Best Tenor Trombones with F-Attachment Under $5,000 2025

Affordable tenor trombones with f-attachment under $5,000 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 12, 2025 • Next update: November 19, 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

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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Sierman STB-865 Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Sierman STB-865 Tenor Trombone

by Sierman

Advanced Students Solo Work Chamber Music

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Improved slide technique options
• Professional orchestral standard

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• Heavier than basic trombone

Sierman STB-865 Tenor TromboneBb / F-Tenor TromboneIntermediate LineBore: 13.89 mmGold brass bell: 215 mmNickel silver...

⭐ 4.9/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 393998

$2,088

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C.G.Conn 88HNV Bb/F-Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

C.G.Conn 88HNV Bb/F-Trombone

by C.G.Conn

Advanced Students Professional Performance Solo Work

Key Feature:

• Improved slide technique options

✓ PROS

• Professional orchestral standard
• Enhanced musical flexibility

✗ CONS

• Heavier than basic trombone
• More complex than straight tenor

C.G.Conn 88HNV Bb/F-TromboneBb/F Tenor Trombone With F-AttachmentBore: 13.89 mm (.547")Bore in F slide attachment:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 538454

$4,838

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Michael Rath R300 Bb-/F- Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Michael Rath R300 Bb-/F- Tenor Trombone

by Michael Rath

Professional Performance Orchestra Symphony

Key Feature:

• Industry standard for serious players

✓ PROS

• Enhanced musical flexibility
• Extended low register capability

✗ CONS

• More complex than straight tenor
• Higher cost and maintenance

Michael Rath R300 Bb-/F- Tenor TromboneBb / F Tenor TromboneBore Ø: 13.34 mmBrass bellBell diameter: 203.20 mmTuning...

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 612708

$2,804

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Michael Rath R400 Bb-/F- Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Michael Rath R400 Bb-/F- Tenor Trombone

by Michael Rath

Solo Work Advanced Students Symphony

Key Feature:

• Industry standard for serious players

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for serious players
• Improved slide technique options

✗ CONS

• Higher cost and maintenance
• Additional valve to master

Michael Rath R400 Bb-/F- Tenor TromboneBb / F Tenor TromboneBore Ø: 0.547"/ 13.89 mmBell made of yellow brassCup...

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 293636

$2,804

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Yamaha YSL-448 GE Bb/F-Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YSL-448 GE Bb/F-Trombone

by Yamaha

Orchestra Symphony Advanced Students

Key Feature:

• Improved slide technique options

✓ PROS

• Extended low register capability
• Professional orchestral standard

✗ CONS

• Higher cost and maintenance
• Requires advanced technique

Yamaha YSL-448 GE Bb/F-TromboneBb / F Tenor TromboneGold brass body with gold lacquer finishStandard quart...

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 147410

$2,088

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Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone GM - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone GM

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Advanced Students Chamber Music Orchestra

Key Feature:

• Industry standard for serious players

✓ PROS

• Improved slide technique options
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Additional valve to master
• Higher cost and maintenance

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone GMBb Tenor TromboneOpen wrapGold brass bellNew model with newly designed...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 227509

$3,848

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Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone M - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone M

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Advanced Students Professional Performance Chamber Music

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Extended low register capability
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• Heavier than basic trombone

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone MBb/F Tenor TromboneOpen wrapNew model with newly designed bellBell:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 227512

$3,738

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Sierman STB-960 Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Sierman STB-960 Tenor Trombone

by Sierman

Professional Performance Chamber Music Solo Work

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Extended low register capability
• Enhanced musical flexibility

✗ CONS

• Additional valve to master
• More complex than straight tenor

Sierman STB-960 Tenor TromboneBb/F Tenor TromboneCustom LineBore: 13.89 mmGold brass bell Ø: 215 mmNickel silver outer...

⭐ 4.6/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 394000

$3,509

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Sierman STB-978S Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Sierman STB-978S Tenor Trombone

by Sierman

Advanced Students Professional Performance Symphony

Key Feature:

• Professional orchestral standard

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for serious players
• Extended low register capability

✗ CONS

• Higher cost and maintenance
• Additional valve to master

Sierman STB-978S Tenor TromboneBb / F-Tenor TromboneCustom LineBore: 13.89 mmChangeablesilver plated 215 mm gold brass...

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 394003

$3,619

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Adams TB1 Bb/F Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Adams TB1 Bb/F Trombone

by Adams

Orchestra Solo Work Professional Performance

Key Feature:

• Extended low register capability

✓ PROS

• Enhanced musical flexibility
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Additional valve to master
• More complex than straight tenor

Adams TB1 Bb/F TromboneBb/F Tenor TromboneSelected Model1-Piece hand-hammered brass bell: 217.5 mmWall thickness: 0.60...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 488875

$4,916

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Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 F - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.6/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 F

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Symphony Professional Performance Advanced Students

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Professional orchestral standard
• Enhanced musical flexibility

✗ CONS

• Higher cost and maintenance
• Heavier than basic trombone

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 FBb- / F-Tenor TromboneWith F-attachmentOpen designBrassNickel silver slideNickel...

⭐ 4.6/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 169161

$4,888

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C.G.Conn 88HO Bb/F-Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

C.G.Conn 88HO Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

by C.G.Conn

Orchestra Symphony Advanced Students

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Improved slide technique options
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• Requires advanced technique
• More complex than straight tenor

C.G.Conn 88HO Bb/F-Tenor TromboneBb / F-Tenor TromboneWith f attachmentSymphony modelOpen wrap design.547" (13.89...

⭐ 4.5/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 167479

$4,168

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C.G.Conn 88 H Bb/F-Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

C.G.Conn 88 H Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

by C.G.Conn

Professional Performance Advanced Students Chamber Music

Key Feature:

• Enhanced musical flexibility

✓ PROS

• Professional orchestral standard
• Industry standard for serious players

✗ CONS

• More complex than straight tenor
• Higher cost and maintenance

C.G.Conn 88 H Bb/F-Tenor TromboneTenor TromboneWith f attachmentSymphony0.547" (13.89 mm) bore0.562" (14.27...

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 100189

$4,120

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Schagerl Mnozil Brass Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Schagerl Mnozil Brass Trombone

by Schagerl

Advanced Students Professional Performance Solo Work

Key Feature:

• Extended low register capability

✓ PROS

• Industry standard for serious players
• Professional orchestral standard

✗ CONS

• Heavier than basic trombone
• More complex than straight tenor

Schagerl Mnozil Brass TromboneBb/F Tenor TromboneBore: 13.90 mmGold brass bell: 216 mmInner slides: Nickel-silverOuter...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 545220

$2,276

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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 Under $5,000 2025

S.E. Shires TBQ30GR Bb/F Tenor Trombone

Sierman STB-865 Tenor Trombone

C.G.Conn 88HNV Bb/F-Trombone

Michael Rath R300 Bb-/F- Tenor Trombone

Michael Rath R400 Bb-/F- Tenor Trombone

Yamaha YSL-448 GE Bb/F-Trombone

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone GM

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb/F-Tenor Trombone M

Sierman STB-960 Tenor Trombone

Sierman STB-978S Tenor Trombone

Adams TB1 Bb/F Trombone

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .512 F

C.G.Conn 88HO Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

C.G.Conn 88 H Bb/F-Tenor Trombone

Schagerl Mnozil Brass 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?

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

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