Thein Brass handcrafts trumpets, trombones, and other brass instruments in Bremen, Germany. Most models are offered with a wide range of bells, leadpipes, metals, and finishes, so players can tailor the instrument to their sound.

Thein developed its H Model piccolo trumpet with Matthias Höfs and many other trumpet players. It has a bright, warm sound full of overtones, with excellent intonation in both Bb and A.

It comes with separate Bb and A leadpipes, a 4th valve trigger, and an intonation ring on the 3rd slide. A conversion set for G can be bought with the instrument and is fitted to it. Thein recommends its 1-1/2CFF or P3 mouthpiece. See the Thein mouthpiece guide for the full lineup.

• Key: Bb/A
• Valves: 4 piston
• Bore: .453" (11.5 mm)
• Bell: 3.937" (100 mm) yellow brass, French rim, fixed
• Wall thickness: 0.016" (0.40 mm)
• Leadpipes: Changeable, one each for Bb and A
• Trigger: 4th valve slide, with intonation ring on the 3rd slide
• Finish: Silver plate
• Recommended mouthpiece: Thein 1-1/2CFF or P3 (not included)
• Made in: Germany

Every new instrument comes with the Houghton Horns New Instrument Warranty, which covers defects in material and workmanship for two years.

Not sure which setup is right for you? Book a free virtual instrument consultation with our team.

WARNING: Brass instruments and their accessories can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm, and Nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to:

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Most new instruments and accessories over $75 are eligible for free shipping to the continental US.

Thein instruments, tubas, and pre-owned instruments are excluded from free shipping.

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Most products sold in the United States receive a 15-day return policy that starts on the day the customer receives their order. The customer is responsible for the cost of initial and return shipping, except in the case of new French horns, trumpets, and trombones, which will receive free return shipping from 48 US states. There will be a $5 cleaning fee for each returned mouthpiece.

Some product categories are ineligible for return, which include special orders, sheet music, consumables such as lubricants or cleaning snakes, and personal items such as clothing or face masks.

Unfortunately, as of May 12, 2025, we can no longer offer returns, exchanges, or refunds to international customers due to the tariff situation. We hope to restore international returns soon.

See the policy links at the bottom of our website for more information.

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Any product labelled "Special Order" is a final sale, no refunds or exchanges. Likewise, any product that has been customized at the customer's request can no longer be returned.

Click here for more information on special orders. If you want it, we will try our best to get it to you!