Referred to as “ Custom Built “, we make each instrument by hand with the same sense of attention and detail of a custom maker. All parts are produced at the Schilke facility in Melrose Park, IL USA. Schilke start with a valve set and build out. Their valves and slides are fit at the tightest tolerances and have set a standard within the industry. They hand fit each brace, hand strap and scrape each horn rather that rather than use a de lead solution to clean excess solder from the joints. Not only does this improve the aesthetic of the Trumpet giving it a cleaner look but also it makes the joint stronger.These time honoured traditions come together to create instruments that are uniquely elegant, well balanced to hold and most importantly superior in tone quality. Since Renold O Schilke established the Schilke Company in 1956, this build process, attention to detail and old world craftsmanship provide the thread of continuity that has created a “ Standard of Excellence” in manufacturing and brass playing for half a century
Schilke HD Series C Trumpet
The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a darker core of sound with superior articulation clarity. Completely new design elements include a square shaped tuning slide bow and a re-designed mouthpipe taper and receiver. In addition to these features, the construction and design of the HD bell creates a solid, secure feel with incredible tonal depth. These new models are recommended for classical as well as jazz/commercial players alike. HD trumpets are offered in silver plate, 24K gold plate, raw brass or lacquer finishes.
Schilke Model S22CHD C Trumpet
Bore: .463" (11.75mm)
Bell: ML - 4 7/8" Hand Hammered Yellow Brass with #2 taper
Schilke Eb/D Trumpet
Model E3L
Three Valve Eb/D Tuning Bell Trumpet w/“D” Bell and slides
Bore: M -.450" (11.42 mm)
Bell: M- 4.5" (114.30 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #4 taper in the key of “Eb”
4.5" (114.30 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #4 taper in the key of “D”
The E3L has been the benchmark for comparison for virtually all other Eb trumpets in the marketplace .The tuning bell construction helps provide a balanced resistance and outstanding pitch. This instrument is the favored choice of nearly every major orchestral musician and soloist in the world today.
Schilke G/F Trumpet
Model G1L
Three Valve G/F Tuning Bell Trumpet w/‘F’ Bell and slides
Bore: M -.450" (11.42 mm)
Bell: M – 4 3/8" (111.13 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #5 taper in the key of “G”
4 3/8" (111.13 mm) Yellow Brass Bell with #5 taper in the key of “F”
Another classic Renold Schilke design, this versatile model allows the performer to execute a large diversity of literature from large orchestral, chamber and solo performance works with a variety of color. Unless specified, this model is built with #5 bells in both “G” and “F”.
OPTIONS:
#5 Bell In F or G
The #5 is the biggest bell we offer and is approximately 4 3/8" in diameter from outside bead to bead. This bell is best bell for a broad sound.
#7 Bell In G
Smaller then the standard #5 bell, the #7 is larger in the throat then the # 8 bell and is approximately 4" in diameter bead to bead.
#8 Bell In G
The number #8 bell is the same bell we use on the P5-4 piccolo trumpet and used for a lighter piccolo sound in G when required.
#2 Bell in E This bell taper and length will allow you to convert your G1L to E natural.
Schilke P5-4 Piccolo Trumpet
Model P5-4
Schilke Four Valve Bb/A Piccolo Trumpet
Bore: M -.450" (11.42 mm)
Bell: S – 4" (101.60 mm) Copper Bell with #8 taper.
The definitive piccolo trumpet in construction and sound, the Schilke P5-4 is the reference standard for piccolo trumpets in the world today. Characterized by its superior intonation and even “feel” in all ranges, this classic model is the preferred choice of the orchestral musician and soloist. The P5-4 sound is the most recorded piccolo sound in performance over the last 30+ years!
