Trombones

The YSL-448G offers a large orchestral bore for powerful sound projection. The YSL-448G features Yamaha’s original wrap for the F attachment for an open, free-blowing response. As with all of our instruments at Sweetwater Band & Orchestra, our world-class repair technicians have looked at this instrument to make sure that it meets the rigorous demands of today’s players. When you select the trombone that works best for you, our repair team will be happy to take one more look to ensure you are getting an instrument that is ready to play immediately.

Gold brass bell gives the sound added warmth and richness

F attachment provides more alternate slide positions allowing the player to tackle technical passages easily

.525" bore

8.5" bell

Yellow brass body

Gold brass bell

Traditional wrap F attachment

Made in Northern Indiana, The story of the C.G. Conn 88H trombone ultimately begins in 1875 with the vision and determination of one man: Colonel C.G. Conn. Founding a band instrument manufacturing company in the small town of Elkhart, Indiana, C.G. Conn quickly became known for his innovative brass designs and became the largest producer of trombones in the United States, earning the lasting reputation as “America’s trombone house.” Carrying on this tradition, the 88H is recognized for its unique tone color and refusal to “break up” even at the most extreme dynamics, making it one of the most widely used professional symphonic trombones in the world. The C.G. Conn 88H series. Trombones with a future as bright as their past.

The C.G. Conn 88H Symphony trombone features a .547" primary bore combined with a .562" bore traditional wrap F attachment that offers outstanding clarity and projection. The chrome-plated nickel silver inner handslide tubes provide the ideal surface for smooth and quick handslide action. The rose brass material used in the professional bell and handslide material produces a deep, warm resonant sound while the clear lacquer finish adds a subtle warmth overall. The C.G. Conn 88H professional trombone is ideal for both symphonic and solo performance. Available in silver-plated finish as model 88HSP.

.547" Bore

8.5" rose brass bell

Traditional wrap F attachemnt

Clear lacquer finish

Case included

The Xeno features heavier gauge brass and a thick-walled, one-piece brazed bell which has been hand-hammered thousands of times for the ultimate in a big orchestral sound. The open-wrap F section gives a free-blowing response and the entire instrument has an evenness and balance you have to experience to believe. The tone is flexible with myriad tonal colors and gives you both powerful projection at fortissimo, and subtle control in the most delicate passages. This may well be the most expressive orchestral style trombone ever created.

As with all of our instruments at Sweetwater Band & Orchestra, our world-class repair technicians have looked at this instrument to make sure that it meets the rigorous demands of today’s players. When you select the trombone that works best for you, our repair team will be happy to take one more look to ensure you are getting an instrument that is ready to play immediately.

One-piece, hand-hammered bell

A one-piece bell has an axial (lengthwise) seam, making it a continuous extension of the instrument's material. This results in pure, uniform resonance and superior tone.

Larger bell

The bell is 8 2/3" in diameter. The larger bell, in combination with other design improvements, produces a singing, colorful open sound with a solid projecting core.

Open-wrap F attachment

The open wrap has a more open feel and quicker response while using the F attachment.

Narrow slide

Having a narrow slide results in a faster slide technique allowing the player to get around the horn easier.

Rounded Slide Crook

Eliminating sharp turns in the crook will open the feel and response of the instrument.

Adjustable Thumb Paddle

The rotor paddle is adjustable for optimum comfort.

Counter Balance Weight

Adding a weight contributes to the trombones focused projecting sound.

Mechanical Linkage

Using a mechanical linkage on a rotor gives it strong, smooth operation.

Pressure-formed tubing

Perfectly rounded tubing results in less turbulence and smoother air flow.

.547" bore

8.666" Bell

Gold brass, one-piece, hand-hammered bell

Clear lacquer finish

Case included