is a professional-grade orchestraltrumpet. It was designed for versatility, often featuring interchangeable slides to play in bothC and B♭keys. There are no Bb slides for this horn.
The Selmer Paris Era II was developed with professional soloists and symphonic musicians to provide a centered, pure sound suitable for small ensembles or full orchestras.
Design: It features a direct piston circuit for precise emission and sound purity.
Specifications: Typical models have a medium bore (11.75 mm) and a 125 mm bell.
Finish: Commonly available in gold lacquer or silver-plated finishes.
Production: Selmer ceased brass instrument construction around 2010, making well-maintained Era II trumpets rare today.
Estimated Date: Based on similar listings, instruments in this series often date to the late 1990s or early 2000s.
Authenticity: Authentic Henri Selmer Paris instruments feature a unique engraved serial number that can be verified directly with Selmer’s services.
Sound Quality: It is described as having a warm core with a centered, full tone.
Versatility: One owner on Reverb noted it “sounds absolutely fantastic,” even comparing its performance favorably against the industry-standard Bach Stradivarius.
Value: According to Musician reviews, it offers a strong value proposition for an orchestral-minded trumpet.
