Yamaha YTR-8335RG 04 Trumpet

If you are looking for a professional instrument that won't cost you a crazy amount of money and will be able to compete with, or perhaps surpass, instruments in a much higher price range, this Yamaha is the obvious choice for you. I personally tried about 15 trumpets at Thoman's shop, and after about 3 hours of playing, I couldn't believe my eyes. Personally, I have always considered the Yamaha to be a bland instrument with no soul. After that comparison, I couldn't believe my eyes. Gorgeous response, easy tone production, great piston action and amazing projection for really little money compared to the competition. I was switching from a Bach Stradivarius 180/43 to this Yamaha. I also still own a Van Laar R4 and the Yamaha is my new lead trumpet. Thanks to everyone at Thoman for the great service and I look forward to seeing you again sometime. If you are still on the fence about Yamaha quality or sound projection like I was. See for yourself. You will be pleasantly surprised :)