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A Modern Piccolo Trumpet with a Traditional Rotary Sound





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Designed in collaboration with Jens Lindemann and Chris Martin, the Yamaha YTR-988 is a pro-level rotary piccolo trumpet that's primed for anything. The YTR-988's 1-piece, 4-inch, yellow brass bell projects a well-balanced tone with snappy response and extra presence, and its light-touch rotor lever mechanism ensures easy playability with little effort. This trumpet's 0.409-inch bore elicits a focused, brilliant sound, and it comes with two sets of lead pipes in both Bb and A. What's more, the YTR-988's multi-plane adjustable thumb hook and feature ring make it one of the most ergonomic piccolo trumpets you'll ever play. If you're searching for a unique horn that blends modern design with a traditional rotary sound, then the Yamaha YTR-988 is guaranteed to exceed your expectations in solo and ensemble applications alike.





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Tailor-made for discriminating players





Serious players searching for a pro-level rotary piccolo trumpet will find much to appreciate in the YTR-988. This horn comes with two switchable lead pipes in Bb and A. Its 0.409-inch bore produces a focused, brilliant sound. The YTR-988's light-touch rotor lever mechanism provides super-quick response with minimal effort. You also get a multi-plane adjustable thumb hook and an auxiliary finger ring for maximum ergonomic playability.





1-piece yellow brass bell





Constructed from yellow brass, the Yamaha YTR-988's 1-piece, 4-inch bell contributes greatly to its uniform resonance and superior tone. The YTR-988's bell exhibits a well-balanced sound with fast response and a commanding presence. The YTR-988 features a silver-plated brass body, which produces an ear-grabbing brilliant quality. At Sweetwater, we've also found that this trumpet's silver-plated finish gives it a gleaming, polished look.





Yamaha Custom Series brass and woodwinds





The pinnacle of Yamaha's production brass and woodwinds, the Yamaha Custom Series comprises a stunning collection of professional-grade instruments. Meticulously crafted using a combination of hi-tech manufacturing techniques and old-world hand finishing, Yamaha Custom Series brass and woodwinds present players with a sublime playing experience, top-notch tone, and heirloom-quality construction. When you require an instrument that shines in professional settings, with a gorgeous look and a full expressive range, turn to Yamaha Custom Series brass and woodwinds.





Yamaha YTR-988 Rotary Piccolo Trumpet Features:


Modern Bb/A piccolo trumpet with traditional rotary sonic characteristics


Designed in collaboration with Yamaha artists Jens Lindemann and Chris Martin


0.409-inch bore elicits a focused, brilliant sound


2 switchable lead pipes in both Bb and A


Light-touch rotor lever mechanism provides super-quick response with minimal effort


1-piece, 4-inch bell contributes greatly to its uniform resonance and superior tone


Yellow brass bell exhibits a well-balanced sound with fast response and a commanding presence


Multi-plane adjustable thumb hook and an auxiliary finger ring supply maximum ergonomic playability


Silver-plated finish lends a brilliant sheen to every note you play


Comes with a case and a 11A5 mouthpiece