I can't recommend this instrument to any other musician that depends on a reliable instrument

I believe I am really going to enjoy this instrument.

A great instrument for the price.

Spring and compression is impressive, and I found it to be an all-around responsive instrument

With some work and dedication and hours playing the instrument, you can get the feel of where things slot and adjust on the go

I highly recommend Mendini as they have a whole variety of good cheap instruments for usually under $200

during an away gig (I thought this would be a great travelling instrument).

Incredible instrument, very well done and

Otherwise, it's a nice looking instrument and my son is pretty happy with it as a practice trumpet for home.

But I contacted the company and they promptly sent a replacement and return shipping label for the defective instrument

I highly recommend Mendini as they have a whole variety of good cheap instruments for usually under $200

I can't believe I could afford this wonderful instrument

I can't recommend this instrument to any other musician that depends on a reliable instrument

While I was tempted to try some of the remedies suggested by other reviewers (i.e. sanding/polishing the valves), I would have then been stuck with an unreliable instrument should the valves continue to stick.

Nice instrument at a nice price.

For cheap instruments like this, its a common