The John Packer Trombone Range
Available online from our online retail partners:
Musical Sales Online https://musicalsales.com.au/
Harvey Norman online http://www.harveynorman.com.au
Or check out your local TMA Approved Retailer here: http://www.taylormademusic.net/contact/
JP039 Bb Slide Trumpet / Soprano Trombone
The JP039 Bb Slide Trumpet is a well engineered and lightweight Bb slide trumpet, sometimes known as a mini or soprano trombone. Owing to its small size, this versatile instrument is sometimes used as an introduction to playing the trombone as it can be held by those with small hands. The JP039 also has found a well deserved place in many trombone quartets providing players with an affordable yet high performing soprano trombone. It’s affordable price also enables players to own a secondary instrument that usually they wouldn’t be able to justify. Also holding some novelty value for trumpet players, the JP039’s trumpet slide enables players to perform glisses especially useful in jazz solos.
The JP039 Bb Slide Trumpet is supplied with a JP601 mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed and attractively styled with a reflective safety strap, backpack straps and a comfortable shoulder strap come as standard. The case also includes a small storage pocket accessible for the outside of the case. This enables players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP039 Bb Slide Trumpet / Soprano Trombone (Lacquer)
JP136 Eb Alto Trombone
JP031 Bb Tenor Trombone
The JP031 Bb Trombone is John Packer Ltd’s entry level medium bore Bb trombone. With a high performance to price ratio, it has achieved a reputation for longevity and durability within the UK education sector. The instrument’s medium bore offers versatility with little resistance and its 8″ bell gives players great sound projection.
The JP031 Bb Trombone is supplied with a JP601 mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed and attractively styled with eye catching colours and a reflective safety strap and ergonomic carry handle. The case also includes a small external storage pocket enabling players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP136 Eb Alto Trombone
JP230 RATH Bb Trombone
JP131 Bb Tenor Trombone
The JP131 Dual Bore Bb Trombone is ideal for the new starter who prefers a dual bore Bb trombone. Well engineered and with just the right ‘resistance’ for an inexperienced player, the instrument features an 8″ bell for great sound projection. The JP131 also features a rose brass bell as standard ensuring the player stands out from the crowd as well as providing a rich and warm tone.
The JP131 Bb Trombone is unique in offering students an affordable beginner level dual bore trombone giving them the opportunity to start on the instrument that suits their playing needs best. The instrument has gone though rigorous research and development to achieve the perfect balance between quality of sound and robust construction. Despite being a student level range, the JP131 features a bell ring for strength and improved resonance and is constructed from yellow brass with a beautiful rose brass bell creating greater resonance.
The JP131 comes supplied with a JP606 12C Trombone Mouthpiece and a high quality, lightweight case. Constructed with the musician in mind the case features both backpack straps as well as a comfortable shoulder strap and also includes a small side pocket for accessories. Protecting your instrument from the elements the case is of a robust ridged construction and features reliable YKK zips.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP131R Bb Dual Bore Tenor Trombone (Lacquer with Rose Brass Bell)
RRP – $899
JP133LR/MLR Bb/F Tenor Trombone
JP231 RATH Bb Tenor Trombone
JP132 Bb Tenor Trombone
The JP132 Large Bore Bb Trombone is ideal for new starters who prefer a larger bore Bb trombone. Well engineered and with just the right ‘resistance’ for an inexperienced player, these instrument feature an 8 1/2″ bell for great sound projection. The JP132 features a rose brass bell as standard ensuring the player stands out from the crowd as well as providing a rich and warm tone.
The JP132 Bb Trombone is unique in offering students an affordable beginner level large bore trombone giving them the opportunity to start on the instrument that suits their playing needs best. The instrument has gone though rigorous research and development to achieve the perfect balance between quality of sound and robust construction. Despite being a student level range, the JP132 features a bell ring for strength and improved resonance and is constructed from yellow brass with a beautiful rose brass bell creating greater resonance.
The JP132 comes supplied with a JP Mouthpiece and a high quality, lightweight case. Constructed with the musician in mind the case features both backpack straps as well as a comfortable shoulder strap and also includes a small side pocket for accessories. Protecting your instrument from the elements the case is of a robust ridged construction and features reliable YKK zips.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP131 Bb Tenor Trombone
JP133LR/MLR Bb/F Tenor Trombone
JP133LR/MLR Bb/F Tenor Trombone
The JP133LR/MLR Bb/F Is John Packer’s large bore and medium large bore tenor trombone perfect for school ensembles, training bands and for those players who require a reliable Bb/F trombone but can’t justify the cost of a more expensive instrument. Well respected in developing high performing but affordable instruments, JP Musical Instruments have equipped the JP133LR/MLR with a rose brass bell giving it a fullness and maturity in tone that is usually not found at this level. The JP133LR/MLR also features a durable string rotor mechanism ensuring the development of players is supported as much as possible. Recommended by Andy Berryman of the Halle Orchestra, the JP133LR/MLR were described as “excellent value for money and ideal for the aspiring trombone player. I could get away with either of these on a Halle gig.”
The JP133LR Bb/F large bore tenor trombone boasts a slightly larger bell (8.5″) compared to its medium large bore counterpart (8″) and features an small shank bore measuring .525′ versus the large shank .547′ bore of the JP133LR. Both models feature a bell ring providing a robust structure and a rose brass bell ensuring a full, dark sound.
The JP133LR/MLR Bb/F Tenor Trombone is supplied with a JP605 mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case features backpack straps and a shoulder strap and includes a small external storage pocket enabling players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP332 RATH Bb/F Trombone
JP131 Bb Tenor Trombone
JP230 RATH Bb Trombone
The JP230 RATH Bb Trombone is the collaborative result of Michael Rath’s famed craftsmanship and John Packer’s respected range of brass and woodwind. The JP Rath trombones have generated a lot of positive comments and are now in demand across the globe. They are characterised by a professional standard of workmanship and a very high level of performance. Often compared with professional models, the JP230 RATH competes extremely well against more expensive instruments from top makers. The JP230 RATH and JP Rath range as a whole benefit from exactly the same manufacturing processes to slide and bell as Michael Rath’s own handmade instruments ensuring customers a truly spectacular result.
The JP230 RATH features a unique and exclusively designed Michael Rath leadpipe and is created from high grade 80:20 brass throughout. A 7.5″ bell and .500″ medium bore is included as standard giving players great projection and superior articulation throughout the range. A truly spectacular trombone.
The JP230 RATH Bb Trombone is supplied with a JP606 mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable shoulder strap as standard and also includes a small external storage pocket enabling players a suitable place for storing small accessories and sheet music.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP231 RATH Bb Tenor Trombone
JP331 RATH Bb/F Trombone
JP231 RATH Bb Tenor Trombone
The JP231 RATH Bb Tenor Trombone is the collaborative result of Michael Rath’s famed craftsmanship and John Packer’s respected range of brass and woodwind. The JP Rath trombones have generated a lot of positive comments and are now in demand across the globe. They are characterised by a professional standard of workmanship and a very high level of performance. Often compared with professional models, the JP231 RATH competes extremely well against more expensive instruments from top makers. The JP231 RATH and JP Rath range as a whole benefit from exactly the same manufacturing processes to slide and bell as Michael Rath’s own handmade instruments ensuring customers a truly spectacular result.
The JP231 RATH features a unique and exclusively designed Michael Rath leadpipe and is created from high grade 80:20 brass throughout. An 8″ bell and .525″ medium large bore is included as standard giving players great projection and superior articulation throughout the range. A truly spectacular tenor trombone.
The JP231 RATH Bb Tenor Trombone is supplied with a JP606 mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable should strap as standard and also includes a small storage pocket accessible from the outside suitable for storing small accessories and sheetmusic.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP231ST RATH Bb Tenor Trombone (Satin)
JP231FG RATH Bb Tenor Trombone (Frosted Gold)
JP131 Bb Tenor Trombone
JP331 RATH Bb/F Trombone
JP331 RATH Bb/F Trombone
The JP331 RATH represents John Packer’s flagship medium large bore Bb/F tenor trombone designed and manufactured in collaboration with Michael Rath, one of the UK’s leading trombone specialists. With an unparallelled level of craftsmanship, the JP331 RATH is the result of many years of development and features some exclusive components that players won’t find on other instruments. A custom designed Rath leadpipe was created especially for the JP331 RATH which gives excellent response in all registers whilst retaining support for inexperienced players. The instrument also features an ergonomic thumb lever which is easy to adjust for smaller hands. The closed-wrap design and counterweight ensure optimum balance and enable younger players to retain good posture beyond 4th position.
The JP Rath range of trombones have generated a lot of positive comments throughout the industry and are now in demand across the globe. They are characterised by a professional standard of workmanship and a high level of performance. Often compared with professional models, they compare very favorably with instrument from some of the top makers. The JP331 RATH features a medium large bore (.525″) providing players versatility whilst it’s 8″ bell gives superior sound projection. High Grade 80:20 brass is used in construction throughout.
JP331 RATH Bb/F Trombone is supplied with a JP mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable should strap as standard and also includes a small storage pocket accessible from the outside suitable for storing small accessories and sheetmusic.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP233 RATH Bb/F Single Valve Bass Trombone
JP332 RATH Bb/F Trombone
JP332 RATH Bb/F Trombone
The JP332 RATH represents John Packer’s flagship Bb/F large bore tenor trombone designed and manufactured in collaboration with Michael Rath, one of the UK’s leading trombone specialists. With an unparallelled level of craftsmanship, the JP332 RATH is the result of many years of development and features some exclusive components that players won’t find on other instruments. A custom designed Rath leadpipe was created especially for the JP332 RATH which gives excellent response in all registers whilst retaining support for inexperienced players. The instrument also features an ergonomic thumb lever which is easy to adjust for smaller hands. The closed-wrap design and counterweight ensure optimum balance and enable younger players to retain good posture beyond 4th position.
The JP RATH range of trombones have generated a lot of positive comments throughout the industry and are now in demand across the globe. They are characterised by a professional standard of workmanship and a high level of performance. Often compared with professional models, they compare very favorably with instrument from some of the top makers. The JP332 RATH features a large bore (.547″) providing players power and projection in symphonic works whilst it’s 8.5″ bell gives even greater sound projection that it’s smaller brother, the JP331 RATH. High Grade 80:20 brass is used in construction throughout.
JP332 RATH Bb/F Trombone is supplied with a JP mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable should strap as standard and also includes a small storage pocket accessible from the outside suitable for storing small accessories and sheetmusic.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP233 RATH Bb/F Single Valve Bass Trombone
JP331 RATH Bb/F Trombone
JP136 Eb Alto Trombone
The JP136 represents John Packer’s starter model Eb Alto Trombone. This lightweight and versatile instrument has surprised the education system and semi pro market with its performance and durability. Perfect as a starter model to train players to use all 7 trombone slide positions, the instrument is easy to manage, reliable and features a 7″ bell for greater sound projection. The instrument has also been welcomed by more experienced players looking for an inexpensive alto trombone for occasional performances and gigs.
The JP136 Eb Alto Trombone is supplied with a JP601 mouthpiece and lightweight case.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP135 Bb Valve Trombone
JP236 RATH Eb Alto Trombone
JP236 RATH Eb Alto Trombone
The JP236 RATH Eb Alto Trombone follows in the footsteps of previous JP Rath instruments which pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible in the development of student friendly instruments. Designed in collaboration with Michael Rath, one of the UK’s finest trombone designers and manufacturers, The JP236 RATH is lightweight, free blowing and consistent across all registers, a hurdle which most lower priced alto trombones fall at. The instrument is rich in features and with a high level of specification enables players of all ages to become familiar with the 7 slide positions. An exclusively designed Rath leadpipe delivers professional level sound and the instrument’s exceptional build quality is sure to inspire students to develop their playing further.
The JP236 RATH Eb Alto Trombone is constructed from high grade 80:20 brass throughout and features a .481″ bore ensuring it is free-blowing across the whole register. It also features a 7″ bell enabling greater sound projection.
The JP236 Rath Eb Alto Trombone is supplied with a JP606 mouthpiece and JP859 Pro Alto Trombone Case. With a rigid yet lightweight fibreglass construction, the JP859 Pro offers maximum protection whilst maintaining ease of use and an ergonomic design.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP136 Eb Alto Trombone
JP230 RATH Bb Trombone
JP233 RATH Bb/F Single Valve Bass Trombone
The JP233 RATH is John Packer’s Bb/F Single Valve Bass Trombone, developed in collaboration with UK trombone guru Michael Rath. This JP Rath design combines the simplicity of a single in-line rotary valve with a modern open wrap style. The development of the JP233 RATH saw the instrument finely balanced to ensure an excellent playing experience for musicians of all levels. An extremely high level of craftsmanship is apparent throughout, as is to be expected with instruments that bare the Rath seal of approval. The quality of the JP233 Rath has caused a real stir in the industry with glowing reviews from many top players. Garreth Beckwich formerly of Grimethorpe Band recently described it as “a real winner of an instrument” (See Gareth’s full review and others below).
The JP233 Rath features a .562″ bore and a 9.5″ bell and is constructed from yellow brass throughout. The instrument also features an exclusive Michael Rath design leadpipe which supports flexibility throughout the whole register.
The JP233 RATH Bb/F Trombone is supplied with a JP mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable should strap as standard and also includes a small storage pocket accessible from the outside suitable for storing small accessories and sheetmusic.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP236 RATH Eb Alto Trombone
JP332 RATH Bb/F Trombone
JP232 Bass Trombone
The JP232 is John Packer’s double in-line (independent) rotor bass trombone. This instrument has been very successful as a step up model in the semi professional market and has been praised for its well balanced and free blowing nature. The JP232 is perfect for those that need that big brass sound on a limited budget. Highly affordable without having compromised on it’s robust and well engineered construction, the JP232 features an open wrap, large bore design and sports a large 9.5″ Yellow Brass bell. To give players the option which it comes to configuring their instrument, a D slide is also included as standard.
The JP232 Bass Trombone is supplied with a JP mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable should strap as standard and also includes a small storage pocket accessible from the outside suitable for storing small accessories and sheet music.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP136 Eb Alto Trombone
JP233 RATH Bb/F Single Valve Bass Trombone
JP135 Bb Valve Trombone
The JP135 is John Packer’s Bb valve trombone. Ideal for valve players who want to dabble with a trombone without learning slide positions, the JP135 features a 12.30mm bore, an 8” bell and nickel silver valves. The JP135 Bb also has applications for pit players where playing space needs to be kept to a minimum. This eye catching trombone is sure to turn heads and is a fun addition to players’ instrument collection.
The JP135 Bb Valve Trombone is supplied with a JP605 mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed to be robust yet lightweight and to provide as much protection to your instrument as possible. It is equipped with backpack straps and a comfortable should strap as standard and also includes a small external storage pocket enabling players to store small accessories and sheet music.
Manufactured to a high quality standard as is expected with all JP Instruments, The JP135 Bb Valve Trombone is guaranteed for 12 months against faulty manufacturing or materials and is fully tested prior to sale.
JP136 Eb Alto Trombone
JP232 Bb/F Bass Trombone
JP138 Bb/C Trombone
The JP138 is John Packer’s rotary valve Bb/C trombone featuring a short slide design enabling younger players to achieve the whole range of notes via its ascending C rotary valve. This helps players with smaller hands to achieve the 6th an 7th slide positions of a regular Bb trombone. The JP138 also features an ergonomic thumb rest/trigger helping players to get acquainted with holding and playing a trombone. Well respected for creating affordable yet well designed and durable instruments, JP Musical Instruments has earned the respect for many in the UK education system and continues to surprise professional players with the quality and performance of their range of brass and woodwind.
The JP138 Bb/C Trombone is supplied with a JP601 mouthpiece and lightweight case. The case is well designed and attractively styled with eye catching colours and a reflective safety strap and ergonomic carry handle. The case also includes a small external storage pocket enabling players to store small accessories and sheet music with their instrument.
All JP Musical Instruments are covered by our comprehensive 2 year warranty.
JP136 Eb Alto Trombone
JP133LR/MLR Bb/F Tenor Trombone