Blessing Tenor Trombone Performance Series BTB-1488OR

For generations, E.K. Blessing has offered an affordable large bore F-attachment trombone for the advanced trombonist without compromising on build quality and playability. Approved by educators for decades, the classic B88 was a traditional first choice for a serious student, laying the foundation in high school bands across the USA.<br><br>The BTB1488 trombones are an evolution of this legacy. Design refinement in the hand-slide construction and body bracing offer a more resonant instrument that is responsive and easier to play with fantastic projection. At Blessing, our core values remain the same. The BTB1488 Performance trombones offer accessibility to a path for rapid growth and musical development along with a modern playing experience that rival many professional models.<br><br>BTB1488OR Resistance and sound = Freer Blowing / More Open. The additional copper content in rose brass offers a more complex tone, rich in overtones. A rose bell gives a warm, dark sound at softer dynamics, moving to greater brilliance and improved projection at louder dynamic levels.<br><br>Open Wrap: The term wrap refers to the configuration of additional tubing for the F-attachment section of the trombone. The open wrap has fewer bends and a straighter pathway for the air; providing a freer blowing option.<br><br>Rose Brass Bell: (85% copper 15% zinc) - Due to the higher copper content, the rose bell is a darker bell at softer dynamic levels but will become more brilliant at forte to fortissimo.<br><br>Lacquer Finish: Lacquer is a clear epoxy protective coating that is sprayed onto the instrument in the finishing process to maintain its clean appearance. Since it is thicker than plating, it tends to offer more focus and support to the sound.<br><br>Features: <br><br>• .547" Large Bore<br>• 8.5" Bell Diameter<br>• Open Wrap<br>• Rose Brass Bell<br>• Traditional F Rotor Design<br>• Yellow Brass Lead Pipe<br>• Yellow Brass Body<br>• Nickel Silver Chrome-Plated Inside Slide<br>• Narrow Rose Brass Outer Slide<br>• Nickel Silver End Bow<br>• Clear Epoxy Lacquer Finish

547 Large Bore with 8.5 Bell Diameter,Clear Epoxy Lacquer or Silver-Plated Finish Options,Two-piece Yellow Brass or Rose Brass Bell Options,Narrow Rose Brass Outer Slide Large Shank Receiver,Blessing 6.5AL Trombone Mouthpiece, Blessing C88TB Deluxe Case

Brand	Blessing
Trombone type	Tenor
Skill level	Advanced
Brass instrument bell size	8.5 in
Sound key	Bb/F
Finish	Clear Epoxy Lacquer or Silver-Plated
Accessories	Blessing 6.5AL Trombone Mouthpiece, Blessing C88TB Deluxe Case
Material	Rose Brass
Color	Yellow
Musical instrument mouthpiece type	6.5AL Trombone Mouthpiece
Weight	20 lbs
Height	35"
Model	BTB-1488OR
Has written warranty	No
Musical instrument family	Brass