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Snake design
A wire core with a brush at each end bends through the tuning slides and leadpipe curves without kinking.
Product detailSKU #1274115034374
YamahaTrumpet Snake
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Flexible cleaning snake for a trumpet's tubing and leadpipe. A maintenance basic for any player doing their own periodic cleaning.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students doing a bath-and-scrub cleaning once or twice a term
- Clearing buildup in the leadpipe where most residue collects
- Reaching bends a straight brush cannot
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Daily upkeep — a swab handles that between cleanings
- Valve casings, which need a dedicated casing brush
- Woodwinds; bore sizes and materials are wrong
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.
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Trumpet-sized
Sized to trumpet tubing. Forcing it through narrower bores or oversized ones defeats the point.
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Coated wire core
The coating is what keeps the wire from scoring the inside of the tubing. Inspect it before each use.
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$9.99
Consumable tool. Replace once the coating splits or bristles fall out rather than risking scratches.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use with lukewarm water and mild soap; hot water can loosen lacquer and solder joints
- 02Valve oil, slide grease and a mouthpiece brush are separate purchases
- 03Pull valves and slides before snaking, and note their order for reassembly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How often should I snake my trumpet?
A full cleaning with the snake every one to three months suits most players. Heavy daily playing or eating before practice pushes it toward the shorter end.
02Will it scratch the inside of the tubing?
Not if the protective coating is intact. Check the wire before each use and stop using it once the coating is worn through.
03Can I use it on my mouthpiece?
A mouthpiece brush fits the taper better. The snake is for the longer tubing runs.
04Does it work on trombone or French horn?
It is sized for trumpet tubing. Other brass instruments have different bore sizes and lengths.
