Detail 01
.500" bore
A small bore. Less air required to fill, so a young player builds tone without running out of breath.
Product detailSKU #1274115034482
YamahaYSL-354 Series Student Trombone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Student tenor trombone in Bb with a .500" bore and 8" yellow brass bell. Built for beginners in school band programs.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Middle school students starting band on trombone
- Concert band and marching band through early high school
- A first horn that holds resale value and is easy to service
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing an F attachment for low-register work
- Jazz players wanting the wider .525" or larger bore blow
- Advanced students ready for a large-shank professional setup
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
Nickel silver inner slide
Harder and slicker than brass. The slide stays fast and resists wear from daily student handling.
Detail 03
8" yellow brass bell
Bright, focused projection that cuts in a band section rather than blending into a dark orchestral sound.
Detail 04
Small mouthpiece shank
Only small-shank mouthpieces fit. Large-shank pieces from bigger horns will not seat.
Detail 05
Clear lacquer finish
Protects the brass and keeps polishing simple. Lacquer can wear at contact points over years.
Detail 06
No F attachment
No trigger. Low E and F below the staff require full 6th and 7th position reach — a stretch for small arms.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Ships with a mouthpiece and case; a stand and slide oil are separate
- 02Slide cream or oil plus a water spray bottle is required upkeep
- 03The slide bends easily if dropped — always lock it before moving the case
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a good first trombone?
Yes. The .500" bore, nickel silver inner slide, and included mouthpiece and case cover everything a beginning band student needs.
02Does it come with a mouthpiece and case?
Yes, both are included. A small-shank mouthpiece ships with the horn.
03Does it have an F attachment trigger?
No. This is a straight tenor trombone, so low F and E need 6th and 7th position. F attachment models are a separate step up.
04How long will a student outgrow this?
It covers concert and marching band through early high school. Players moving into jazz or advanced repertoire usually want a larger bore or an F attachment.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
7 detailsBody & build
- Country of Origin
- China
- Type
- Tenor Trombone
- Bell Material
- Yellow brass
- Leadpipe Material
- Yellow brass
- Body Material
- Yellow brass
- Body Finish
- Clear lacquer
- Finish
- Clear lacquer
2 detailsSize & weight
- Bore Diameter
- .500”
- Bell Diameter
- 8”
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- ✓ Included
5 detailsOther
- Tuning
- Bb
- Level
- Student
- Mouthpiece
- Yes
- Inner Slide
- Nickel silver
- Mouthpiece Shank
- Small
