slide technique options

✗ CONS

• More complex than straight tenor
• Higher cost and maintenance

Schagerl Academica Bb/F-Tromb. TP-450GBb/F Tenor TromboneGold brass bell: 216 mmBore: 13.90 mmOpen-wrap designNickel...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 473554

$1,428

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Schagerl Bb/F- Trombone Aurora - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Schagerl Bb/F- Trombone Aurora

by Schagerl

Symphony Orchestra Professional Performance

Key Feature:

• Industry standard for serious players

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for serious players
• Professional orchestral standard

✗ CONS

• Additional valve to master
• Higher cost and maintenance

Schagerl Aurora Bb/F - Tenor TromboneTenor TromboneOtmar Gaiswinkler & Wolfgang Pfistermüller design (Vienna...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 482616

$6,082

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Bach TB-450B Bb/F - Trombone Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Bach TB-450B Bb/F - Trombone Set

by Bach

Chamber Music Advanced Students Symphony

Key Feature:

• Industry standard for serious players

✓ PROS

• Extended low register capability
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• More complex than straight tenor

Bach TB-450B Bb/F - Trombone Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Bach TB-450B Bb/F-Trombone*Bb/F Tenor Trombone with Quart...

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 519924

$1,868

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Thomann AX 547 L Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Thomann AX 547 L Trombone

by Thomann

Chamber Music Professional Performance Solo Work

Key Feature:

• Professional orchestral standard

✓ PROS

• Professional orchestral standard
• Extended low register capability

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• Higher cost and maintenance

Thomann AX 547 L TromboneBb/F Tenor Trombone with Axial F-AttachmentOpen construction (open wrap)Large bore diameter:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 475566

$988

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S.E. Shires Solo Model Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

S.E. Shires Solo Model Trombone

by S.E. Shires

Orchestra Chamber Music Symphony

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Extended low register capability
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• More complex than straight tenor
• Additional valve to master

S.E. Shires Solo Model TromboneBb / F Tenor TromboneTwo-piecehand-hammered bell made of gold brass withBell diameter:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 577404

$7,038

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daCarbo Bb/F-Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 5.0/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

daCarbo Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

by daCarbo

Advanced Students Solo Work Professional Performance

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Extended low register capability
• Improved slide technique options

✗ CONS

• Heavier than basic trombone
• Higher cost and maintenance

daCarbo Bb/F-Tenor TromboneBb/F-Tenor Trombone with F-AttachmentBore: 13.90 mmBell diameter: 220 mmCarbon fibre...

⭐ 5.0/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 493911

$7,139

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Yamaha YSL-882 GOII Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YSL-882 GOII Trombone

by Yamaha

Solo Work Chamber Music Professional Performance

Key Feature:

• Extended low register capability

✓ PROS

• Enhanced musical flexibility
• Extended low register capability

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• Heavier than basic trombone

Yamaha YSL-882 GOII TromboneTenor TromboneIncludes F-attachmentXeno DesignOpen wrap designL-bore: 13.89 mmBell: 220...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 602109

$4,178

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How to Choose the Best Tenor Trombones with F-Attachment

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 tenor trombones with f-attachment 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.

Best Tenor Trombones with F-Attachment for Intermediate 2025

Michael Rath R6 Tenor Trombone

S.E. Shires TBQ30GR Bb/F Tenor Trombone

Kühnl & Hoyer Bolero sonor Bb/F-Trombone

Antoine Courtois AC424BXA Bb/F- Tenor Trombone

S.E. Shires TBQAlessi Bb/F Tenor Trombone

Schagerl Bb/F- Trombone Fontana

Yamaha YSL-882II Trombone

Thomann Classic TF547 L Trombone Set

Schagerl Academica Bb/F-Tromb. TP-450G

Schagerl Bb/F- Trombone Aurora

Bach TB-450B Bb/F - Trombone Set

Thomann AX 547 L Trombone

S.E. Shires Solo Model Trombone

daCarbo Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

Yamaha YSL-882 GOII Trombone

How to Choose the Best Tenor Trombones with F-Attachment

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying tenor trombones with f-attachment?

How much should I spend on tenor trombones with f-attachment?

Are expensive tenor trombones with f-attachment worth the investment?

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Should I buy tenor trombones with f-attachment online or in-store?

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