Carol Brass CTR-5000L-YST-Bb-L Professional Trumpet
The Perfect Balance of Responsiveness and Projection
The Carol Brass CTR-5000L Super Lightweight Professional Trumpet represents a remarkable achievement in modern trumpet design—combining exceptional playability with brilliant tonal characteristics in an instrument that responds effortlessly across its entire range. This carefully crafted instrument meets the demands of professional players who require both technical agility and tonal versatility.
Precision-Engineered for the Performing Musician
At the heart of the CTR-5000L's exceptional performance lies a thoughtfully balanced combination of design elements:
Superior Response System
The CTR-5000L features an optimized valve system with super-lightweight finger buttons and specially calibrated valve springs. This innovative combination reduces the physical effort required during rapid passages, allowing for effortless technique and reduced fatigue during extended performances. The result is a trumpet that responds instantly to the player's intentions, from delicate pianissimo passages to powerful fortissimo sections.
Optimized Acoustic Design
The trumpet's ML (Medium-Large) bore size of 0.460" (11.70mm) strikes the perfect balance between resistance and freedom. This carefully chosen dimension provides enough resistance to maintain control in the upper register while allowing sufficient air flow for a full, resonant sound throughout the instrument's range. The #37 bell shape delivers a focused core to the sound while maintaining excellent projection—particularly valuable in ensemble settings where clarity and presence are essential.
Material Excellence
The yellow brass bell is crafted to a precise thickness of 0.016" (0.40mm), complemented by a hand-soldered wire rim that enhances both durability and resonance. This specific thickness produces the ideal combination of warmth and brilliance, allowing the instrument to adapt to diverse musical contexts. The 5.000" (127.00mm) bell diameter has been selected to provide optimal projection without sacrificing tonal complexity.
Versatility for the Modern Performer
The CTR-5000L excels in multiple performance environments:
- Wind Orchestra Settings: The trumpet's focused core and excellent projection allow it to cut through ensemble textures without becoming strident
- Big Band and Jazz Contexts: The responsive upper register and bright, open sound deliver the characteristic "zing" essential for lead playing
- Solo Performance: The instrument's balanced resistance and rich harmonic complexity provide the expressive range needed for solo literature
The reversed main tuning slide (L-style) contributes to both the instrument's visual distinctiveness and its playing characteristics, offering a slightly different feel and balance that many professional players prefer.
Premium Components and Craftsmanship
Every aspect of the CTR-5000L reflects Carol Brass's commitment to excellence:
- Precision Valve System: Hand-fitted pistons ensure smooth, silent operation and exceptional longevity
- Tuning Slide Flexibility: Both standard and squared crook main tuning slides are included, allowing players to customize the instrument's feel and response
- Ergonomic Design: Strategically placed finger rings on the first and third tuning slides provide comfortable access for intonation adjustments
- Professional Finish: The clear lacquer finish preserves the natural acoustic properties of the brass while providing lasting protection
Complete Professional Package
The CTR-5000L comes with a comprehensive set of accessories to support the performing musician:
- Backpacker Case: Durable yet lightweight for convenient transport
- Carol Brass 3C Mouthpiece: Professionally designed to complement the instrument's characteristics
- Maintenance Essentials: La Tromba T2 valve oil, Ultra Pure tuning slide lubricant, polishing cloth, and valve guard
- Customization Options: Additional super-thin finger button set for players who prefer an even lighter touch
Technical Specifications
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: ML (0.460" / 11.70mm)
- Bell Material: Yellow brass with soldered wire rim
- Bell Size: #37
- Bell Thickness: 0.016" / 0.40mm
- Bell Diameter: 5.000" / 127.00mm
- Main Tuning Slide Style: L (Reversed)
- Leadpipe Material: Yellow brass
- Tuning Slide Material: Yellow brass (inner and outer)
- Finish: Clear lacquer
- Features: 1st tuning slide finger ring, 3rd tuning slide finger ring with stop screw
The Carol Brass Difference
The CTR-5000L-YST-Bb-L exemplifies Carol Brass's philosophy of creating instruments that combine traditional craftsmanship with innovative design elements. Each trumpet undergoes rigorous quality control procedures, ensuring that it meets the exacting standards professional musicians demand.
Experience the remarkable balance of responsiveness, projection, and tonal flexibility that has made the CTR-5000L a preferred choice among discerning trumpeters across multiple musical genres.