Detail 01
.500 inch bore
Small bore. Less air required, so easier to sustain notes as a beginner, but limited volume at the loud end.
Product detailSKU #1316049519046
pBonePlastic Trombone Green
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Bb tenor trombone with a plastic body, in green. Aimed at beginners, marching and outdoor use, or anyone wanting a low-cost second horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners starting trombone without spending brass money
- Outdoor gigs, parades and beach settings where dents worry you
- A knockabout backup horn for a working player
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing an F attachment to reach lower positions
- Auditions or ensembles requiring a traditional brass instrument
- Anyone chasing a dark, orchestral tone
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
On the small side. Sound projects forward and stays focused rather than spreading, which helps it cut in a section.
Detail 03
Small shank mouthpiece
Matches the small bore. Large-shank mouthpieces from big-bore tenors or bass trombones will not seat correctly.
Detail 04
Plastic body
Lighter than brass and it will not dent. Tone is brighter and thinner, with less core in the low register.
Detail 05
Two mouthpieces, 6.5AL and 11C
6.5AL is deeper for a fuller low end; 11C is shallower and easier for high notes and endurance.
Detail 06
Key of Bb
Standard tenor pitch, so band parts, slide-position charts and method books apply without transposing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Slide needs regular water spray and slide cream; plastic slides dry out fast
- 02Green plastic body is molded, not painted, so scratches do not show color underneath
- 03Start on the 11C if you have no embouchure yet, then move to 6.5AL
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it sound like a real trombone?
It plays in tune and reads the same slide positions, but the tone is brighter and lighter than brass, with less weight in the low register. Fine for learning and outdoor playing.
02Can I use my metal mouthpiece?
Yes, if it is a small-shank tenor mouthpiece. Large-shank pieces will not fit. A metal small-shank piece adds a bit more core to the sound.
03Is it OK for school band?
It works for learning and for outdoor marching. Check with the director first, since some programs require a brass instrument for concert ensembles and auditions.
04How do I clean it?
The plastic body can be washed with warm water and mild soap. Dry the slide fully, then reapply slide cream and water before playing.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPlayability
- Key
- Bb
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Green
4 detailsOther
- Mouthpiece
- Plastic 6.5AL, 11C
- Bell
- 8 inch
- Bore
- .500 inch
- Mouthpiece Shank
- Small
