*NEW* Schilke P5-4 Piccolo Trumpet Unboxing Review (2021 factory sealed) Kurt Thompson

[@dgdiyer1191]

Back in the day we used to take the train into downtown Chicago and visit the Schilke factory on Wabash in the south Loop. They were the nicest people. They let us try some horns, including a piccolo, and showed us around to see some of the horn builds in progress. From that box looks like they moved out of downtown to Melrose Park.

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

Ideally, I would have preferred to walk through the factory, have them set out 5 or 6 of these and let me give each a whirl until I found that perfect "one."

[@livinthedream16]

Love it! Great unboxing and unfiltered review. It really helps me think through this kind of investment.

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@allenrussell1947]

I love playing the piccolo trumpet. Lots of fun. That's a great instrument.

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

It sure is.

[@GGgamer-ww7yi]

AND EXPENSIVE

[@michaeltroster9059]

Just wondering if the horn came with lead pipes for coronet mouthpieces? Most better horns do.

[@domparisi3913]

Sounds very good. It's what I would expect to hear from a great pic trump. Oops,, and a great pic trump musician.. 😏. The perfect combination. 😃

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

Thanks and...Yup!

[@3267david]

Sounds amazing. When would you use the A pipe? Would love a basic tutorial on the pic.

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

Great suggestion! As far as the A pipe, I have NEVER used it in a performance or recording. That said, some players ONLY like to play on the A leadpipe. Ideally, you would use it to alleviate transposition and key issues, but I have always just transposed mentally regardless with my Bb shank. Keep in mind, I am not a full time zealot symphony trumpet dude. In fact, I have never really enjoyed playing IN the symphony. I love doing solos for weddings, church, recordings, etc...I say this so you know my perspective is different from the gun ho orchestra only trumpet folks out there...

[@carlosa.sanchez896]

The A lead pipe is to play in the key of F, since many baroque pieces were composed in the key of D, which means a Bb trumpet has to play them in the key of E. The F key is easier for trills, fingerings and grace notes.

[@michaela4712]

I’m currently in percussion and I want to start playing trumpet, HUGE change what should I get?

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

You left out a lot of details and you should take a lesson/consult for someone to spend a tiny 30 minutes or so talking about what it is you want to accomplish. I have no idea your level of musicianship, but I will just say you can get a cheap Mendini or Jean Paul Trumpet from amazon. They are decent for beginners and will only set you back less than $200. You do realize the trumpet I have here cost $4300.00 and WOULD NOT be suitable for anyone less than a top caliber pro trumpet player. amzn.to/2jEJHbV

[@MihaiSorohan]

Nice instrument, nice playing. The pistons are a bit loud.

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

Thanks. yeah those valves aren't broken in. They do make the valves slightly thicker to allow for a small bit of metal to come off during the break in period.. That is why you eventually will see long vertical grooves on it once it has found it's spot inside the casings.

[@MihaiSorohan]

@@TRUMPETSIZZLE Interesting. Thanks for the info.

[@hpstrehler]

Did you order directly or via dealer?

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

It looks like Musician's Friend or Woodwind Brasswind.

[@SnurpyTheCat]

That thing sounds regal!

[@alexd.5514]

Did only one leadpipe come with the instrument? if so I'm assuming it's comissioned for both A and Bb... Was it a trumpet or cornet shank?

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

its a Schilke my friend! 'nuff said

[@alexd.5514]

@@TRUMPETSIZZLE Well no, I would like to know what shanks are included when buying a p5-4.

[@KeshiaFowler]

It’s Beautiful

[@TRUMPETSIZZLE]

Thanks Keshia!

[@MultiTrumpetman]

I prefer Stomvi Titán and Bach Artisan, older Selmer also.