Used Martin Handcraft Committee Bb Trumpet

1376XX

• Manufacture Date: 1942
• Key: Bb
• Bore Size: 0.453" Medium 
• Leadpipe: Standard
• Leadpipe Material: Yellow brass
• Valves: Nickel-plated pistons
• Intonation Aids: Removeable 3rd valve slide ring
• Finish: Silver-plated by Schilke
• Mouthpiece: Schilke 12 
• Case: Original Hardcase

Over the years, Martin Committee trumpets have become harder and harder to come by, especially in stores. This is largely because of the players that used these instruments back in their heyday, and the impressive sound that players could achieve through them. Jazz legends Claude Gordon, Dizzy Gillespie, and Miles Davis all used Martin Committees at one point or another, and their recommendation has held its weight over the years.

This Martin Handcraft Committee trumpet comes from a transitional period between the Handcraft models and the Committee Models, without the "The" engraved before "Martin." This trumpet has been well maintained throughout its life, and the nickel pistons are very smooth and responsive. This trumpet has that Classic “Committee” vibe—dark, smoky, and flexible. The silver plating, however, balances this out and allows the trumpet to be versatile for various contexts. For its age, this trumpet is in excellent condition, with some minor plating flaking along the leadpipe. 

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