Virtuoso Step-Up Instrument Rental Program

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• Stained African blackwood and Dalbergia Melanoxylon body
• Silver-plated nickel keys are both durable and aesthetically pleasing
• Double fish skin pads for a good seal
• Stainless steel springs for a quick response and durability
• Fixed thumb rest
• Ergonomic keywork

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• Grenadilla wood body
• 65mm barrel for focused tone and quick response
• Bell with resonance chamber for projection and intonation
• Blue steel springs
• Power-forged, nickel plated keys
• Straight tone holes with tapered undercut

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• Open hole
• B-foot
• Offset G key
• .925 Sterling silver head joint
• Silver-plated body and keys

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• Open Hole
• Offset G
• B Foot
• Gizmo Key
• Altus Z-Cut™ Professional Headjoint with .925 Sterling Silver Lip Plate and Riser
• Altus-Bennett Scale
• Wide rib construction
• Silver-plated body and keys
• French-style pointed key arms
• Stainless steel springs

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• Open Hole
• Offset G
• Split E Mechanism
• B Foot
• Gizmo Key
• Altus Z-Cut™ Professional Headjoint with .925 Sterling silver lip plate and riser
• Altus-Bennett Scale
• Wide rib construction
• Silver-plated body and keys
• French-style pointed key arms
• Stainless steel springs

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• Open hole
• B foot
• Sterling silver genuine Powell head joint
• Silver-plated body and keys
• Offset G
• Y arms
• Drawn tone holes
• Modern Powell scale

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• Open hole
• B foot
• CY Headjoint: double flare taper and a unique embouchure hole undercut design for excellent response and a warm rich tone
• Drawn and curled tone holes
• Sterling silver head joint
• Silver plated body
• Offset G
• Gold plated lip plate

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• Silver plated yellow brass body
• 4.8″ bell
• 460″ bore
• Monel pistons for durability and easy valve action
• 3rd valve slide throw ring and stop
• 1st valve slide thumb saddle for tuning
• Reverse lead pipe for tone control and less back pressure

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• Silver-plated body for a bright, crisp tone
• 462″ bore
• 4 7/8″ seamless bell
• Monel pistons for durability and easy valve action
• 1st slide trigger
• Patented “quick release” 1st valve thumb trigger for easy intonation adjustments

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• Silver-plated body
• .459″ bore
• Stradivarius-style valve casing
• Monel pistons
• 1st slide thumb saddle
• Adjustable 3rd slide finger ring
• Two-piece hand-hammered 4-13/16″ yellow brass bell

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• Two piece, Gold brass bell
• Silver-plated body
• Highly durable Monel alloy pistons as well as piston buttons and bottom caps help lengthen the life of the instrument while also maximizing sound quality
• The 2nd and main tuning slides are produced using the same method as high-end Yamaha models, which provides stability, a more refined tonal color and added durability

The BTR411 is a well-crafted and durable instrument perfect for students and amateur musicians playing in a variety of musical styles. This step-up Bb trumpet is made in the USA using nothing but the highest quality materials. The BTR411 offers a .459" bore with a responsive 4-13/16" bell spun on a professional Bach mandrel and is finished with a brass bead wire placed in the end of the bell. This signature manufacturing process for Bach produces a trumpet extremely responsive, broad, and uniquely colorful. The 1st valve thumb saddle allows the player to make quick intonation adjustments and the clear lacquer finish layers in a subtle warmth to the overall sound.

• Two-piece yellow brass bell spun on a professional Bach mandrel
• Yellow brass leadpipe
• Monel pistons with single point valve guides
• The case has protective nylon covering, zippered accessory pouch, and backpack straps

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• Features Yamaha’s original wrap F-attachment for an open, free-blowing response
• Large orchestral bore (0.547") for powerful sound projection
• 8 1/2", Gold Brass, one-piece bell
• Large shank
• Yellow brass body
• Clear lacquer finish
• Chrome-plated nickel silver, drawn inner slide
• Brass, drawn, one-piece outer slide

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• Standard wrap F attachment with standard rotor
• Chrome plated nickel silver inner hand slide
• .525″/.547″ dual bore
• 8-5/8″ rose brass bell
• Clear lacquer finish

The BTB411 is a well-designed and durable instrument perfect for students and amateur musicians in a variety of musical styles. This step-up instrument is an ideal choice for players seeking the characteristics of a professional large bore F attachment trombone. Starting with the Bach Stradivarius threaded (removable) leadpipe,fit for a large shank mouthpiece, the model utilizes professional features at a more affordable price point. Made with an 8-1/2" two-piece yellow brass bell and finished off with a soldered bead, this the BTB411 delivers extremely responsive projection with a colorful and broad sound. The open wrap F section promotes stability in the high range and supplies easy response in the valve register. The yellow brass .547" bore handslide is paired with a rounded nickel crook creates brilliant articulation with a full-centered sound. Chrome plated nickel silver inner handslide tubes provide the ideal surface for smooth and quick handslide action and the clear lacquer finish provides a subtle warmth to the overall sound.

• Large bore intermediate model with an open wrap F-attachment
• Bach Stradivarius threaded (removable) leadpipe for a large shank mouthpiece
• Yellow brass outer handslide tubes paired with a nickel silver slide crook provide brilliant articulation with a full-centered sound
• Yellow brass bell adds fullness and warmth to the sound
• Case has a protective nylon covering, zippered accessory pouch, and backpack straps

The AC280 trombone is an instrument made for the intermediate player with the features of the professional 420 Legend series. It is an open wrap horn with a .547 bore, standard with hand slide, and a large shank lead pipe to accommodate a large shank mouthpiece for a hand slide, and a large shank lead pipe to accommodate a large shank mouthpiece for a broader sound capability. The AC280 also features an adjustable thumb trigger and a mini ball linkage, just like the Legend series Courtois horns. The AC280 includes a forged water key assembly for added durability, taken from our Legend professional models, and an ABS case. Experience legendary Courtois quality by a world leader in trombone manufacturing.

Key: Bb
Bore: .547
Bell: 8.5", two piece, yellow brass
Slide: Nickel, narrow width
Water Keys: Forged 
Finish: Clear Lacquer
Lead Pipe: Fixed

Hand made with select aged tone wood. Grade "A" naturally dried spruce top, nicely flamed back, sides and neck, ebony fingerboard, chin rest and pegs. Antique spirit varnish.
Professionally adjusted in our shop.  Includes Dominant strings, ebony fittings, and one fine tuner.

The Selmer SAS411 series of intermediate alto saxophones are one of the top-performing saxophones in the world, available at a great price point, and designed after the professional line of Selmer Paris saxophones. The SAS411 series have incredible tonal complexity. This, combined with a hand-adjusted neck, Pisoni Pro pads, and a one-piece, hand-hammered bell create a tone that is not only the best in its class but a sound that outperforms many of its competitors.

• Beautiful, complex, and projecting tone
• Professionally adjusted for light and fast key action
• Easy response
• Modern ergonomics and sturdy key work
• Elegant Mark VI style hand engraving

Several upgrades went into the development of this new intermediate tenor saxophone, including a proprietary 3-phase tone hole leveling process which guarantees precisely level tone holes for long-lasting pad seating and stability. The blue steel needle springs create a light and fast key action for which Selmer is known, an adjustable thumb rest, and superior ergonomics provide everything needed for fast and demanding technical passages. Additionally, every Selmer saxophone is professionally set up, play-tested, and optimally adjusted at the Conn-Selmer Woodwind Center located in Elkhart, Indiana.

• Beautiful, complex, and projecting tone
• Professionally adjusted for light and fast key action
• Easy response
• Modern ergonomics and sturdy key work
• Elegant Mark VI style hand engraving

Intermediate Tenor Saxophone; key of  Bb; separate key guards; hand engraving; redesigned octave key mechanism and low B-C# connection; rocker type low Bb  mechanism; front F and high F# key; ASC-400EII case; 4C mouthpiece

New versatile American-style oboes for comfortable playing. The globally popular 441 series has been renewed with additional keys and features to increase comfortability in performance. One addition is the third octave key as indicated by the new series name "441T." This improvement enables players to perform without stress or difficulty.

Duet+ upper joint: Duet+ is a patented technology of Yamaha. The wooden inner bore and tone holes are coated with ABS resin. This prevents moisture from soaking into the body, making it durable despite changes in temperature or humidity. It is designed to preserve as much as 90% of the wooden portion, preserving the oboe’s sound and resonance.

• System: Modified Conservatoire
• Bore style: American
• Aux keys: 3rd octave key; Left-hand F key; Fork F resonance key; Low Bb Key
• Trill keys: C#-D#, F#-G#, A#-B, Ab-Bb, B-C#, Left C-D, Right C-D, Low B-C#
• Low-Bb resonance vent
• Thumb rest: Fixed with a strap ring
• All cork pads
• Body material: Grenadilla (Duet+ - ABS resin lined upper joint), a metal tenon joint ring and receiver in the joint section
• Silver-plated nickel silver keys

• Solid hand-carved spruce top and maple back
• Wittner tailpiece with 4 integrated tuners
• Oil varnish, hand applied with shading
• Ebony fingerboard and pegs
• D'Addario Helicore strings
• Outfit includes bow & padded bag

The Meucci M505 cello is a handmade, fully-carved instrument featuring a well graduated solid spruce top, nicely flamed maple back, sides and neck, ebony fingerboard, pegs, and a hand applied slightly antique style varnish. This cello provides excellent playability, mellow tone, and excellent dynamic projection. A superior value for both beginners and advanced players, this outfit includes a padded bag and Brazilwood bow.