Detail 01
.459-inch bore
Medium-large. Moves more air than a student horn, so it opens up at volume but needs steady support to stay centered.
Product detailSKU #1274034481003
XO1602S Professional Series Bb Trumpet 1602S Silver - Yellow Brass Bell
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Professional Bb trumpet with a .459 bore, one-piece yellow brass bell and silver plate. For advancing players moving up from an intermediate horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Advancing high school and college players leaving a student horn
- Concert band and orchestral playing needing a centered, even sound
- One general-purpose pro horn covering band and combo work
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- First-time beginners; the response rewards developed air and chops
- Players set on the warmer, rounder sound of a rose brass bell
- Marching and outdoor seasons that will scuff silver plate
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
One-piece yellow brass bell
A one-piece bell vibrates more freely than a seamed one; yellow brass keeps the sound bright with strong projection.
Detail 03
Rose brass leadpipe
More copper where the air first enters softens the front of each attack and smooths resistance without darkening the whole horn.
Detail 04
Monel pistons
Alloy that resists corrosion from saliva, so the valve-to-casing fit stays tight far longer than plated pistons.
Detail 05
Silver plate finish
Slightly firmer and more focused than lacquer. It tarnishes rather than wearing through, so it needs regular polishing.
Detail 06
1st valve saddle, fixed 3rd ring
Thumb saddle lets you kick the first slide for D and C-sharp; the third ring doesn't adjust to hand size.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Includes a JBM-TR3C mouthpiece; most players will swap in their own
- 02The wood frame case protects well but is bulky next to a gig bag
- 03Silver plate spots from skin oils — wipe it down after playing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a step-up horn or a true professional trumpet?
It's built as a professional model: Monel pistons, one-piece bell, rose brass leadpipe, silver plate. It's a common jump for a strong high school or college player.
02What's the difference between the yellow and rose brass bell versions?
Yellow brass has less copper and sounds brighter with more edge and projection. Rose brass is warmer and rounder. This one is yellow brass.
03Does it come with a case and mouthpiece?
Yes. A classic wood frame case and a JBM-TR3C mouthpiece are included.
04Where is it made?
Taiwan.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
9 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Yellow Brass Bell
- Country of Origin
- Taiwan
- Type
- Trumpet
- Bell Material
- Handcrafted one-piece yellow or rose brass
- Leadpipe Material
- Rose brass
- Body Material
- Yellow brass
- Valve Type Construction
- Piston/Monel
- Body Finish
- Silver plate
- Finish
- Silver plate
2 detailsSize & weight
- Bore Diameter
- .459-inch
- Bell Diameter
- 4.8-inch
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Classic wood frame
7 detailsOther
- Slides
- Nickel silver outer and yellow brass inner slides
- Tuning
- Bb
- Level
- Professional
- Slide Adjustments
- 1st valve saddle; 3rd valve fixed ring
- Mouthpiece
- JBM-TR3C
- Valve Buttons
- Mother of pearl or silver-plate
- Leadpipe Taper
- Standard
