LJ Hutchen Bb Trumpet with Plush-Lined Case

by LJ Hutchen

Product Features

• Professional bell and bore size for ideal sound, resonance, and intonation
• Clear lacquer finish with rose brass lead pipe for full, clear tone
• Braced tuning slide to maintain alignment
• Stainless steel valves for consistent performance and prevention aginst corrosion
• ALSO INCLUDES: Plush lined hard case, Yamaha valve oil, Standard size 7C mouthpiece, 2 year warranty

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000FLHSAY
• Item model number: 4218
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (68 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,870 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #6 in Musical Instruments > Band & Orchestra > Brass > Trumpets > B Flat

Product Description

An LJ Hutchen trumpet is significantly different from other brands. This instrument allows young musicians to learn without the frustration that comes with playing a poorly designed product. The materials used throughout the LJ Hutchen trumpet are simply the best that money can buy. Every instrument is double-bench tested and meets the most stringent level of quality before leaving our facility. LJ Hutchen instruments are an outstanding option for student musicians. Pricing and warranty terms are the best value offered in the instrument market today. Because LJ Hutchen trumpets are predominantly used by students, we believe that high quality is not only necessary, but is imperative for successful music education. For further information on the LJ Hutchen trumpet, or any other LJ Hutchen product, please visit the official LJ Hutchen website.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

55 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Student Trumpet, October 13, 2008

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Paul (Manassas, VA) - See all my reviews
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I purchased the LJ Hutchen brand trumpet from Hyson Music for my middle-school aged son and am extremely satisfied with the product. This trumpet is a quality instrument with excellent tone and smooth valve action. As someone who has played a vintage Reynolds trumpet for about 30 years, I can tell you that the LJ Hutchen is an excellent instrument for the beginning or intermediate musician. It also came in an attractive and sturdy case. In my experience, you will not find a better quality trumpet anywhere near this price range. My hat is off to LJ Hutchen company. I will also add that the folks at Hyson music shipped it REALLY fast. I ordered via Amazon on Monday night and had the trumpet on my doorstep on Thursday morning (in VA). It has been a great purchase in every respect, and my son is glad to have a shiny new trumpet!

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I'll Toot This Horn, February 24, 2010

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Trot Aceman (Albany, NY USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: LJ Hutchen Bb Trumpet with Plush-Lined Case (Electronics)

I played trumpet for years in high school and college, and I had an old Doc Severinsen model that I had a crystal clear beautiful sound with. Several years ago, I purchased an inexpensive trumpet and it sounded like garbage. I've decided to get back into playing again. Based on the reviews, I decided to go "cheap" and try this one. By "cheap" I mean as compared to the $500+ I could spend on what I knew would be a high quality instrument.

The other users are right on target about the valves being turned funny in the chambers, but that's easy to fix. Simply unscrew the tops of each valve chamber (not the stem itself), and turn them until they click. When seated properly, air should be able to be blown freely through the trumpet with all the valves up. If not, simply try turning them again. With a good eye you can line up the holes in the valves with the trumpet.

The trumpet ships with valve oil, and the slides are clearly well greased and ready for action. I took it out of the case, adjusted the valves as noted, blew through it for about 2 minutes to warm it up, and then produced a sound equivalent to my beautiful old Doc Severinsen. The valves work easily, the slides slide gracefully, and the most important piece is the sound quality is amazing.

As if all that wasn't enough, I ordered the item, and it was on my doorstep within 3 business days.

If you have a youngster just starting out, or are getting back into it like I am, or need a good concert quality trumpet without spending a thousand dollars, this is the horn for you!

29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fine starter, October 8, 2008

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Michael Billig (Lancaster, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: LJ Hutchen Bb Trumpet with Plush-Lined Case (Electronics)

Although I do play music, I am not a trumpet player. But I bought this instrument for a 9-year-old boy who is just beginning to play. He loves this trumpet, and I love hearing him play. He is making amazing progress. The instrument sounds wonderful, is solidly constructed, and easy to maintain. I think that it is a perfect choice and a fantastic value. I love the fact that the man behind the Hutchen concept is so committed to the musical education of young people. I will recommend Hutchen instruments to other parents.