Best Tenor Trombones Under $5,000 2025

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

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $500 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Classical For Big Band For Orchestra For Marching Band For Blues

BRANDS: Thomann Kühnl & Hoyer pBone music Yamaha Michael Rath

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 Slokar Solo - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Kühnl & Hoyer Slokar Solo

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Classical Orchestra Big Band

Key Feature:

• Classic trombone sound and range

✓ PROS

• Excellent for both melody and harmony
• Great for all musical styles

✗ CONS

• Slide positions require precise intonation
• Can be difficult to play softly

Kühnl & Hoyer Slokar SoloBb Tenor TromboneGold brass bell Ø 230 mmNickel silver slides (245 g)Clear lacquerBore:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 169217

$3,794

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Kühnl & Hoyer Bart VAN Lier .500" Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart VAN Lier .500" Trombone

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Big Band Jazz Classical

Key Feature:

• Great for all musical styles

✓ PROS

• Classic trombone sound and range
• Great for all musical styles

✗ CONS

• Slide maintenance essential
• Can be difficult to play softly

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart VAN Lier .500" TromboneTenor TromboneBrassNickel silver slidePainted goldBore 12.7 mmBell...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 169160

$3,475

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

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb-Tenor Trombone M

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Classical Marching Band Orchestra

Key Feature:

• Excellent for both melody and harmony

✓ PROS

• Great for all musical styles
• Professional standard instrument

✗ CONS

• Requires significant arm length reach
• Large case for transportation

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb-Tenor Trombone MBb Tenor TromboneBrass bellNew model with newly designed bellGerman silver...

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 227508

$2,705

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Kühnl & Hoyer 134 G NZ Bb- Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Kühnl & Hoyer 134 G NZ Bb- Tenor Trombone

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Big Band Classical Jazz

Key Feature:

• Professional standard instrument

✓ PROS

• Professional standard instrument
• Classic trombone sound and range

✗ CONS

• Slide positions require precise intonation
• Slide maintenance essential

Kühnl & Hoyer 134 G NZ Bb- Tenor Trombone, Bb Tenor TromboneThese trombones are characterized by easy response,...

⭐ 4.8/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 155517

$2,638

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Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .480/88" MKII - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .480/88" MKII

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Orchestra Marching Band Blues

Key Feature:

• Slide technique enables unique effects

✓ PROS

• Classic trombone sound and range
• Great for all musical styles

✗ CONS

• Large case for transportation
• Slide positions require precise intonation

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .480/88" MK IITenor Trombone"Bart van Lier" modelMaterial: BrassSlide...

⭐ 4.5/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 162484

$3,298

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Schagerl Mnozil Brass Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 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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Michael Rath R10 Tenor YB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Michael Rath R10 Tenor YB

by Michael Rath

Orchestra Jazz Marching Band

Key Feature:

• Classic trombone sound and range

✓ PROS

• Slide technique enables unique effects
• Professional standard instrument

✗ CONS

• Slide maintenance essential
• Requires significant arm length reach

Michael Rath R10 TenorBb Tenor TromboneBore: Ø 0.5" (12.70 mm)Bell size: Ø 7- 1/2" (190.50 mm)Bell made of...

⭐ 4.4/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 349403

$4,014

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Kühnl & Hoyer Slokar Performance - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Kühnl & Hoyer Slokar Performance

by Kühnl & Hoyer

Jazz Classical Orchestra

Key Feature:

• Excellent for both melody and harmony

✓ PROS

• Great for all musical styles
• Professional standard instrument

✗ CONS

• Slide positions require precise intonation
• Can be difficult to play softly

Kühnl & Hoyer Slokar PerformanceBb Tenor Trombone"Slokar Performance"Gold brass bell Ø 220 mmNickel...

⭐ 4.9/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 169219

$3,848

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Sierman STB-960 Tenor Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 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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Michael Rath R2 Tenor - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Michael Rath R2 Tenor

by Michael Rath

Orchestra Classical Jazz

Key Feature:

• Great for all musical styles

✓ PROS

• Classic trombone sound and range
• Great for all musical styles

✗ CONS

• Large case for transportation
• Requires significant arm length reach

Michael Rath R2 TenorBb Tenor TromboneØ 0.510" (12.95mm) boreBell made of yellow brassBell size Ø 7- 1/2"...

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 271804

$4,014

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

#12

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

#13

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

#14

⭐ 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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Yamaha YSL-893DNL Trombone - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha YSL-893DNL Trombone

by Yamaha

Orchestra Marching Band Blues

Key Feature:

• Excellent for both melody and harmony

✓ PROS

• Slide technique enables unique effects
• Professional standard instrument

✗ CONS

• Slide positions require precise intonation
• Large case for transportation

Yamaha YSL-893DNL TromboneJazz TromboneNils Landgren Sigature modelDetachable yellow brass bell: 190.4 mm (7...

⭐ 4.8/5 (48 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 602049

$4,146

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How to Choose the Best Tenor Trombones

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 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 Under $5,000 2025

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

Kühnl & Hoyer Slokar Solo

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart VAN Lier .500" Trombone

Kühnl & Hoyer .527 Bb-Tenor Trombone M

Kühnl & Hoyer 134 G NZ Bb- Tenor Trombone

Kühnl & Hoyer Bart van Lier .480/88" MKII

Schagerl Mnozil Brass Trombone

Michael Rath R10 Tenor YB

Kühnl & Hoyer Slokar Performance

Sierman STB-960 Tenor Trombone

Michael Rath R2 Tenor

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

S.E. Shires TBQAlessi Bb/F Tenor Trombone

S.E. Shires TBQ30GR Bb/F Tenor Trombone

Yamaha YSL-893DNL Trombone

How to Choose the Best Tenor Trombones

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying tenor trombones?

How much should I spend on tenor trombones?

Are expensive tenor trombones worth the investment?

What are the best brands for tenor trombones?

Should I buy tenor trombones online or in-store?

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