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#6 in Trumpets

Eastman ETR420

Name: Eastman ETR420
Brand: Eastman
Rating: 8.3 (1 reviews)

Eastman

$1,099.00 – $1,299.00

Intermediate trumpet with a .462" medium-large bore, yellow brass bell, and Monel pistons that deliver a rich, projecting sound. Features a first and third valve slide ring for precise intonation control.

8.3

Good

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

8.4

User Sentiment

8.3

Value Score

8.7

Complaint Risk

9.0

Freshness

7.8

Community

8.1

Availability

9.0

Pros

Medium-large bore for fuller sound
Medium-large bore for fuller sound
Monel pistons included
Monel pistons included
Good projection for ensembles
Good projection for ensembles

Cons

Heavier than small-bore models
Heavier than small-bore models
Less ideal for lead jazz playing
Less ideal for lead jazz playing

Don't buy this if…

The medium-large bore requires more air support and may fatigue younger players faster than small-bore models.
The medium-large bore requires more air support and may fatigue younger players faster than small-bore models.