Bore: ML -.460" (11.68 mm)
Bell: L – 5" (127.00 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #1 taper
The B1 was the preferred Bb trumpet of Renold Schilke and the basis in design for the other B series instruments. Distinguished by its free and open feel, this trumpet is among our most popular models, allowing the player the diversity in sound color from a rich, full bodied dark sound to a brilliant ringing tone when desired.
Model B2 Bb Trumpet
Bore: ML -.460" (11.68 mm)
Bell: M – 5" (127.00 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #3 taper
This medium large bore model is the perfect choice for the performer that desires more resistance then the B1 yet plays broader and brighter than our model B5.
Model B3 Bb Trumpet
Bore: L -.463" (11.75 mm)
Bell: M – 5" (127.00 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #3 taper
This versatile large bore model plays with added brilliance, immediate response, balance in color and feel throughout the range from top to bottom. The B3 is ideal for the player looking for a “big horn feel” yet with more resistance than our X3 model.
Model B4 Bb Trumpet
Bore: M -.450" (11.42 mm)
Bell: M – 5" (127.00 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #3 taper
This medium bore model tends to play broader yet brighter then our model B6. The B4 will appeal to a player looking for a brilliant sound, that desires efficiency with additional resistance.
Model B5 Bb Trumpet
Bore: ML -.460" (11.68 mm)
Bell: ML – 5" (127.00 mm) Copper Bell with #2 taper
The B5 model has slightly more resistance than the B1 with a more compact sound. This model provides flexibility in sound color with continuity in timbre in all registers and outstanding projection.
Model B6 Bb Trumpet
Bore: M -.450" (11.42 mm)
Bell: ML – 5" (127.00 mm) Copper Bell with #2 taper
The classic medium bore trumpet, the B6 has been an extremely popular choice for the commercial player. In the studio or stage, for lead or in the section, this model provides a compact sound with superior projection and exceptional brilliance.
Model B7 Bb Trumpet
Bore: M -.450" (11.42 mm)
Bell: L – 5" (127.00 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #1 taper
For the player that desires a big, rich sound as a soloist or section performer, this model provides a broad sound economically with some resistance yet does not feel like a medium bore instrument behind the horn.
