Detail 01
.500 inch bore
Small bore. Easier to fill with air for a beginner, but it stops growing in volume sooner than a large-bore horn.
Product detailSKU #1316049519050
pBonePlastic Trombone Blue
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Bb tenor trombone with a plastic body, in blue. Aimed at beginners, marching and outdoor use, or anyone wanting a low-cost second horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students starting out who are not ready for a brass horn
- Outdoor marching, parades and pit work where dents happen
- Cheap spare horn to leave at a rehearsal space
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting an F attachment for lower positions
- Auditions or ensembles that specify a brass instrument
- Anyone looking for a dark, heavy orchestral sound
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
8 inch bell
Compact bell. The sound stays tight and directional, which helps it be heard outdoors.
Detail 03
Small shank mouthpiece
Small-shank tenor mouthpieces only. Large-shank pieces will not fit the receiver.
Detail 04
Plastic body
Dent-proof and lighter than brass, which helps young players hold position. Tone runs brighter and thinner.
Detail 05
Two mouthpieces, 6.5AL and 11C
6.5AL gives a fuller low register; 11C is shallower and easier on the chops for high notes.
Detail 06
Key of Bb
Standard tenor pitch, so slide-position charts and band parts apply with no adjustment.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Keep the slide wet and creamed; a dry plastic slide drags badly
- 02Blue is molded through the plastic, so scratches do not reveal another color
- 03Try the 11C first if your embouchure is new, then the deeper 6.5AL
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this good for a total beginner?
Yes. The small bore takes less air than a large-bore horn, it will not dent when dropped, and two mouthpieces are included to start with.
02How does it compare to a brass student trombone?
Same key and positions, lighter, and dent-proof. The tone is brighter with less depth in the low register, and it will not sound as full in a concert band.
03Does the slide work as smoothly as brass?
It needs water and slide cream more often than a brass slide. Kept lubricated, it moves freely; left dry, it gets sticky.
04Can I use it in the rain?
The plastic body will not rust or corrode, which is why it is common at outdoor events. Dry it and re-lubricate the slide afterward.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPlayability
- Key
- Bb
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Blue
4 detailsOther
- Mouthpiece
- Plastic 6.5AL, 11C
- Bell
- 8 inch
- Bore
- .500 inch
- Mouthpiece Shank
- Small
