The Odyssey Symphonique Eb Cornet is a high quality instrument that is ideal for players in brass and silver bands. This instrument is pitched a perfect 4th higher than a normal cornet which is usually in Bb. This makes this cornet great for solo descant lines in bands. Odyssey have a reputation for making excellent band and orchestral instruments and this is no exception. These instruments are designed by Peter Pollard who has over 50 years experience in this area. The cornet is very attractive with a combination of silver and gold plating. This instrument will capture the attention of anyone looking at it and sounds as good as it looks. The mouthpiece is designed and built by none other than Denis Wick. Denis Wick mouthpieces are widely regarded as some of the best and most trustworthy due to their quality and in depth focus on design. This instrument is a great option if you are Bb trumpet or Bb cornet player looking for a cornet to reach those higher melody lines. Specifications Body: Brass Finish: Silver-plated with gold-lacquered slide Buttons finish: Gold Lacquer Number of water keys: 2 Valves: Monel valves Mouthpiece: Denis Wick Classic Bell diameter: 119mm/4.68″ Bore size: 11.73mm/0.46″? Includes: Canvas covered wood case plush lined with shoulder straps gloves and cleaning cloth Extra features: Triggers on 1st and 3rd slides gold-lacquered bottom and top caps and nickel inner slides