pBone music pTrumpet Violet
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pBone music
pTrumpet Violet
Product Info
Article Number:
438952
Brand:
pBone music
Model:
pTrumpet Violet
Category:
Bb Trumpets
Price:
$150.15
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The pTrumpet Violet is a fantastic entry point for beginners or anyone needing a reliable, travel-friendly horn. It's surprisingly playable and sounds decent, especially considering it's all plastic, making it perfect for school bands, recreational players, or as a backup instrument.
Product Description
- pBone music pTrumpet Violet
- Bb Trumpet
- Newly developed trumpet made entirely of plastic
- Bell diameter: 124 mm (4- 3/4")
- Valve system made entirely of plastic
- One-piece lead pipe
- Adjustable main tuning slide
- Tuning slide for the first and third valve
- Ergonomic finger rest for the little finger of the right hand
- Playable with any trumpet mouthpiece
- Weight: approx. 500 g
- Colour: Violet / Black
- Includes bag
- 3C and 5C mouthpieces
PROS
- • Lightweight plastic construction significantly reduces fatigue during practice.
- • Durable ABS plastic resists dents and damage common with brass instruments.
- • Accepts standard trumpet mouthpieces for customization and familiar feel.
- • Bright, clear tone surprisingly comparable to entry-level brass trumpets.
CONS
- • Plastic material lacks the resonant complexity of brass, impacting tone nuance.
- • Valve action, while functional, isn’t as precise or responsive as piston valves.
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to higher-end brass trumpets with more complex valve systems.
Product Video
Key Features
Bore Size
Approximation: 0.460 in
Bell Size
124 mm (4- 3/4in)
Material
ABS Plastic
Finish
Violet / Black, Glossy
Mouthpiece
Accepts standard trumpet mouthpieces
Valve Type
Piston (Plastic)
Weight
Approx. 500 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
Plastic vibrates differently, so slight intonation adjustments might be needed, but it's generally quite accurate for a beginner instrument.
While it accepts standard trumpet mouthpieces, very high-pressure mouthpieces could potentially stress the plastic valve system, so stick to medium or low pressure.
ABS plastic is reasonably durable, but extreme temperature changes *could* cause slight expansion/contraction; avoiding prolonged exposure to intense heat or cold is advisable.
