Will I really get a proper evaluation?
"I haven't been playing it much lately."…"It's sad to let go, but it's still sitting there unused."…I imagine that those of you reading this page are feeling that way.
Trumpet purchase
Trumpet Purchase Examples
Okubo GakkiHere are some of our latest purchase examples.
April 4, 2024
Brands we buy
Martin Committee
Purchase price
250,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"This was a unit that was purchased from our store several years ago. The market value of vintage items is increasing andOkubo GakkiWe highly valued the fact that this was an individual that had been sold at [location/store name]. We bought it back at 80 percent of the original selling price.
June 15, 2025
Brands we buy
Roy Lawler
Purchase price
190,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Niche manufacturers areOkubo GakkiThis is our specialty. It's a brand known to those in the know, and the instruments possess incredible potential. However, many music stores have no sales record, making it difficult to assess and resulting in them not offering aggressive purchase prices. But it's one of our regular brands. The customer was very satisfied with the purchase price.
June 20, 2025
Brands we buy
Lotus Lead/Solo
Purchase price
360,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
「Okubo GakkiThis is a car that was purchased from us. The customer initially consulted us about trading it in, but it wasn't because they disliked their previous car; rather, they were so captivated by the charm of the Lotus they had purchased that they wanted to upgrade. We took it in as a trade-in for a Lotus Classic.
February 17, 2025
Brands we buy
Benchmark YB/22Pipe
Purchase price
220,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"This is a unique trumpet from an American private workshop, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship that will appeal to enthusiasts. Both the number produced and the number imported into Japan are small, making it highly rare, and most retailers in Japan have never handled it before. This is also..."Okubo GakkiSince it's a brand with a strong sales record, we can offer you a price that you'll be happy with.
January 5, 2025
Brands we buy
SEShires CVLA-ML
Purchase price
245,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"This brand first gained popularity with its trombones, but its trumpets have also earned high praise and popularity. This particular instrument is a model designed for use in big bands and similar settings. Because our customers are primarily in the popular and jazz music scenes, we were able to offer a high price for this instrument."
July 30, 2024
Brands we buy
Stomvi Master Piccolo
Purchase price
250,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Specialized instruments like piccolo trumpets tend to be taken out of their cases less often after a concert. The client had kept theirs for over 10 years but no longer had the opportunity to use it, so they considered selling it. They contacted our shop for advice. Although there were some non-functional parts, discolored plating, and a missing bell, we were able to purchase it at full price."
March 4, 2025
Brands we buy
Vincent Bach Artisan ADE190 GL
Purchase price
430,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"E♭Many D-key trumpets are not used very often, so they tend to be stored away in their cases after performances, and this was the case with the client. They thought that because they didn't use it often, it would be difficult to sell, but the opposite was true. Because of its infrequent use, there is high demand for used trumpets, and we were able to purchase it at a price far exceeding the client's expectations.
April 4, 2024
Brands we buy
Kühn T053C/GP C-key Trumpet
Purchase price
490,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"The trumpet was purchased about 25 years ago. After leaving the orchestra he belonged to, he no longer had a chance to use it, and it had been stored in its case for nearly 10 years. There was some discoloration of the plating and malfunction of the moving parts, but considering the rising price of rotary trumpets, we purchased it for a price higher than the initial estimate."
Customer Feedback
Customer testimonials
Mr./Ms. N from Tokyo
"I was thinking of selling it on an online auction, but it needed cleaning and maintenance to get a good price. I was worried about the repair costs and time involved, so I requested an appraisal, and the purchase price was higher than I expected. It was definitely the right decision to consult them."
Items for sale
THEIN Trumpet
Purchase price
420,000 yen
Mr./Ms. K from Kanagawa Prefecture
"I requested appraisals from several places, but when I told them my desired price..."consignment"They responded in a very positive way. I was in a hurry and needed a lump sum of money, so I was about to give up, but they gave me an appraisal that was very close to what I wanted, and I received confirmation of the deposit the next day. I was so relieved."
Items for sale
Monsette Trumpet
Purchase price
900,000 yen
Mr./Ms. O from Osaka Prefecture
"Everywhere I took it, they'd say it was rare, but it was far from what I was hoping for. I was disappointed, realizing that overly niche instruments are just not suitable for trade-in. I had an opportunity to go to Tokyo, so I contacted several instrument shops there. Among them, one offered a significantly higher appraisal estimate."Okubo GakkiI brought it in there. I was surprised by the appraisal amount, which was about the estimated amount plus the cost of transportation. It was well worth the trip from far away.
Items for sale
Marcinkiewicz Rembrandt Flugelhorn
Purchase price
350,000 yen
Mr./Ms. Y from Okayama Prefecture
"The instrument was over 40 years old and in poor condition, and it was from a relatively unknown manufacturer of rotary trumpets, so local and Kansai music stores said they couldn't even buy it. I inquired using the easy estimate service on this website, and they said they could buy it and that I wouldn't have to pay for shipping, so I sent it over. They bought it at the estimated price they had given me."
Items for sale
bm Symphonic C-key Rotary Trumpet
Purchase price
120,000 yen
We will approach this with care.
It's perfectly understandable that you're hesitant to sell an instrument you've cherished. As fellow lovers of musical instruments, we completely understand how you feel. And what if that instrument is "the one they've been searching for" for someone somewhere, just waiting for the right encounter?
Trumpet Buyback Price List
We'll show you the latest buyback prices for popular manufacturers and models.
Vincent Bach
Made in 2011 180ML37 SP
B♭brass trumpet
Purchase price
185,000 yen
Vincent Bach
2001 C180L229/25H SP
C-key trumpet
Purchase price
295,000 yen
Vincent Bach
Made in 2018 180MLV72 SP
B♭brass trumpet
Purchase price
288,000 yen
Vincent Bach
1984 model, 181ml GL
cornet
Purchase price
155,000 yen
Schilke
2020 P7-4GP
Piccolo Trumpet
Purchase price
825,000 yen
Schilke
1987 E3LGP
E♭/D Trumpet
Purchase price
520,000 yen
Schilke
2023 HC2-CL
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
300,000 yen
Schilke
1990 A2SP
cornet
Purchase price
200,000 yen
CALICCHIO
1993 model 1-S/7 SP
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
300,000 yen
CALICCHIO
1989 model 1-S/7 SP
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
200,000 yen
CALICCHIO
2010 model 1-S/2 Chuck Findley Type
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
180,000 yen
CALICCHIO
2003 model, 1S-2S/75th Anniversary
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
175,000 yen
YAMAHA
2015 YTR-8335GS
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
145,000 yen
YAMAHA
YTR-9835, manufactured in 2018
Piccolo Trumpet
Purchase price
250,000 yen
YAMAHA
2020 YTR-8310Z
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
165,000 yen
YAMAHA
2017 YTR-9335VS
B♭trumpet
Purchase price
195,000 yen
The purchase price will fluctuate depending on the market price at the time of purchase. Please feel free to contact us for the latest purchase price.
Okubo GakkiReasons why it is chosen
With over 35 years of experience and expertise, we will take responsible care of your valuable instrument.
I will take responsibility for the handover.
We will consult with you to suit your circumstances, restore your cherished instrument to the best possible condition, and pass it on to its next owner.
Our expert staff will carefully assess your item.
Based on over 35 years of experience, we assess the hidden value of an instrument, taking into account not only its model, year, and condition.
Maintaining top condition through dedicated repair services.
Our specialized wind instrument repair team will inspect and adjust your instrument to ensure it is in top condition for the next owner to start playing.
We offer high prices that you'll be happy with.
In-store, online, and nationwide service available. Appraisal, shipping, and on-site visit fees are all free. Chosen by those who want to sell to a store that understands the value of their items.
Appraisal increase benefits
Purchase from other reputable stores
+10%
Instruments purchased from other reputable stores will receive a 10% increase in appraisal value.
Buyback
+10%
We also offer a 10% bonus on buybacks of instruments you previously sold to us.
trade-in
+10%
Trade-in value for new instruments also increased by 10%」
[Participating excellent stores] Ishibashi Musical Instruments, Ikebe Musical Instruments, Kurosawa Musical Instruments, Shimokura Musical Instruments, DAC, Hyper Guitars, Shimamura Musical Instruments, Miki Musical Instruments, Yamano Musical Instruments, Uemura Musical Instruments, Ishimori Wind Instruments, Nagae Musical Instruments, Dolce Musical Instruments, Gakkido, Hattori Wind Instruments, Winds Lab, Cremona Musical Instruments, Yamaha authorized dealers nationwide, etc... Please also let us know if you have any other music stores when you register.
*The appraisal increase is limited to one of the two conditions (maximum 10%).
Peace of Mind Guarantee
What are the special conditions for the 80% trade-in discount?
Don't worry if you don't like it anymore or get tired of it. Please let us buy it back from you!
Buyback guarantee
If you trade it in within one month, we will buy it back for 80% of the purchase price (excluding tax).。
Conditions of provision
Products with a pre-tax selling price of 20,000 yen or more
- Same condition as when purchased
• Purchased items are of equal or greater value than the trade-in items.
*Even if the period has passed, it's okay; we'll buy it back anytime. Buying only is also OK!
※NewDue to the nature of the product, it is not eligible for our 80% buyback program, but we do accept trade-ins/buybacks. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
How to sell a trumpet
We offer three methods to suit your convenience.
In-store purchase (free appraisal)
Store Information
3F, 1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 167-0073 Okubo Gakki
Opening hours: 13:00 - 20:00(Closed on Wednesdays)
In-store process
- Visit and registration
- assessment
- Price quote and contract
- Cash payment
In-store purchase
On-site purchase service (free of charge)
How to make a reservation
- Inquiry/Pre-purchase price estimate
- Pickup of items sent to us
- Appraisal amount at the store
- Bank transfer
On-site purchase service
Mail-in buyback service (shipping costs covered by us)
Mail-in buyback process
- Inquiry/Pre-purchase price estimate
- Packaging and shipping
- Assessment and Contact
- Bank transfer
Sending it via Yamato Transport's cash-on-delivery service is fine!
Shipping address:
1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan - Appraisal and Purchase Department
*We can also send you a packing kit free of charge upon request!
Mail-in buyback service
Trumpet appraisal process
Steps from appraisal request to final purchase
❶
Request for appraisal
Request an appraisal by phone, web, or LINE.
(same day)
❷
Appraisal by a specialist
Detailed assessment by expert staff
(15-30 minutes)
❸
Price quote
Explanation of the appraisal results and price quote
(immediate)
❹
Purchase completed
If you are satisfied, payment will be made immediately in cash or via bank transfer.
(same day)
Frequently Asked Questions about the Trumpet
Frequently asked questions from our customers
Q1. It's old and has visible scratches, dents, and peeling plating. Can you still buy it?
A1. Yes, we can buy them. Even if they have scratches or dents, you can expect a high price depending on the model. Before giving up, please consult with our specialist staff.
Q2. Can you buy my guitar even if I don't have the case or original mouthpiece?
A2. Yes, we are happy to purchase the instrument even if it's just the instrument itself. The appraisal value will increase if you have the original case, mouthpiece, and selection certificate, so please bring them along if you have them.
Q3. Is it okay if the piston is stuck and won't move, or if the slide won't come out?
A3. Yes, we can purchase it without any problems. We will assess it assuming that it will be repaired, so please show it to us in its current condition without trying to fix it yourself.
Q4. I don't know the manufacturer's name or the specific model name (model number)...
A4. Please rest assured. Our expert staff will identify the model from the markings and shape. You can also get a preliminary estimate by simply sending us a photo of your instrument, so please feel free to use this service.
Q5. Are there any tips for getting the best possible price when selling my items?
A5. Wiping down your instrument to make it look clean will create a good impression. Also, including all accessories, or selling it together with other instruments or unwanted mutes, will likely increase the appraisal value.
Q6. Is the appraisal free?
A6. Yes, the appraisal is completely free. You can also cancel after the appraisal.
Q7. Can you buy old musical instruments?
A7. We will buy any instrument in good condition, regardless of its year of manufacture.
Q8. Can you buy my car even if it doesn't come with any accessories?
A8. We can still purchase your item even without accessories, but this may affect the appraisal value.
Q9. What are the service areas for on-site purchases?
A9. We primarily serve the Kanto area, but depending on the circumstances, we can travel to locations from Hokkaido to Okinawa, and even overseas. Travel expenses are free.
Q10. What are the maximum and minimum buyback prices?
A10. If you send us details and images of your instrument in advance, we can provide you with an estimated quote.
Q11. It's broken, so (even if it's for 0 yen), will you take it off my hands?
A11. Please provide details about the instrument so we can let you know if we can pick it up.
Q12: Is a reservation required?
A12: It's not necessary. Anytime during business hours is fine.
Trumpet Buyback Brands
We buy wind instruments from a wide range of manufacturers.
Lotus
AR RESONANCE
CGCONN
MARTIN
We also handle products from other manufacturers, so please feel free to contact us.
Musical instrument trade-in categories
TCGAKKI・Okubo Gakki• List of items that can be purchased by Advance Guitars
We also handle products from other manufacturers, so please feel free to contact us.
