15 Best Intermediate Trumpet Reviews 2022 – Standard Trumpet List

If you are looking for a trumpet that fits the needs of an intermediate player, either in or out of school, the Medini by Cecilio is the ideal choice. The unique features of this trumpet include a lead-pipe whose mouth is made of phosphorus.

On top of the lead-pipe are three inlaid, white-pearl keys together with 3 outstanding smooth valves. Before these trumpets are sold out, they are tested at the company’s factory and are retested at the product’s distribution center in Los Angeles where they are certified for high-quality standard. This is the primary reason why thousands of teachers and musical instructors have endorsed the Mendini by Cecilio Trumpet.

The Mendini by Cecilio MTT-L Trumpet Gold Bb has a smooth airflow and the valves are heavy duty with top class quality. The trumpet is very solid and there is nothing flimsy about it. The copper lead-pipe adds to the overall beautiful finish of the trumpet. This trump will pass as a perfect gift for your child or spouse who is seeking to upgrade to the intermediate level and beyond.

The trumpet comes with cleaning cloth, valve oil, gloves and a wonderful case for storage and easy transportation.

Designed to function in the Bb key, the Jean Paul Standard Student Trumpet offers the student the golden opportunity to upgrade his or her playing career from a beginner level to an intermediate champion and master of the trumpet. The bore provided by this trumpet is very generous to the student as it simplifies the playing process while helping both the beginner and intermediate player to hit the correct notes precisely.

The lead-pipe featured by Jean Paul TR-330 is made of brass, which allows the player to generate warm and well-centered rich tones. The bell and lead-pipe of this instrument are also responsible for the excellent projection of sound that is generated when playing the instrument in school or in the marching band. The quality is nice and the price is just perfect.

The entire body construction is yellow brass while it also features a contoured carrying case. Other accessories that come with this product include the cleaning cloth, valve oil, glove, and mouthpiece.

Here is another unique design from Jean Paul, and this time, it’s the TR-430, a continuation of the TR series. Just like its predecessor, the TR-330, this particular version features a rose brass lead-pipe that contributes to the rich and warm sound the instrument for which the instrument is popular.

However, the unique difference in the Jean Paul TR-430 is the adjustable and solid third trigger design that creates a natural hand position and enhancing proper and comfortable playing technique. The piston valve is highly durable, which lengthen and strengthen the life of the trumpet while allowing the intermediate playing the ability to maximize sound quality.

Regarding accessories, the Jean Paul TR-430 comes with polishing cloth for cleaning the instrument, valve oil to prevent rust and keep keys smooth, carrying case and a 7C mouthpiece.

Our review shows that this trumpet is a complete package in terms of aesthetic and features. The Glory Brass Bb Trumpet features a solid brass design with a premium build silver plated 7c mouthpiece for outstanding handling and sound resonance.

Although this trumpet which features a standard design appear to be particularly suited for beginners, it also serves as reliable intermediate piece that has won lots of teacher’s recommendations.

The Glory Brass Bb Trumpet packs a flawless and elegant finish while the sound that it project is beautiful and admirable. This trumpet comes perfectly tuned so that the player doesn’t need to do much tuning. The color is appealing and the packaging is great.

Another fact that makes the Glory Brass Bb Trumpet to stand out from a host of others is the simplicity of play incorporated in the design. The sound is just great and the case and care kit that accompanies it further add to its quality.

This version from the popular brand, Mendini, is one of the best discount trumpets you can get for your son or daughter, at a time when some other models are proven to be junk. The Mendini TT-30CN has a nice feel and the design quality is great and looks cool. Featuring similar design like the MTT-40, this Mendini TT-30C is the perfect instrument for an intermediate.

Clearer and precise intonation are achieved through the proper tuning mechanism incorporated in this design. Although some people have complained about it starting out flat, adjusting the tune can sharpen the note and create a rich, warm and distinct sound, provided you didn’t receive a defective product from the seller.

The Mendini TT-30C is highly recommended especially for players with a low budget. The trumpet comes with a nice-looking case and two colors of gold and silver are just breathtaking.

Legacy returns with yet another unique and quality trumpet primarily designed to meet the needs of intermediate players. This Legacy Intermediate TR750S version is similar to its sister version—the Legacy TR750—except that this new version, not nickel plated but features a sterling silver plated design.

Known as one of the top-quality manufacturers of musical instrument in the world, the LegacyTR750S is designed to allow the intermediate player (especially for upgrading students) to have a blast while participating in a competitive and nationally ranked high-level marching band. The trumpet features the same 5-inch diameter bell while the silver sterling design ensures richer and warmer sound.

Apart from being reasonably priced and bearing all the qualities of a top-notch instrument, the case for carrying the Legacy TR750S is also convertible but the addition of a heart-warming 2-year warranty further put this piece above its sister’s models.

The Legacy TR750 is an intermediate trumpet with the superior quality design when compared some other models in its price range and category. The trumpet boasts superior tone and intonation, a perfect choice for aspiring students and professionals seeking to move to the next level in their careers.

The Legacy Intermediate Bb Trumpet features a 5-inch diameter bell and a double braced rose brass tube that allows a warm, rich sound. It also features nickel double water keys alongside a silver-plated mouthpiece for improved elegance and playability.

This trumpet has a bright tone that delivers an intermediate performance and the price is simply incredible for such a quality. Apart from the fact that it requires just a minimal adjustment with the slides, the LegacyTR750 includes a zippered canvas case that also converts to become a standard backpack case.

Featuring a reverse, less-resistance leadpipe, the Jupiter Intermediate Bb Trumpet 1100S far exceed lots of expectations. The trumpet is suitable for intermediate and professionals alike. The weight of the trumpet is medium, bearing a silver plated yellow brass body design while the pistons are made of steel.

The Jupiter Intermediate Bb trumpet has a third adjustable slide valve ring which enables the intermediate player to customize the instrument to achieve the desired taste and enhance maximum performance and comfort. Right off the box, this instrument plays and sound like a professional instrument.

The Jupiter’s featured low-range, mid-range and high-range key-sound projection function excellently. The sound is great and the instrument is easy to play. The valve action is just too good for the price. However, we still have to ascertain its durability after a year or so.

By now you must have heard about the brand name—Yamaha—one of the most popular in the musical instrument world. Although this model is manufactured in China, Yamaha appears to be keeping tight quality control over its products, and from the features incorporated in this YTR-4335GS, it would be right to say the brand has no plan to ditch quality for low cost.

The Yamaha YTR-4335GS Intermediate Bb Trumpet features a Silver Plated design with the gold brass bell that creates a wonderful and warm tone. Every aspect of this trumpet’s inner bore taper is tailored to provide a comfortable response and to achieve splendid tone color. This instrument offers the intermediate player the ability to project a solo or blend right with the ensemble.

The monel pistons featured by the YTR-4335GS enable the player to have quick and reliable valve action, while also providing rich, full and melodious intonation. With this trumpet, you can get as much sound as you want. But take note that the company has discontinued this model, but you still have a great piece to toy with.

The Cecilio 3Series TT-380CN Intermediate Trumpet is the product that gives the student the inspiration and upper hand in advancing to the next stage. The trumpet features a medium weight, a sturdy medium-large bore that includes a double-braced design and a lead-pipe made of rose brass which offers warm sound and clear tone.

The monel pistons that come with the Cecilio 3Series TT-380CN Nickel-Plated Intermediate Double-Braced Bb Trumpet allows responsive and smooth action while the third adjustable slide lock ensures that the intermediate player has a precise intonation. The trumpet is perfectly in pitch and the lightweight means more convenient for the intermediate player

The Cecilio TT-380CN features a deluxe lightweight and durable, nylon cover carrying case with a strap at the back, including a pocket with zip. It also comes with white gloves and cleaning cloth.

Mendini is a famous name and not many people will doubt the quality of their products in the musical instrument market. So when we got this, we weren’t disappointed by the quality it offers and ease at which the intermediate player can really master and flow with this trumpet.

Featuring a double-braced Bb 7c mouthpiece, the Mendini MTT-40 Intermediate /Advanced Double Braced Bb Trumpet has a fast and flawless action in sound projection and playability. The smooth and fast action monel valves create responsive action while the 3rd slide lock which is adjustable enable precise intonation.

The Mendini MTT-40 Intermediate /Advanced Double Braced Bb Trumpet guarantees the purest piston action attainable through the two-piece-valve casing while the rose lead-pipe and the rose brass bell design ensures a full sound with warm and clear tone. The backpack case, polishing cloth and gloves that comes with it further makes it a trumpet of choice.

We critically reviewed and saw that the Bartok Intermediate Bb Trumpet Silver ROS1145S is among the best in the market. The trumpet carries a premium quality design, with the incredible silver finish. Featuring a European bell brass design, this trumpet renders amazing and rich sounds that fit the need of the intermediate player when duty calls.

The Bartok Intermediate Bb Trumpet Silver ROS1145S is a reliable and good looking trumpet that you can get for your child who has a year or so of playing under his/her belt. The trumpet is just the kind of trumpet any teacher would recommend because the sound quality is good and the silver finish adds impetus to its elegance.

Aside from being good in sound and looks, the Bartok Intermediate Bb Trumpet Silver ROS1145S features a solid and super nice case that resembles an expensive suitcase. With that, you can keep your trumpet safe and travel anywhere with it.

Moving from a beginner to a higher level in trumpet playing requires getting something that’s perfect for that level, and the Ravel RTR301S Paris Intermediate Bb Trumpet is exactly that fit the intermediate level—the next level after the beginner’s level.

The Ravel RTR301S Paris Intermediate Bb Trumpet features a durable and high-sounding brass material construction, a great choice for advanced musicians and students who are looking to progress beyond the beginner’s level. As a part of its specification, the Ravel RTR301S features 459 inches Bb key and a 4.9 inches bell silver-plated Monel pistons, including plastic valve guides.

This trumpet performs excellently, packing a perfect sound projection that resonates off the bell ring so beautifully in so much that it can easily be mistaken for a professional trumpet. This one contains a fully adjustable third slide lock with metal nuts, but it doesn’t have fixed third slide ring.

This is a unique redesigned concept of the Yamaha YTR-4335GII Intermediate Bb Trumpet. It is one piece of high-quality design that produces a richer and wider range of tonal colors because of the gold-brass bell feature it incorporates. The trumpet also features light but the durable design which is very suitable for the intermediate player to handle. Excellent playability and endurance is promoted by the bell during playing.

The Yamaha YTR-4335GII Intermediate Bb Trumpet has a great and durable monel alloy pistons, including newly constructed valve button caps that helps in maximizing sound quality while also assisting in promoting the life of the instrument.

Regarding the main and second tuning slides, the same high-end method is used as in other Yamaha designs, providing stability, added durability and increased refined tonal color. This trumpet is an excellent choice between the beginners’ and professional trumpet.

The name may sound strange but what it carries is a stark definition of the best and among the best. Featuring BbBore key, this trumpet with a Lead-pipe measuring 460-inch represent a great value for the player seeking to upgrade his or her career to the next level—the intermediate level.

The 460-inch medium-large bore featured by this trumpet, including the dual-braced actual tuning slide, allows it to have a bit of increase mass for added sound projection.

The Kohlier 110 features unique Monel valves which create and offer flawless action while accurate tuning is guaranteed using the adjustable third valve slide stop. The Kohlier 110 Series Intermediate Trumpet features a yellow brass bell as the material used for the construction of the standard lead-pipe.

This trumpet comes with a wooden case including a 7C mouthpiece. This intermediate design goes a long way in motivating the intermediate player to play and improve more.