Brass Instruments

Discover the rich sound of the brass family, where instruments create sound through the vibration of a player's lips against a mouthpiece while controlling pitch with valves or a slide. Unlike most woodwind instruments, brass instruments produce directional sound that travels outward from the bell.

At Heid Music, we offer a wide selection of brass instruments, including trumpets, trombones, French horns, baritones, and euphoniums. Trumpets, beloved around the world, have the highest register of all brass instruments. Trombones, using a slide mechanism, produce unique pitch and tone. French Horns provide a key component in many band and orchestra compositions. The baritone is a versatile horn with a deep tone suitable for school or marching bands. The euphonium, often confused with the baritone, produces a distinctive tenor voice suitable for both ensemble and solo performances.

Choose from our student, intermediate, or professional brass instruments from notable brands like Yamaha, Bach, Conn, Schilke, Jupiter, King, and Jiggs pBones and pTrumpets. For a cost-effective introduction to brass, try one of the Jiggs pBones or pTrumpets, made entirely of plastic but with the sound quality of their brass counterparts. They come in fun, bold colors to match any personality! For intermediate or professional musicians, we recommend the Yamaha Xeno YTR-8335IIGS Professional Bb Trumpet, an infusion of outstanding design and great volume projection without sacrificing tonal integrity.

To keep your brass instrument performing and sounding its best, proper lubrication is essential. Brass valves, pistons, and slides need to be oiled before every performance or practice. Our senior repair technician recommends Blue Juice Valve Oil or Hetman Light Piston Lubricant/Valve Oil, but any oil choice is personal preference.

Whether you're looking to rent or own, buy new or used, our team of Music Enthusiasts would love to help you find your perfect brass companion. Discover our selection today at Heid Music.