We appear to have an earlier model that has steel valves that are slick and without issues that we found with some Monel valves on other brands. It was due to the valves that brought us to the John Packer brand.

An excellent trumpet and we have tried a few that were more expensive but settled for this. (Includes Yamaha, and a top Getzen model) In the belief that expensive instruments does not equate to quality or being a better musician.

Easy to maintain and play, a lovely instrument very much like their cornets and Flugelhorns.

Since I’ve been using a “beginners” trumpet for about eighteen months now, (a reputable brand name instrument) I felt it was time to upgrade to intermediate level, having read numerous reviews for various trumpets, I chose the JP, I have to say this instrument has way and by far surpassed any expectations I may have had, considering the price tag. I think it is extremely well-made instrument, with great attention to detail, Intonation in particular is excellent. Hardy surprising then, that professional people are using this beautifully made trumpet.
Finally, I have to say the JP251SW has brought my trumpet playing to an entirely different level, to say I am absolutely delighted with it is an understatement…

Purchased the Satin mode 251 and after over 12 months of daily playing, I can say now as of from the first week that for the money it is well spent on this item.
The trumpet design weight and feel suit me, coupled with a quality hard transport carry case and as a beginner trumpet player this is an affordable Intermediate level model, with fixed third slide ring which I wanted. As an adult the lack of slide adjustment doesn't matter and can become permanently wobbly/lose as previously experienced by myself on another trumpet.
The finish is pretty good but not a1 due to 2 small areas missed with the finish, but attention to detail such as little rubber washers on the slides, fancy valve tops, Monel piston valves for durability and a Smith Watkins leadpipe more than make up for this, I am very fussy. The trumpet still looks good because the lacquered finish is holding up well, but I do tend to look after my instruments.
Sound can be described as bright and cuts through in a band environment nicely, sounds also particularly sweet when a Denis Wick protruding mute is used.
In summary 5*, this trumpet is regularly used and enjoyed, the only downside common with many trumpets is trying to re thread the bottom fiddly caps, x2 of the 3 are more time consuming when having to remove excess water build up.