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A Heavyweight Horn with a Rich, Flamboyant Sound





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Fusing high-level craftsmanship with outstanding instrument design and advanced technology, the Yamaha YTR-8445II Xeno is a professional-level trumpet that delivers maximum power and projection. The YTR-8445II's corrosion-resistant monel valves are housed in an extra-thin valve casing, and its modified branch tube (knuckle) angle facilitates a snappy response and unrestricted playability. This trumpet's large 0.462-inch bore elicits a rich, flamboyant timbre; its 1-piece drawn leadpipe offers comfortable breath resistance and a solid core tone. You also get a 1-piece, 4-7/8-inch, gold brass bell with an annealed design for powerful tone and amazing upper-register playability. On-the-fly tuning adjustments are easy, thanks to this horn's first valve slide saddle. What's more, its lacquered brass body lends a cozy warmth to every note you play. If you're searching for a heavyweight, high-performance horn for symphonic, jazz ensemble, or commercial applications, fortify your brass arsenal with the Yamaha YTR-8445II Xeno.





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Tailor-made for discriminating players





Serious symphonic trumpet players searching for an extra-loud horn with a rich, colorful sound will find much to appreciate in the YTR-8445II Xeno. This heavyweight trumpet's 1-piece drawn leadpipe offers a comfortable level of breath resistance and a solid core tone, and its 0.462-inch bore permits you to create a larger-than-life sound that doesn't smear or break up at higher volumes. The YTR-8445II's rugged monel valves yield smooth, quick action and excellent resistance to impact damage, moisture, and air leaks, while its extra-thin valve casing and modified branch tube (knuckle) angle ensure a snappy response and unhampered playability. You'll also appreciate this horn's first slide valve saddle, which makes on-the-fly adjustments a breeze. To top it off, the height of the YTR-8445II's water key gutter is designed for optimum resistance, and the ends of the water key spring are curled for maximum response.





Hand-hammered, 1-piece annealed bell





Constructed from gold brass, this horn's 1-piece, 4-7/8-inch bell contributes significantly to its agile response and huge, extravagant sound. The YTR-8445II's annealed bell design really optimizes the horn's resistance, facilitating a powerful tonal core, spot-on slotting, and enhanced upper-register playability. The YTR-8445II features a yellow brass body, which produces an ear-grabbing brilliant quality. At Sweetwater, we've also found that this trumpet's clear lacquer finish gives it a gleaming, polished look.





Yamaha Xeno Series trumpets





Yamaha is committed to supporting you at every step of your musical journey. Their Xeno Series (pronounced "Zee-no") instruments are crafted for players who desire maximum power, projection, and warmth. More than 30 years in the making, Xeno trumpets were designed with input from the world's leading players, incorporating their experience and talent to produce amazing instruments with the features and performance that pro-level players demand.





Yamaha YTR-8445II Xeno Trumpet Features:


Pro-level C trumpet that's tailor-made for symphonic, jazz ensemble, and commercial applications


Heavy 1-piece drawn leadpipe offers a comfortable level of breath resistance and a solid core tone


0.462-inch bore elicits e a larger-than-life sound that doesn't smear or break up at higher volumes


Rugged monel valves yield smooth action and resistance to impact damage, moisture, and air leaks


Extra-thin valve casing and modified branch tube (knuckle) angle ensure a snappy response and free-blowing feel


First valve slide saddle allows for easy, on-the-fly tuning adjustments


1-piece, 4-7/8-inch, gold brass bell exhibits an agile response and a huge, extravagant sound


Annealed bell design facilitates a powerful tonal core, spot-on slotting, and enhanced upper-register playability


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


Water key gutter supplies optimum resistance, with curled spring ends for maximum response


Comes with a double case with backpack straps and a TR-16C4 mouthpiece