Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew Bb Trumpet Overview
The Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew is a professional Bb trumpet designed around a lightweight jazz-oriented concept, with Yamaha's Custom Z line serving players who want an efficient, flexible instrument for lead, small-group, commercial, and solo work. This particular instrument is a silver-plated YTR-8310ZIIS with serial number D98359, and it includes a Yamaha case and playing-care accessories.
Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew Bb Trumpet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Trumpet
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: Step bore, 11.30 mm, 0.445 inch
- Bell Diameter: 127 mm, 5 inch
- Bell Material: Yellow brass
- Finish: Silver plate
- Case: Yamaha case
- Accessories: Mouthpiece, Yamaha valve oil, Yamaha slide grease, Yamaha polishing cloth
- Serial Number: D98359
Condition & Setup
This used trumpet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, lubricated, adjusted, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Cosmetic wear includes scuffs noted on the bell, valve block, and third valve slide, with normal light surface wear consistent with a used silver-plated trumpet. The instrument is complete with its Yamaha case and the accessories listed above.
Who the YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew Bb Trumpet Is For
The YTR-8310ZIIS is best suited to advancing and professional trumpet players who want a responsive Bb trumpet with a jazz and commercial playing identity rather than a heavier orchestral concept. Its lightweight design, step bore, and reverse tuning slide make it a thoughtful choice for players prioritizing agility, articulation, and flexible color in lead, combo, big band, studio, worship, pit, and amplified settings.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS
How does the Custom Z Bobby Shew differ from heavier Yamaha professional trumpets?
The YTR-8310ZIIS is built around a lightweight, jazz-focused design with a step bore and reverse tuning slide. Compared with heavier symphonic-style trumpets, it is aimed more toward immediacy, flexibility, and commercial articulation.
What does the step bore design mean for the player?
On this model, Yamaha specifies a step bore measuring 11.30 mm, 0.445 inch. In practical playing terms, that design supports a compact, efficient feel that many jazz and commercial players value for response and control.
Is this model appropriate for professional use?
Yes. The YTR-8310ZIIS belongs to Yamaha's professional Custom Z trumpet family and is associated with Bobby Shew's jazz-oriented design concept, making it suitable for serious jazz, commercial, and advanced ensemble use.
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Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS 'Custom Z' Bobby Shew Professional Bb Trumpet in Silver Plate
Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew Bb Trumpet Overview
The Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew is a professional Bb trumpet designed around a lightweight jazz-oriented concept, with Yamaha's Custom Z line serving players who want an efficient, flexible instrument for lead, small-group, commercial, and solo work. This particular instrument is a silver-plated YTR-8310ZIIS with serial number D98359, and it includes a Yamaha case and playing-care accessories.
Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew Bb Trumpet Specifications
- Instrument Type: Trumpet
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: Step bore, 11.30 mm, 0.445 inch
- Bell Diameter: 127 mm, 5 inch
- Bell Material: Yellow brass
- Finish: Silver plate
- Case: Yamaha case
- Accessories: Mouthpiece, Yamaha valve oil, Yamaha slide grease, Yamaha polishing cloth
- Serial Number: D98359
Condition & Setup
This used trumpet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, lubricated, adjusted, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Cosmetic wear includes scuffs noted on the bell, valve block, and third valve slide, with normal light surface wear consistent with a used silver-plated trumpet. The instrument is complete with its Yamaha case and the accessories listed above.
Who the YTR-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew Bb Trumpet Is For
The YTR-8310ZIIS is best suited to advancing and professional trumpet players who want a responsive Bb trumpet with a jazz and commercial playing identity rather than a heavier orchestral concept. Its lightweight design, step bore, and reverse tuning slide make it a thoughtful choice for players prioritizing agility, articulation, and flexible color in lead, combo, big band, studio, worship, pit, and amplified settings.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS
How does the Custom Z Bobby Shew differ from heavier Yamaha professional trumpets?
The YTR-8310ZIIS is built around a lightweight, jazz-focused design with a step bore and reverse tuning slide. Compared with heavier symphonic-style trumpets, it is aimed more toward immediacy, flexibility, and commercial articulation.
What does the step bore design mean for the player?
On this model, Yamaha specifies a step bore measuring 11.30 mm, 0.445 inch. In practical playing terms, that design supports a compact, efficient feel that many jazz and commercial players value for response and control.
Is this model appropriate for professional use?
Yes. The YTR-8310ZIIS belongs to Yamaha's professional Custom Z trumpet family and is associated with Bobby Shew's jazz-oriented design concept, making it suitable for serious jazz, commercial, and advanced ensemble use.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha YTR-8310ZIIS 'Custom Z' Bobby Shew Professional Bb Trumpet in Silver Plate
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We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.