List Price: $5,722.00
Our Price: $3,299.00
Condition: New

The B&S X-Series MBX Christian Martinez B♭ Trumpet is a professional-grade instrument designed in collaboration with renowned French trumpet player Christian Martinez. This trumpet offers a perfect balance of tonal richness, versatility, and playability, making it an excellent choice for musicians across genres, from jazz to classical.

At the heart of the MBX is a newly designed lightweight gold brass bell, meticulously hand-crafted and hand-hammered for superior projection and harmonic richness. The specially developed leadpipe enhances precision and ease of play, while the completely reworked bore design ensures a stable airflow and impeccable tuning accuracy.

Designed with customization in mind, the MBX includes two full sets of top and bottom caps and finger buttons, allowing players to personalize the feel and response of the instrument. The innovative third slide stop system provides added control, and the fast-threaded top caps allow for quick valve access, enhancing maintenance convenience.

Specifications & Key Features:

• Key: B♭
• Series: X-Line
• Bore Size: 0.459″ (11.66mm), Medium-Large — redesigned for improved airflow stability and tuning accuracy
• Bell: 4.803″ (122mm) #43 lightweight, one-piece hand-hammered gold brass with French flat bead — offers enhanced projection and tonal depth
• Valves: 3 top-sprung, hand-lapped Monel pistons — durable and corrosion-resistant for smooth, reliable action
• Water Keys: 2 lever-style, forged (main tuning and 3rd valve slide) for efficient moisture release
• Customizable Setup: Includes two complete sets of valve caps and finger buttons for personalized playability
• Fast Thread Valve Caps: Quick maintenance with just two and a half turns to remove valves
• Finish: Gold lacquered for a classic appearance
• Versatility: Designed for all styles—from jazz to orchestral—offering dynamic projection and tonal flexibility
• Craftsmanship: German-built with over 250 years of B&S instrument-making heritage

Extras Included:

• Hardshell case
• Mouthpiece
• Valve oil
• Slide grease
• Cleaning cloth and rod
• Additional set of top/bottom caps and finger buttons

The B&S X-Series MBX Christian Martinez trumpet is an instrument that blends tradition with innovation, offering professional musicians an outstanding tool for expressive and dynamic performance. Whether you’re a soloist, a jazz player, or an orchestral musician, the MBX delivers exceptional tone, effortless playability, and precision tuning that sets it apart from the competition.