š Archive Reference ā No Longer Available for Sale
This Kawai Bb Trumpet Model 107 is preserved here in The Brass Exchange Archive of Sold Instruments as a reference for collectors, educators, and players researching quality vintage student-level trumpets.
Kawai, best known today for its world-class pianos, has a musical-instrument heritage dating back to 1927.
During the 1970sā80s, Kawai marketed brass instruments under its own name, often produced through OEM partnerships with respected European builders such as B&S (Blechblas- und Signalinstrumentenfabrik) of Markneukirchen, Germany ā a common practice at the time for Japanese export brands.
ā¦ About This Instrument
Before it was sold, this Model 107 received full professional shop service, including:
Complete chemical bath and internal cleaning
New valve felts and corks
Fresh slide alignment and light exterior polish
It played with a centered, vibrant tone, smooth and responsive valves, and even articulation across registers.
Build quality was on par with, or better than, many contemporary Yamaha and Jupiter student horns.
ā¦ Historical Context
In the late 1970sā80s, several Japanese brands expanded into the global student-instrument market.
Rather than build every design in-house, some partnered with established European workshops.
This Kawai 107 shares design traits with Yamaha YTR-2335 and early Jupiter 600-series trumpets, particularly in valve-block geometry, bracing, and slide construction.
While Yamaha produced most of its instruments domestically in Japan, the period shows cross-influence and component sourcing among major student-horn makers.
The Model 107 earned a reputation for being a solid, affordable first trumpet with craftsmanship above typical entry-level expectations.
ā¦ Condition at Time of Sale
No dents, dings, or finish issues
Valves smooth and quick
Clear, centered sound throughout the range
Shipped with functional case and standard mouthpiece ā ready to play
ā FAQs
How does this Kawai compare with Yamaha and Jupiter models of the era?
The Kawai 107 played very much like the Yamaha YTR-2335 or early Jupiter 600-series trumpets ā clean response, consistent intonation, reliable valves.
Some players felt the German-built Kawai examples offered slightly firmer build quality and a more centered core sound than the average entry-level horn of the period.
Is Kawai still making trumpets today?
No. Kawai discontinued its brass line decades ago to focus on pianos and related instruments.
Vintage examples like the Model 107 occasionally appear on the pre-owned market and can be a smart choice for budget-minded beginners or comeback players.
This Kawai Bb Trumpet Model 107 has been sold and now resides in our Archive of Sold Instruments as a historical reference for musicians and collectors.
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