Which trumpet valve goes where?
There are three valves, or pistons, on a trumpet; the first, second and third. The first valve is closest to the player holding the horn and the third valve is closest to the bell. The second valve is in-between the first and third. At the top of each valve is the finger button, which is screwed onto the valve stem.
Why is no air coming out of my trumpet?
Air blown into the trumpet refuses to pass through, rendering the instrument unplayable. While there are many possible causes, it’s most likely that one or more of the valves has been turned from its proper position, blocking the air flow. These parts, called valve guides, hold the valve in place inside the trumpet.
Why does my trumpet sound Spitty?
It sounds like you may be actually buzzing your lips while you play, like many do in free buzzing (or on the mouthpiece alone if doing it incorrectly). Try opening up a bit or pulling your jaw down slightly.
What happens when you press down the valves on the trumpet?
Trumpet Valve Basics Pushing a valve down makes the instrument longer by the amount of tubing attached to it. Each valve has a simple tab and groove setup that should make sure that the valve can only go straight up and down.
Can you replace trumpet valves?
When it comes to replacing parts of your trumpet, basically every single part of it can be replaced. Here we are going to stick to the basic replacement parts like small valve parts. If you need something bigger like the leadpipe replaced, you should take it to a repair shop and have a professional look at it.
Why do my trumpet valves stuck?
This is likely due to having placed the valve in backwards. It can be fixed by pulling the valve back out and checking to ensure the number engraving is pointing in the direction of the mouthpiece. The valves are too sticky. This can occur if the oil has caused debris to loosen in the trumpet valve case.