The Jupiter JTB1180R Bass Trombone produces a beautiful warm sound. The rose brass bell is long-lasting and creates a nuanced tone. Unlike other trombones at this price the Jupiter JTB1180R Bass Trombone features a chrome-plated nickel silver slide. This combination of materials is often found on professional-level instruments as it provides the most resilient and smoothest action around. The open wrap design with inline valves is great for producing low notes at high volumes and provides an excellent response. Included with the trombone are a wood-frame case and a mouthpiece so you can start practising straight away. Added power The Jupiter JTB1180R will help you advance and improve your playing. Boasting great intonation with a fantastic sound without a large price tag the JTB1180R will comfortably take you past your grade 7. Thanks to the incredible tone of the Jupiter trombone the JTB1180R is ideal for orchestras brass bands or big bands. The Jupiter JTB1180R features everything you would expect from an intermediate level bass trombone. The open wrap system helps to reduce both air resistance and the number of connections between the main body and the attachments. This offers less back pressure and a more open feel when the triggers are engaged. Because of this the open wrap system is the favourite for many musicians who prefer freer playing and less vibration Premium materials The JTB1180R bass trombone is designed to provide you with a velvety tone – ideal for any musical setting. Like instruments at a much higher price point this trombone features a rose brass bell which is loved by professionals for creating a beautiful warm sound. As you start to play with even more expression and musicality – and develop your own style – the rose brass bell will help you to elevate your playing. Similar to professional trombones the inner slide on Jupiter trombone is made from hard chrome-plated nickel silver. Nickel silver is used as it is very dense and less likely to bend. The slide is then hard chrome-plated to ensure a smooth finish for the best possible action. Included accessories Jupiters hard case offers a practical design that is easy to carry. Whether youre going to rehearsals gigs or concerts this case will protect your bass trombone from scratches and knocks. The dense case will keep your instrument looking feeling and sounding like new for longer. Also included is a mouthpiece so you can start playing straight away. About Jupiter Jupiters goal is to ensure every musician is happy with their Jupiter instrument. Even their student instruments offer outstanding quality specially designed to assist you to progress as fast as possible. By working closely with teachers and professional musicians Jupiter continues to find ways to improve their designs to ensure everyone can be comfortable with a Jupiter instrument. Jupiter prides itself on recently being ISO 9001 certified. Their promise to the planet has led them only to use environmentally-friendly ways of disposing of water. All Jupiter wind instruments are even built using lead-free solder! Unlike some other companies Jupiter has a huge range of spare parts in stock. If anything unfortunate were ever to happen to your precious instrument then you can rest in the knowledge that they can help you out in no time. Specifications Key Of: Bb/F/Gb/D Bell Diameter: 10 (254mm) Bell Material: Rose brass Bore Size: .561 (14.25mm) Slide: Nickel silver – Hard chrome-plated Finish: Clear lacquer Accessories: Wood-frame case and mouthpiece