This horn is still in like new condition, with no dents or dings and great valve action. This horn is a medium bore horn .450” with a large 5” bell. The B7 model is for the player that desires a big rich sound as a soloist or section performer. It provides a broad sound economically with some resistance, yet does not feel like a medium bore instrument behind the horn. The Schilke bore size specs for this and other Schilke horns can be seen by clicking our Practice Room & Tech Talk tab. If you are not familiar with Schilke horns, they are one of the few truly hand crafted custom instruments available today and are made to exacting standards. Holding a Schilke instrument in one’s hands for the first time is a memorable experience. It is clearly a very high quality product with great care taken in the details of fit and finish. The valve caps thread on with precision, there is a solidity to the horn that belies its light weight, the slides slide smoothly, and the valve action is silky but very quick. It has just been given a professional valve alignment. This horn sells new for over $2600. This trumpet is offered to you for $1,900.
