Needing to upgrade your starter instrument? The New Standard trumpet is the best selling “step-up” trumpet in silver plate that Besson has to offer. Featuring a durable hardwearing and responsive design the BE111 trumpet has a reverse lead pipe which is easy to blow while providing a high-quality tone with great focus. The valve block is fractionally narrower than normal to allow better grip and technique for smaller hands. Unlike similarly priced trumpets the New Standard BE111 is futureproofed with smooth and fast tuning slides with finger rings. The BE111 New Standard trumpet is perfect for students studying up to grade 6 and includes a mouthpiece and a backpack style case for easy transportation. The Reference for Brass Bands Besson is the brand name most associated with brass band communities. The commitment towards their research and development is demonstrated through the constant improvements of existing models to better cope with the ever-changing demands and styles of the modern day composer and performer. Handmade Yellow Brass Bell Yellow Brass is commonly used as the base metal for brass instruments. A standard mix of 70 copper and 30 zinc helps to provide a focused sound with a solid core produced with very little resistance. Everything you need The Besson BE111 comes with everything you need to get playing straight from the box including a Besson trumpet mouthpiece as well as a strong but incredibly lightweight backpack style case suitable for travelling musicians. Features Handmade Yellow Brass Bell 1 Piece Two Water Keys 3 Valves with Top Spring ActionSpecifications Key Of: Bb Bore Size: .460″ Bell Size: 4.84″ Slide: Nickel Silver Finish: Silver Plated Included Accessories: Backpack Style Case Mouthpiece Cleaning Cloth and Valve Oil