The Yamaha YCR2330S student cornet is one of the best cornets to learn on. Ideally suited for keen beginners and intermediate players the Yamaha YCR2330S will comfortably take you to Grade 5 thanks to the quality material selection. Constructed from yellow brass with a silver plate the Yamaha YCR2330S is designed to help you progress as fast as possible. The new monel alloy pistons reduce the chance of corrosion while the adjustable 3rd trigger ring ensures a comfortable grip. To ensure you can get started with your new cornet straight away Yamaha has included a few essential accessories. The included hard case will make sure your cornet stays safe while the TR-11B4 mouthpiece offers a fantastic first mouthpiece. The best possible start The Yamaha YCR2330S will give you the best possible start on the cornet. Boasting great intonation with a fantastic sound without a large price tag the YCR2330S will comfortably take you up to a grade 5 standard. Ideal for all brass bands and orchestras the Yamaha student cornet is perfectly suited for any brass ensemble. With a redesigned valve system the pistons themselves feature a durable monel alloy construction which not only provides additional strength but also maximises sound quality too. The bottom caps and piston buttons have also being redesigned helping to give the instrument a longer life and a deeper tone. The 2nd and main tuning slides have also been produced using craftsmanship that is normally reserved for professional instruments ensuring unparalleled control and projection. Leadpipe through to bell The Yamaha YCR2330Ss medium-large bore ensures playing is smooth and easy while also providing a light response. This also ensures that the correct amount of resistance is continuous meaning its easy to put plenty of air through the instrument without the need for a huge lung capacity. The durable yet light two-piece yellow brass bell promotes proper technique and endurance as well as perfect playability. Everything you need The Yamaha YCR2330 doesnt just come on its own. Included with this bundle is a hard case which makes the transporting and storage of the instrument both secure and easy. The instrument also comes with a mouthpiece as standard. About Yamaha Student International All Yamaha instruments are designed to give you the best possible start to your musical journey. Yamaha appreciates that learning a musical instrument can be a life-changing experience and this is why their instruments are easy to play and offer exceptional value. Yamahas commitment to consistent high-quality has enabled them to be one of the world leaders in musical education. By having specialised developers for every instrument allows Yamaha to be constantly innovating their instruments so they remain as one of the market leaders. Yamahas student range of instruments are known as a superb introduction for those serious about starting their musical journey. As you progress over time you may be interested in Yamahas professional range of instruments. These instruments go through over 10 years of research and development to ensure the highest possible quality which is why Yamaha is able to produce some of the best musical instruments in the world. Yamaha 5 Year Extended Warranty As a premium brand Yamaha are proud to offer a free five-year extended warranty when the purchase of your instrument is registered within six months of purchase. Please visit the Yamaha website for the full terms and conditions and to register your warranty. 3 Months Free Tomplay Premium Subscription When you register your instrument you can get a three-month premium subscription to Tomplay where you can access over 40000 scores with backing tracks. You are able to filter by musical style composer difficulty and accompaniment type and interact with the scores. The pieces are all recorded by professional musicians and you can control the tempo and even record yourself playing. If you wish you can also print and annotate your score and create loops to focus on those more difficult passages. For more information please see the Yamaha/Tomplay website. Specifications Key Of: Bb Bell Diameter: 119.0mm (4-2/3″) Bell Material: Yellow Brass Bore Size: 11.65mm (0.459″) Valves: Monel Alloy Slide: Brass Finish: Silver Plate Waterkeys: 2Included Accessories Case: Hard Case Mouthpiece: TR-11B4