John Packer Trumpet

Designed in collaboration with Smith-Watkins.The JP254SW features:
Exclusive Smith-Watkins design leadpipe delivering unparalleled sound quality at this price point
Monel valves provide a smooth and responsive action
Trigger on the 1^st valve slide offers flexibility in tuning on some of the more difficult lower notes

Used as a soprano trombone by trombone players or as a novelty slide trumpet by trumpet players.

The smaller size (only 23cm long) and good balance of the JP159 Pocket Trumpet make it very easy to play and carry for young beginners. This model features: - Monel piston valves
A bell the same size as a full sized trumpet
Sound and playability is as similar to a standard trumpet as possible
Available in a variety of colourful finishes

The JP152 is well regarded as an inexpensive harmony trumpet with the characteristics and performance of professional level models.
Rose brass leadpipe aids players of all abilities to produce a rounded strong sound
Monel piston valves have smooth and fast action
Fixed finger ring on the 3rd valve slide to provide greater strength and rigidity.

Designed in collaboration with Smith-Watkins, the JP351SW HW features:
Exclusive Smith-Watkins design leadpipe which provides a powerful sound
Special heavyweight bell for a warmer sound
Heavy top and bottom valve caps
Monel valves ensure a quick and smooth action
Satisfying combination of balance and sound, ideal for those big band moments.

Handmade leadpipe by Andy Taylor
Heavy bell
Heavyweight finger rings
Heavyweight top and bottom caps
Amado design water keys help to complete the attractive design
Made from a High Grade 80:20 Brass
JP by Taylor trumpet provides players with a big, bright sound and is a very cost effective route into the Taylor family

By using Rose Brass for the leadpipe, the JP051 is capable of supporting you to achieve a strong and warm sound.
Rose brass leadpipe
Rose Brass has a higher copper content improving the tonal qualities
Adjusatable 3rd valve ring, to support smaller hands and good hand positionand comfort
Ideal student trumpet
Recommended by Jamie Prophet of the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra

The JP251SW has been carefully designed in collaboration with Dr Richard Smith of Smith-Watkins to ensure the instrument benefits from the same attention to detail as Smith-Watkins instruments.
The excellent articulation and sound projection stem from the exclusively designed Smith-Watkins leadpipe which sets the JP251SW apart from other intermediate level trumpets.
Constructed from high grade 80:20 brass to ensure a bright tone
Monel piston valves
Adjustable 1st and 3rd valve slides to assist on the tuning of the more difficult notes.
Attractively designed, this instrument resembles a fully professional Smith-Watkins model and is available in many different finishes for that personal touch.
The JP251SW is one of our most popular mid-range models and a fantastic choice for any player.

The JP351SWLT was designed in collaboration with Smith-Watkins to ensure a high level of performance.
A large bore instrument
Fitted with a specially designed nickel silver Smith-Watkins reverse leadpipe
Free blowing experience and a big, powerful sound perfect for use in big bands and session music.
Lightweight in design and made from a High Grade 80:20 Brass
Monel piston valves to increase reliability and and playability.

Designed in collaboration with Dr Richard Smith of Smith-Watkins, the JP257SW offers the standard of intonation and playability that would be expected of professional models.
An exclusive Smith-Watkins design leadpipe supports players to achieve a bold and rich sound
Sound quality is further improved by its construction from high grade 80:20 brass throughout
Monel valves provide a quick and smooth action
Easily and efficiently change pitch between D and E^b by simply swapping the main tuning and 3 valve slides with the extra 4 supplied.

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