Carol Brass CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L Professional C Trumpet
The Orchestral Voice with Unmatched Versatility
The Carol Brass CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L represents the pinnacle of C trumpet design—combining premium materials, innovative engineering, and meticulous craftsmanship to create an instrument that excels in orchestral settings while maintaining exceptional versatility across musical genres. This professional-grade C trumpet delivers the focused projection and clarity required for symphonic repertoire while offering the tonal flexibility to adapt to chamber, solo, and commercial applications.
Superior Materials for Exceptional Sound
The CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L features a carefully selected combination of premium materials, each chosen for its specific contribution to the instrument's tonal characteristics:
Gold Brass Bell (85% Copper)
The gold brass bell represents a significant upgrade from standard yellow brass, with its higher copper content (85%) producing:
Richer, more complex overtone structure throughout the range
Enhanced resonance, particularly in the middle and low registers
Warmer fundamental sound while maintaining necessary brilliance
Improved dynamic range, from delicate pianissimo to commanding fortissimo
The bell's small flare profile focuses the sound for exceptional projection in orchestral settings—allowing the trumpet to cut through dense textures without becoming strident or harsh. The substantial S-thickness (0.024" / 0.6mm) provides both enhanced durability and a more substantial core to the sound, while the precision soldered wire rim ensures optimal vibration characteristics.
Sterling Silver Leadpipe
The sterling silver leadpipe fundamentally transforms the instrument's response and tonal characteristics:
More efficient energy transfer from player to instrument
Enhanced resistance profile for improved control across registers
Smoother slotting, particularly in the critical orchestral register
Added complexity to the sound, with a refined brilliance that's ideal for orchestral playing
This premium component establishes the foundation for the trumpet's exceptional playability and expressive potential, particularly in the demanding repertoire for which C trumpets are primarily used.
Revolutionary Dual-Personality Design
What truly distinguishes the CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L is its innovative system of interchangeable tuning slides, offering two dramatically different playing experiences in a single instrument:
Traditional Orchestral Character: With the square crook tuning slide installed, the trumpet provides the focused resistance and centered sound prized by orchestral players, with precise slotting and excellent stability in exposed passages
Enhanced Flexibility and Response: The rounded tuning slide transforms the instrument's feel, reducing resistance for a more free-blowing experience that's ideal for solo work, chamber music, or situations requiring maximum flexibility
This remarkable versatility effectively provides two professional-caliber instruments in one, eliminating the need for players to maintain multiple C trumpets for different performance contexts.
Precision-Engineered Valve System
At the heart of the CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L lies a state-of-the-art valve system that delivers exceptional speed and reliability:
Responsive Action: The valves respond with lightning quickness, providing the precise articulation required for orchestral excerpts
Surgical Precision: Hand-fitted pistons ensure silent, efficient operation with minimal air leakage
Customizable Feel: The included super-thin finger button set allows players to reduce the mass of the valve system further, enhancing speed for particularly demanding passages
Thoughtfully Designed for the Orchestral Performer
Every aspect of the CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L has been engineered with the professional orchestral musician in mind:
Optimized Weight Distribution: The heavyweight main tuning slide (H-style with two roots) provides enhanced stability in the critical orchestral register
Familiar Bore Configuration: The 0.460" (11.7mm) medium-large bore offers a comfortable transition for players who primarily perform on Bb trumpets
Ergonomic Control: Strategically placed finger rings on the first and third slides provide convenient access for the quick intonation adjustments often required in orchestral playing
Balanced Proportions: The 5.00" (127.0mm) bell diameter produces ideal projection without sacrificing tonal complexity
Complete Professional Package
The CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L comes equipped with everything needed for immediate professional use:
Backpacker Case: Durable yet lightweight for convenient transport between rehearsals and performances
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
Two Complete Tuning Slides: Square crook and rounded options for dramatic variation in playing feel
Technical Specifications
Key: C
Bore Size: ML (0.460" / 11.7mm)
Bell Material: Gold brass (85% copper) with soldered wire rim
Bell Profile: Small flare
Bell Thickness: S (0.024" / 0.6mm)
Bell Diameter: 5.00" (127.0mm)
Main Tuning Slide Style: H (Standard, two roots)
Leadpipe Material: Sterling silver
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 Ideal Orchestral Companion
The CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L C trumpet excels in the demanding contexts for which C trumpets are primarily designed:
Symphonic Literature: The focused projection and clarity required for Mahler, Stravinsky, and other orchestral masterworks
Baroque Transcriptions: The clarity and brilliance needed for Bach, Handel, and other baroque repertoire originally written for clarino
Solo Repertoire: The flexibility and expressive range required for concertos and other solo works
Chamber Music: The blend and control needed for brass quintet and other chamber contexts
With its familiar medium-large bore and ergonomic design, the CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L also provides an exceptionally comfortable transition for players moving between Bb and C trumpets—a significant advantage for musicians who don't primarily perform on C trumpet.
A Professional Investment with Extraordinary Value
The CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L offers premium materials, innovative design, and meticulous craftsmanship typically found in instruments at significantly higher price points. Carol Brass has created a C trumpet that exceeds expectations in every category—from playability and tonal flexibility to durability and aesthetic appeal—while remaining accessible to professional players, serious students, and dedicated amateurs.
Experience the remarkable versatility, responsiveness, and richness of the Carol Brass CTR-5060H-GSS-C-L—a truly professional C trumpet designed for musicians who demand excellence in orchestral and solo performance.