Yamaha YTR8345GS Xeno Bb Silver-plated

A Xeno Designed for the Stage: Craft Tradition and Yamaha Consistency

The Yamaha Xeno series has established itself as a benchmark among demanding musicians seeking a reliable, consistent instrument capable of enduring long use. Here, traditional handcrafting is combined with modern production processes to ensure high quality and especially manufacturing consistency. The "Heavy" philosophy aims at a clear goal: offering a trumpet with substance in the sound, durability, and a response that remains solid even under intense demands.

For Which Musician and Styles?

This trumpet is primarily intended for advanced intermediate to professional musicians who want an instrument that is both comfortable and robust, offering a true dynamic range. It is particularly suited to contexts where projection and presence are essential: wind orchestra, brass band, big band, variety, contemporary music, but also classical repertoire when a dense sound and excellent stability are sought. Its well-balanced resistance helps maintain control over intonation and attack, even at high intensity.

Sound and Design

The Yamaha Xeno emphasizes a full timbre and clear projection, with a reserve sensation that reassures as soon as the instrument is pushed. The rose brass bell, made in one piece and hand-hammered, promotes a warmer sound and marked harmonic richness. The ML bore provides a very versatile balance: enough openness to sing and carry, while maintaining resistance that helps shape the sound. The silver-plated finish completes the set with a premium look, while contributing to a sensation of precision and clarity in the attack.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The trumpet comes with a Yamaha TR-16C4 mouthpiece and a TRC-801E case. A relevant complement (without compatibility risk) is the addition of a trumpet maintenance kit (swabs and brushes) as well as piston oil to maintain smooth and consistent action daily.

Technical specifications

Level	Semi-professional	Color	Grey
Tone	Bb	Finishing	Silver
Body material	Silver-plated brass

Key	B-flat	Water key	extended chimney on the main water key to optimize resistance
Bore	ML 11.73 mm	Bell	rose brass, one-piece hand-hammered
Design	Xeno (heavy)	Bell diameter	123 mm
Finish	silver-plated	Included mouthpiece	TR-16C4
Piston material	monel	Included case	TRC-801E
1st tuning slide	button added at the end for ideal resistance and better control	Details of the TRC-801E case	double case covered with black faux leather, divider for transporting 2 trumpets, large exterior pocket for accessories and sheet music, backpack or shoulder strap carrying options
Piston block and pistons	lightweight design for faster action; optimized internal angles and connections to improve response and resistance control