For the young or novice player, the Etude ETR 100 Student Bb Trumpet is designed with comfort and ease in mind. With features like a generous bore, a first-valve thumb saddle, and an adjustable third valve finger ring, the trumpet is easy to hold. This instrument is ideal for a beginner to be able to focus on learning how to properly form notes and practice intonation. This trumpet™s red brass lead pipe is designed for tone production and projection so that your instrument™s music will reach to the back of the performance hall or blend perfectly with your marching band. The Etude ETR 100 Student Bb Trumpet also comes with a mouthpiece and instrument case making it the perfect starter kit for the beginning trumpet player.