The Bach TR500 Bb Trumpet is one of the most popular and reliable student trumpets on the market, trusted by music educators and students for its durability, tone, and smooth response. This particular horn is a USED instrument that has been fully cleaned, adjusted, and play-tested by our professional brass technicians at Spotts Music Center in DuBois, PA. It’s 100% ready to play right out of the case — perfect for beginning band students or anyone seeking a quality backup trumpet.
Features & Advantages
- Professionally serviced by our techs: This instrument has been completely inspected, cleaned, oiled, and adjusted for optimal performance. Valves and slides move freely, and the horn is leak-free and performance-ready.
- Responsive playability: Known for its smooth valve action, excellent intonation, and centered tone — great for students developing embouchure and breath support.
- Durable student construction: The TR500’s yellow brass body and reinforced bracing make it ideal for daily school or marching use.
- Rose brass leadpipe: Adds warmth and richness to the sound while resisting internal corrosion from moisture.
- Adjustable 3rd-valve slide ring: Helps improve tuning on lower notes and teaches proper slide technique.
- Includes case and mouthpiece: Comes with everything you need to start playing right away.
Benefits for You
Buying a used trumpet can be a fantastic way to get quality without the high cost of new. When you buy from Spotts Music Center, you’re getting a used instrument that’s been looked over by experienced brass professionals who make sure it meets our play-ready standards. This means no stuck slides, sluggish valves, or air leaks — just a smooth-playing horn ready for school, lessons, or performance.
Why It Stands Out
Bach is a respected name in brass instruments, and the TR500 continues that tradition by offering high value for student players. Unlike many beginner horns, the TR500 features a corrosion-resistant rose brass leadpipe and solid valve construction. Combined with our professional inspection and setup, this used Bach trumpet offers dependable performance, long-term durability, and excellent tone — at a great value.
Specifications
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: 0.460″ (Medium-large)
- Leadpipe: Rose brass
- Body Material: Yellow brass
- Pistons: Monel alloy
- Bell Diameter: 4.75″
- Finish: Clear lacquer
- 3rd Valve Slide: Adjustable ring
- Included Accessories: Mouthpiece and hard case
- Setup Performed By: Spotts Music Center Professional Brass Repair Department, DuBois, PA
Disclaimer: This listing is for a used instrument. Cosmetic wear and minor finish imperfections may vary between instruments. All used instruments from Spotts Music Center are cleaned, inspected, and guaranteed to be in top playing condition. Details on this product are made live by a human, and humans make errors—if we made a mistake in the listing, let us know and we’ll make it right. If there is an unlimited amount of inventory, it is either a school-delivery item we have ready to go warehoused or a special-order/pre-order item: text us for availability at our DuBois store (814-371-5666). Thank you for taking the time to read about this instrument, and remember—we love helping you make music!
