Thomann Trombone "Little Elephant"

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Thomann Trombone "Little Elephant"

Thomann

Trombone "Little Elephant"

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 413556
Brand: Thomann
Model: Trombone "Little Elephant"
Price: $657.80

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The Thomann Little Elephant is a surprisingly capable instrument, offering a solid foundation for student and intermediate players. Its gold-brass bell provides a pleasing, relatively dark tone, while the expanded quart valve makes low notes more manageable. It's a great option for those seeking a well-built, versatile trombone without a premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Thomann Trombone "Little Elephant"
  • Bb / F Tenor Trombone
  • Model "Little Elephant"
  • Completely expanded quart valve
  • Traditional construction (closed wrap)
  • Shortened hand movement with 5 positions
  • Dual bore diameter: 12.7 / 13.34 mm (.525")
  • 203.00 mm (8") Diameter bell in gold-brass
  • Exterior of nickel-silver
  • Hard-chromed inner nickel-silver slide
  • Total length: 103.5 cm
  • Weight: 1.6 kg
  • Clear-lacquered
  • Includes mouthpiece
  • Reka Super Slide and case with backpack straps
PROS
  • • Gold-brass bell delivers a warm, resonant tone suitable for various styles
  • • Expanded quart valve offers improved intonation and flexibility in the lower register
  • • Hard-chromed inner slide promotes smooth action and consistent playability
  • • Reka Super Slide minimizes stickiness and simplifies maintenance for long-term reliability
CONS
  • • Nickel-silver exterior can be prone to minor scratches and wear with heavy use
  • • 1.6 kg weight might be tiring for younger or less experienced players
  • • The included mouthpiece is functional but may not suit all players’ preferences

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Key Features

Bore Size 12.7 / 13.34 mm
Bell Size 203.00 mm
Material Gold-brass bell, Nickel-silver exterior, Nickel-silver slide
Valve Type Expanded Quart Valve
Finish Clear-lacquered
Mouthpiece Included, unspecified model
Weight 1.6 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Little Elephant offers a comparable level of build quality and playability to entry-level Yamahas, often with a slightly warmer tone due to the gold-brass bell, but may lack some of the brand recognition.
While nickel-silver is generally durable, it’s softer than some other metals and can show wear, so careful handling and regular cleaning are recommended to prevent scratches.
The case with backpack straps provides reasonable protection, though a more robust, hard-shell case would offer greater security for frequent travel or transport.

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