B&S 3137-L - CHALLENGER I LACQUER

A Challenger at the Heart of B and S DNA

The B and S Challenger I 3137 is part of a recognized German manufacturing tradition, with an approach centered on build quality and the consistency of a professional instrument. Its deliberately "classic" design and features make it a trumpet intended to support the musician over the long term, prioritizing healthy response, good pitch stability, and controlled projection.

For Which Musicians and Styles

Designed as a professional Bb trumpet, the Challenger I 3137 primarily targets advanced and professional musicians seeking a reliable work instrument, capable of handling both rehearsals and performances. Its ML bore balance and tonal personality make it an excellent choice for classical, wind orchestra, brass band, and variety music, while remaining versatile enough to approach more modern contexts when adapting the mouthpiece and playing approach.

Sound and Design

The core of this trumpet is its handmade one-piece bell, crafted according to the brand's traditional methods. This construction promotes broad projection and a wide palette of colors, useful for shifting from a clear, centered sound to a rounder expression depending on register and dynamics. The yellow brass bell provides a balance between brightness and warmth, while the rose brass leadpipe and tuning slide tend to enrich the timbre with more density and smoothness. With its ML bore (11.66 mm), the sound production remains natural, intonation stable, and resistance well balanced, helping maintain control in both the middle and upper registers. Mechanically, the 3 monel pistons are appreciated for their durability and smooth operation, supporting clean and fast playing.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The trumpet is delivered with a gig bag, convenient for daily transport and protecting the instrument between rehearsals.

Technical specifications

Level	Student	Color	Yellow
Tone	Bb	Finishing	Varnished
Body material	Varnished brass

Key	Bb	Pistons	3 monel pistons
Bore	ML 11.66 mm	Bell diameter	122 mm
Leadpipe and tuning slide	rose brass	Bell material	yellow brass
Finish	lacquered	Bell	handmade in one piece