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Tips When Looking for Cheap Trumpets for Sale

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If you’re looking for cheap trumpets for sale, great! You’re smart because you want to save money and you know there are some great trumpets available to you at affordable prices.

That said, before you spend any money you should read this article carefully to give yourself the best chance of spending your money on something worth your money because there are a lot of things to look out for when you are specifically looking for something cheap and within a smaller budget.

The first thing to realize is that your dollar can go a very long way – you just have to look in the right places. Some of the best places to find trumpets for sale at a cheap price can be found right under our noses in our own hometown, such as the newspaper, or even craiglist by clicking here.

Craigslist is where I bought my Bach Stradivarius, which only cost about half of the regular price for a used Stradivarius, and I used that trumpet for over 15 years, which is amazing! Here are a few of my favorite tips when looking for cheap trumpets for sale:

1. Cheap Trumpet doesn’t always mean cheap trumpet

In other words, just because a trumpet is priced low, doesn’t mean it’s bad quality. There are many things to look out for when buying a trumpet to make sure it’s good quality, for example: aesthetic condition (looks), brand name (is it a recognizable brand name, or just some generic rip off), and how it plays (actually pick it up and play it – with your own mouthpiece if possible – or at least use spray sanitizer!).

If you find one that looks decent for a decent price, look up other trumpets of the same model and compare the prices. If the prices are similar to the one you’re looking at, then you can be confident that it’s priced decently and there’s nothing wrong with it if the above mentioned qualities all meet your standard.

If the price is really low, it could be for one of two reasons:

  1. The owner just wants to get rid of it, for whatever reason, and it could absolutely be a steal (meaning, a good thing for you!); ir
  2. The owner is hiding something, in which case further investigation is required.

To go along those lines, remember…

2. You’re the Buyer, so You’re in Control

You’re the one with the money, so you have the right to ask questions to the owner or seller to make sure your purchase will be worth it for you. If you feel like asking why the price is so low – ask!

If you want to know how long he or she has been playing it, and why they’re selling the trumpet – just ask!

You’re allowed to do that, and if the buyer thinks you’re asking too many questions, then it’s obviously they are hiding something and probably selling it at a low price for some particular reason.

Really, those are the most important things to remember – just don’t pounce on your first “good look” and shop around, because you’ll never know – you could end up with a really nice trumpet for an excellent price because the owner just wants to get rid of it. Good luck to you, and happy trumpet playing!

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Bach Trumpets for Sale

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Bach trumpets, a brand named after the famous Johann Sebastian Bach, a German composer from the Baroque period.

Bach trumpets are the most sought after brand of trumpets for sale for a number of reasons: their quality sound, their quality look, and because of one particular model of Bach trumpet that seems to have, over the last couple of decades, become the choice trumpet for any serious trumpet player, the Bach Stradivarius.

The Bach trumpets hold a special place in my heart, primarily because I grew up playing the Stradivarius trumpet from 6th grade all throughout college, and even now, but we’ll talk more about the Strad later in this post.

For now, let’s talk more about Bach trumpets in general.

Bach trumpets represent quality and durability. I once knew of a drum corps that ordered all silver Bach trumpets because they knew not only that it would make the corps as a whole look better, but sound better too.

Prices range, as with do most brands, however Bach’s tend to be in the upper range, although they still have a few starter or student models available.

The Bach TR500 or TR600 are good beginner models, gold trumpets that range from $600.00 to $700.00, including the case. It’s once you get into the more professional, silver trumpets like the Bach Stradivarius that you get into the thousands of dollars, for example, the Bach 180S37 Stradivarius Bb Trumpet, which is about $2500.00 for a brand new one – and significantly less for a used one.

About the Stradivarius, if there’s any one trumpet I could recommend, it would be this one. There are different models, but the above mentioned model is the one I used since the 6th grade and it has lasted me ever since.

It helped me sound better, and it kept up with me during those tough times in marching band – although I did have to get it repaired a couple of times – once because I dropped it while marching and it landed directly on the mouthpiece, making it almost impossible to take out. The second time was a dent to the bell, which is the worst kind of damage because it’s very noticeable. This one wasn’t my fault though – it happened when I left my trumpet with everyone else’s instrument under a bus, and unfortunately I had a “gig bag” at the time, which is a softer case that is easier to carry around, but I was too lazy to bring it up with me on the bus – big mistake.

Anyways, you live and you learn, and I’ve learned that I wouldn’t trade my Bach stradivarius for anything because it was really good to me throughout the years. Once you pass the beginnier level, I highly recommend at least picking one up at your local store or finding one for sale local before trying something else. You won’t be disappointed!

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Yamaha Trumpets for Sale

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Yamaha is a brand that makes many different kinds of instruments – from pianos, guitars, all kinds of woodwind instruments, and almost every type of brass instrument, including cornets and trumpets. Yamaha trumpets are popular not only because of their decent prices, but more importantly because the trumpets play very well and are very good for the beginner trumpet player, although many professionals have picked up some of the more recent models as well.

Most of the Yamaha trumpets for sale come in the standard gold or silver color, with the signature Yahama logo across the bell although they come with different specifications and variations, and of course, prices. They fit well in the hands and are very durable as well.

One of the most popular models is the YRT-2335 Bb Trumpet, which can start brand new at $699.99, however you will probably be able to find a better price for a used trumpet since a lot of beginners start out on this model, and upgrade to something else. Many are kept in perfect condition so you may be able to find one in the $399.00 to $499.99 price range, if you’re lucky, which is a fantastic price for a quality brand like Yamaha.

Yamaha instruments, in general, are very user friendly and are a great selection if you’re a student or novice player. Don’t discount the upper-range models, however, because models like the Yamaha YTR8335RGS Xeno Trumpet, which cost typically about the $2000.00 range, are used by many professionals – from corps members to first chairs in the orchestra!

Yamaha also provides a number of accessories to go along with your trumpet, such as trumpet stands, cases, cleaning kits, and one of the most impressive things you’ll ever come across, the SB79 Silent Brass System for Trumpet, which is a mute that you can put into your trumpet that has a jack for some headphones, and you can actually play silently in whatever room you’re in, and listen to yourself play and sound like a professional in different room settings in your headphones. I will be writing a review about the Silent Brass System soon, but it’s totally out of this world. I had one when I needed to practice my marching band music while in the dorms in college, and you can be sure my roommates (and dorm mates) were happy I had that thing on when I was practicing!

If you’re interested in buying a trumpet, a Yamaha trumpet is definitely not a bad choice!

Yamaha Trumpets for Sale

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Important Tips When Buying Used Trumpets for Sale

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Buying a used trumpet for sale can be a great decision – for you, your pocketbook, and your sound. On the otherhand, however, it can be easy to make a bad purchase since you’re not buying an instrument that’s brand new. Please read the tips below to ensure that your new purchase is one that will be worth your time and money.

Look at AND PLAY the Used Trumpet Before You Hand Over the Money

This may sound pretty obvious, but I guarantee you that not everyone who purchases a used trumpet for sale actually plays it before handing over the money to the previous owner.

Why not?

Well, the uptick in online sales is one thing, but also many people are impatient and want their trumpets right away without even conducting proper due diligence. Simply looking at and playing the trumpet can ensure that:

  1. It works.
  2. It looks good enough for the price.
  3. It works and is not about to fall apart, which I’ve seen happen before.

Get to Know the Previous Owner

You can tell a lot about the condition of a trumpet by getting to know the previous owner a little bit.

No, you don’t have to take him out to dinner, but simply asking him a few of the following questions can ensure that you’re getting a trumpet in the right condition and for the right reasons. Remember, you don’t want to buy a stolen one!

  1. When did you first start playing trumpet? (A question all trumpet players love to answer!)
  2. When did you pick up this particular horn, and how long have you been playing it?
  3. Since you stopped playing (assuming), have you been doing anything to keep it in good condition?

These questions can go a long way, and since you’re the potential buyer, you definitely have the right to ask them. If the owner denies – then you know something is up with that particular used trumpet, and it may be time to look elsewhere.

Shop Around

Don’t just hand over your money to the first person or seller who shows you a trumpet that looks good. Shop around and use my best places to look for trumpets for sale list and compare prices and conditions.

You might be able to find another trumpet that’s in a better condition, for the same price. On the other hand, you could find out that you were about to pay way to much money for a trumpet of the same condition that you found elsewhere.

I know I know, it’s hard to lay off that very first one that piques your interest, but do yourself a favor and make sure that you shop around or else you could regret it later.

All in all, it’s just important to realize that you have many options out there when shopping for used trumpets. Since you’re the buyer, you’re the one actually in control, and this is something many buyers forget, no matter what they are looking for. Good luck, and enjoy playing your new (for you) trumpet!

Used Trumpets for Sale

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The Top 5 Places to Find the Best Trumpets for Sale

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If you’re interested in buying a trumpet, new or used, then great! Now comes the hard part: finding the best trumpets for sale. I picked up the trumpet when I was in the 4th grade and have been playing ever since.

That’s over 20 years of trumpet playing under my belt, and I can tell you that not all trumpets are created equal.

Some look great, but don’t play very well.

Others look terrible, but sound very professional.

The best horn for you is the one that fits your style, your budget, and your experience. Below you’ll find several different options to find the best trumpets for sale.

The Best Trumpets for Sale

Amazon.com

Amazon.com is known for selling almost everything online, including trumpets! Before you make a purchase online though, it’s important that you keep the following in mind.

Pros

Buying a trumpet from Amazon.com can be a great experience because:

  • There are a ton of different options available. Most brands, new, used, beginner and expert can all be found in one convenient location.
  • You’ll be able to read the reviews that other customers have left for trumpets you might be interested in buying.
  • You can take advantage of discount prices and quick shipping.

Cons

Unfortunately, of course, there are some downsides to purchasing anything online, which should be realized before making a decision:

  • You won’t be able to test out the product before you purchase it.
  • The pictures shown with the products don’t always reveal the entire truth.
  • Shipping an instrument can cause unwanted surface damage.

Ebay.com

Ebay, like Amazon, is a huge online marketplace where you can grab some great deals, even for instruments. If you look up “trumpet” in Ebay you’ll find over 500 pages of results! Here’s what you should know about Ebay before buying anything from the auction site:

Pros

  • There’s an extremely wide selection, in particular with used trumpets.
  • Depending on the bidding of certain items, you can get an extremely good deal if you’re shopping at the right time.
  • You can chat with the owner and get a little more information about the trumpet, it’s condition and maybe some history behind it too.

Cons

  • Like with anything purchased online, you never know what you’re going to get until you get it.
  • There’s a chance that what you received isn’t the item that you actually won.
  • You don’t have an opportunity to test out your horn until you get it, and if you need to send it back for whatever reason it can cause a major headache.

Yard Sales

Believe it or not, people still hold yard sales and every once and a while you may run into a trumpet for sale. Typically, they’ll be very underpriced, so for some it’s worth the effort to look around just incase.

The best part is that if you do find a trumpet, you’ll probably be able to hold it and test it out before you make a purchase.

I do recommend, however, that if you find a used trumpet for sale anywhere and can test it, to either bring your own mouthpiece, or some sanitizer to wipe on the mouthpiece…because you never know where that mouthpiece has been!

Your Local Music Store

It’s always good to support your local music store – especially because sometimes they put some of their trumpets for sale or on clearance. Check around the holiday season for deals and be sure to ask people working at the store if there are any special discounts. I was at a store once who was offering trumpet half off if 6 months of lessons were purchased at the same time.

Good deal!

Craigslist

Craigslist has surprisingly been my most successful marketplace for finding trumpets for sale, and for great prices too!

I picked up a near-mint Bach Stradivarius through Craigslist for under $500.00 and it’s the trumpet I used all throughout college!

Craigslist works out really well for 3 reasons:

  1. People who post there are usually anxious to get rid of stuff, so you can find great deals and even negotiate better prices!
  2. You can meet with the owner and see exactly what you’re going to get before you buy it.
  3. You usually get all of their goodies that come along with their trumpet, like their case, mouthpieces, maybe a trumpet stand, cleaning snakes, polisher, valve oil, trumpet books, etc.

And The Best Place to Find Trumpets For Sale Is…

I’ve listed a number of different places where you could potentially find a good deal on your next trumpet. Truly, however, the best place to find your next horn is not at one spot, but at several – because the more you shop around between all of these locations the more likely you are to find that perfect trumpet that will last you for a very long time.

Choosing a trumpet is not easy, but I hope I’ve made it a little easier for you today.

Where else have you found a trumpet for sale, please leave a comment below?