As a trumpeter, I got this horn to play lower notes, and I have to say, this is a really good instrument for a really good price, the finish is so good and everything works how it's supposed to, it has the strong mellow sound, but it is a little thin making it easier to dent, it should be fine if you are careful with it though, and the mouthpiece is easy to get used to, overall it's a really good instrument for it's value and I recommend getting it