Schagerl 'Roman Empire' Professional Bb Trumpet with ML Bore SN 12519

Schagerl Roman Empire Professional Trumpet Overview

The Schagerl Roman Empire Professional Trumpet is a Bb trumpet with a ML bore, built for advanced and professional players who want a centered, efficient response with enough tonal flexibility for ensemble, commercial, and solo applications. Schagerl trumpets are known for precise build quality and a direct playing feel, and the Roman Empire model is intended to provide stable slotting, clear articulation, and reliable projection without requiring excessive resistance from the player. Its ML bore offers a familiar professional balance of openness and control, making it suitable for players who need one primary Bb trumpet for varied musical settings.

Schagerl Roman Empire Professional Trumpet Specifications

• Key: Bb
• Bore: ML
• Bell: One-piece trumpet bell
• Valve System: Three piston valves
• Piston Material: Monel
• Leadpipe: Standard Bb trumpet leadpipe
• Finish: Lacquer
• Case: Included 
• Accessories: None included

Condition & Setup

This is a pre-owned Schagerl Roman Empire Professional Trumpet in excellent condition. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm proper mechanical function, valve action, slide movement, and overall playing performance.

Who the Roman Empire Professional Trumpet Is For

The Schagerl Roman Empire Professional Trumpet is a professional Bb trumpet designed for advanced students, serious amateurs, and working players who want a stable ML-bore instrument with clear response and dependable projection. It is intended for musicians who need a primary trumpet that can function across concert band, brass ensemble, chamber music, commercial work, and general professional use.

Its general playing character is centered and responsive, with an ML-bore feel that balances airflow, resistance, and control. Within the professional Bb trumpet category, the Roman Empire is distinguished by Schagerl’s precise construction and a practical design aimed at consistency rather than extreme specialization.

Common Questions About the Schagerl Roman Empire

Is the Schagerl Roman Empire trumpet suitable for professional use?

Yes. The Schagerl Roman Empire is a professional-level Bb trumpet with an ML bore, piston valve construction, and a playing profile suited to advanced performance settings. It is appropriate for working players and conservatory-level musicians who need consistent response and projection.

What type of player should choose an ML-bore Schagerl Roman Empire trumpet?

An ML-bore Schagerl Roman Empire trumpet is a strong choice for players who want a balanced resistance level rather than an extremely open or highly compact feel. It suits musicians who need control, efficiency, and flexibility across multiple styles.

How does the Roman Empire fit among professional Bb trumpets?

The Roman Empire fits as an all-around professional Bb trumpet rather than a highly specialized orchestral, lead, or studio-only model. Its design supports centered tone, secure slotting, and practical versatility for players comparing it with professional models from Bach, Yamaha, Adams, and other European makers.