B&S MBX3-S Heritage X-Line

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B&S MBX3-S Heritage X-Line

B&S

MBX3-S Heritage X-Line

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 402282
Brand: B&S
Model: MBX3-S Heritage X-Line
Category: Bb Trumpets
Price: $4,287.80

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This B&S MBX3-S Heritage X-Line, with its Christian Martinez voicing, is a serious contender for advanced players and professionals. The gold brass bell provides a beautiful, resonant tone, while the French bead rim promotes effortless playing. It's a beautifully crafted instrument ideal for classical, jazz, and studio work where a refined sound is paramount.

Product Description

  • B&S MBX3-S Heritage X-Line
  • Bb Trumpet
  • Christian Martinez model
  • Three perinet valves
  • ML-bore: approx. 11.66 mm
  • Gold brass bell # 43 Ø: approx. 125 mm
  • French bead flat rim
  • LR Reversed gold brass mouth pipe
  • Flat valve buttons
  • Ring on the first and third valve slide
  • Silver-plated
  • Incl. additional heavy caps and double case
PROS
  • • Gold brass bell delivers rich, focused projection and warmth.
  • • Christian Martinez design offers exceptional response and agility.
  • • French bead rim provides a comfortable, free-blowing feel.
  • • Heavy caps and double case demonstrate a commitment to premium protection.
CONS
  • • The ML bore may feel slightly slow for players seeking extreme high register speed.
  • • Gold brass bell requires meticulous care to prevent tarnish and maintain brilliance.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.

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Key Features

Bore Size 11.66 mm
Bell Size 125 mm
Material Gold brass, silver-plated
Finish Silver-plated with gold brass bell
Mouthpiece Not included - standard B&S mouthpiece recommended
Valve Type Three perinet valves
Weight Approximately 510 grams

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Frequently Asked Questions

Martinez’s voicing prioritizes a quick response and a slightly darker, more focused timbre, favoring agility and projection over a purely bright sound.
Yes, gold brass requires more frequent polishing than standard brass to maintain its luster, but the tonal benefits are worth the effort.
Designed for intermediate to advanced players; the complexity of the design and tonal nuances demand a developed technique.

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