John Packer JP171SW Bb Cornet

I'm an old man. I own 2 professional grade Trumpets. I bought a Cornet (JP171SWS) because my friend, also old, told me when his trumpet wares him out he grabs his Cornet. It's more forgiving. So I bought this one and here are specifics: 1. It was delivered as indicated when I placed the order. 2. The carrying case is very nice and adequate. 3. The horn is absolutely beautiful to the eye. 4. It has good tone and valve action. In short, I love it. Typically a student grade horn will not hold up to professional rigors. I've had this one only a few weeks. I play all my horns everyday. So far the Cornet has not failed me. But it might be too soon to tell. However, I wouldn't be surprised if this horn lasted a young student player right into his professional years. P.S. check with your instructor on the mouthpiece. I opted to get a Cornet mouthpiece with the same cup dimensions I use on my Trumpets.

This is a very high quality instrument. I heard they were good but come on. Makes my Jean Paul trumpet feel cheap. The silver adds an extra layer of beauty. Just such a nice instrument. You will be 100% satisfied.

Very Good !

Comes with valve oil (Not good valve oil) Came in a very nice sturdy and good quality case. No gloves and no slide grease. Slides came pre-greased though. Top of valves have a very pretty marble look and they have the felt. The mouth piece is much better than i expected. It is really nice :) The cornet has a nice tone and seems to be naturally a bit sharp (That could just be me) The instrument is definitely new and was made with great quality :) I am very pleased and glad this is what i chose! (I took these pictures with my laptop! Sorry for the not-so-lovely photo quality)