Yamaha YTR9335NY Custom Xeno Artist New York Bb Lacquered

The Xeno Artist Series: The Spirit of Great Trumpets, Yamaha's Rigor

With the Xeno Artist range, Yamaha does not aim to "copy" period instruments: the brand relies on an in-depth analysis of Vintage trumpets considered references, then refines every element (materials, parts, mass, assembly) to create a modern, stable, and coherent instrument. The New York series fully embodies this approach: a traditional style designed for concert use, enriched with concrete innovations resulting from ongoing collaboration with international artists.

This YTR-9335NYS thus represents a clear positioning: a stage and orchestral trumpet with high demands, designed to hold notes, project far, and remain clear in dense textures, while maintaining a "living" feel under the fingers.

For Which Musicians and Styles?

The Yamaha YTR-9335NYS is primarily aimed at advanced and professional trumpeters seeking quick response, solid intonation, and strong projection. Its "concert" temperament makes it particularly suitable for symphony orchestra, brass ensembles, chamber music, and high-level fanfares, while remaining very comfortable in pop or musical theatre settings when a clear, centered, and present sound is required.

If you appreciate an instrument that "holds" the breath, with a balanced playing resistance (neither too free nor too closed), and that secures the upper register while maintaining a dense middle register, this New York model is a natural candidate.

Sound and Design

The core of the tonal character comes from a set of coherent craftsmanship choices. The one-piece yellow brass bell is crafted with a progressive thickness (thinning towards the flare) and less rounded tubing bends to optimize resistance and projection. The result: a more immersive sound, a powerful core tone, and enhanced stability sensation, especially in the upper register.

The "French-style" rim (semi-flat edge wrapping instead of a rounded rim) contributes to comfort by providing greater sound feedback to the player, highly appreciated in orchestral contexts. The Malone Pipe leadpipe (MB1 design) with a light receiver aims for quick response, controlled intonation, and register homogeneity. Finally, welding the pinky hook to the main tuning slide receiver (rather than directly on the leadpipe) promotes a wider opening and easier sound production.

The piston block also benefits from "Vintage" research: adjusted dimensions and thicknesses, lightened chambers and pistons for a more precise touch, more dynamic playing, and a clean attack. The silver-plated finish provides a pleasant hand feel and a sober, "concert" style aesthetic.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of your Bb trumpet, consider essential compatible accessories: piston oil, slide grease, cleaning brushes/swabs for trumpet (including mouthpiece brush), and a microfiber cloth for maintaining the silver finish. For concerts, Bb trumpet mutes (straight, cup, harmon, etc.) are also natural complements depending on your repertoire.

Technical specifications

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

Key	Bb	Bell	one-piece yellow brass
Design	Custom Xeno Artist (heavy)	Bell diameter	123 mm
Finish	silver-plated	Included mouthpiece	TR-17B4
Bore	ML 11.65 mm	Included case	TRC-801E
Piston material	monel	Slide stop strap length	12 cm