Yamaha YTR-9335NYS-BR III 'Xeno' New York Series Bb Trumpet

Yamaha YTR-9335NYS-BR III Bb Trumpet Overview

The Yamaha YTR-9335NYS-BR III is a New York Series Xeno Artist Model Bb trumpet in BR type configuration, developed in close cooperation with David Bilger and built to deliver a flexible, brilliant sound with stable, precise intonation and a defined, centered core across the full range.

Yamaha YTR-9335NYS-BR III Bb Trumpet Specifications

• Key: Bb
• Series: Xeno Artist Model, New York Series (BR type)
• Valve section: Brass upper and lower valve casing; brass top and bottom caps
• Bell design: Narrower profile toward the valve casing with square-cornered bell bow
• Rim construction: French bead rim
• Intonation focus: Xeno Artist Model pitch performance
• Finish: Silver Plate
• Case: TRC-801E case
• Accessories: Yamaha TR17B4 mouthpiece, valve oil, cleaning cloth

Condition & Setup

This instrument is brand new and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty. It is inspected and play-tested by our professional brass staff prior to shipment to confirm proper function and factory-spec performance.

Who the YTR-9335NYS-BR III Bb Trumpet Is For

The Yamaha YTR-9335NYS-BR III is a professional Bb trumpet designed for players who want the New York Xeno concept with a brighter, freer-feeling BR-type response and a clear, focused tonal core. Developed with David Bilger, this model is aimed at serious orchestral, commercial, and crossover musicians who need reliable pitch, secure slotting, and the ability to shape color without losing center.

What distinguishes the BR type within the Xeno Artist Model family is its increased use of brass in the valve casing and caps (upper and lower sections), replacing the typical nickel silver upper casing used on the standard Xeno Artist Model. Because brass has a lower specific gravity than nickel silver, the BR configuration supports a more brilliant tone and a more open, agile playing feel while maintaining the precise intonation associated with the Xeno platform. The narrower bell design toward the valve casing and the square-cornered bell bow add defined blowing resistance for a more three-dimensional sound and improved upper-register stability. The French bead rim construction is designed to improve the feedback the performer feels from the instrument.

Common Questions About The Yamaha YTR-9335NYS-BR III

What does BR type mean on the YTR-9335NYS-BR III?

BR type refers to a Xeno Artist Model configuration that uses more brass components, including a fully brass valve casing (upper and lower sections) and brass valve caps, which contributes to a brighter tone and a freer blowing feel while retaining Xeno-level intonation accuracy.

Is the Yamaha YTR-9335NYS-BR III suitable for professional use?

Yes. The YTR-9335NYS-BR III is part of Yamaha’s Xeno Artist Model line and the New York series developed with David Bilger, and it is built for professional performance where consistent intonation, controlled resistance, and a centered sound are required.

How does the New York Series BR type differ from a standard Xeno Artist Model?

In addition to New York series design goals and feel, the BR type differs by using brass in both sections of the valve casing instead of a mixed nickel silver and brass configuration, and by pairing that with a bell shape and square-cornered bell bow designed to provide defined resistance and a strong tonal core, plus a French bead rim intended to increase player feedback.

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