If you're thinking about getting your child their first musical instrument this Christmas then you may want to consider getting them a plastic instrument. There is a whole host of instruments made from plastic that offer a great sound whilst being resilient and lightweight enough for everyday use with young children. Most come available in bright, colourful options making these fantastic instruments that bit more fun.
1. The pTrumpet
pTrumpet Plastic B♭ Trumpet
The Jiggs pTrumpet is a fully functional B♭ trumpet that is made entirely from plastic. The pTrumpet is a great first instrument for young children and a fantastic introduction into playing a brass instrument. Because it is made from 100% plastic it is much lighter and comes at a much cheaper price tag than a brass equivalent.
2. The pBone
pBone Plastic B♭ Tenor Trombone
The Jiggs pBone Plastic B♭ Tenor Trombone was the first plastic instrument from our selection to hit the scene and has been incredible popular since. The pBone offers a fully functioning trombone made from ABS plastic and is half the weight of a standard trombone. Unlike standard trombones the pBone is incredibly resilient, it is not sensitive to temperature and humidity and is 100% waterproof, making it ideal for practise in all weather!
For very young children we also have the pBone Plastic E♭ Alto Trombone. This is a mini alto trombone made from ABS plastic. As it is a smaller alto instrument it is even more lightweight than the pBone Tenor weighing just 500g and has a shorter slide which is ideal for young children with limited reach.
The pBone Plastic B♭ Tenor Trombone is available in 8 fun colours.
The pBone Plastic E♭ Alto Trombone comes in red and blue.
3. The Nuvo Clarineo
Nuvo Clarineo 2.0
The Nuvo Clarineo 2.0 is a C key plastic clarinet from Nuvo. It is a great choice of instrument for a beginner especially for children aged 7 and above who are interested in learning to play the clarinet. The Nuvo Clarineo is much lighter and smaller than a standard B♭ clarinet which makes it ideal for players with smaller hands.
4. The Nuvo Flute
Nuvo jFlute 2.0
The Nuvo jFlute 2.0 is the latest flute offering from Nuvo. This ultra light, plastic bass flute is great for young beginners especially those aged 5 upwards. It comes with an updated "Firstnote" mouthpiece that allows beginners to get a good sound from the instrument on their first try and a new "donut head joint" which brings the keywork closer to the body whilst keeping the lip plate and keywork in line. It is made from plastic and is 100% waterproof!
5. The jSax
Nuvo jSax 2.0
The jSax 2.0 is the updated plastic saxophone from Nuvo. The jSax is made from plastic, is 100% waterproof and is pitched in C making it ideal for young players and those learning in a a classroom environment.
6. The pCornet
pCornet Red Plastic Cornet Outfit
The pCornet is a hard wearing plastic cornet. It is a classic "British Shepherds Crook" B♭ cornet that weighs just 500g! This makes it ideal for not only young beginners but also for seasoned performers looking for a practise instrument.
Hopefully you have been inspired to get your child one of these fantastic plastic instruments this Christmas!
If you need any help choosing an instrument this Christmas contact Xuqiu Musical Instrument!