Best piccolo trumpets

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Last Updated: Oct 3, 2022

Online shopping can be a daunting task to perform, especially if you've never had the product before. Luckily, there're ultimate reviews like this one that can help save you hours on the research. The www.playersbenchmusic.com specialists have carefully selected the top 44 piccolo trumpets out there. Below you'll find our detailed reviews of the top-rated options from STARUMENT, Sasuori, SM'SAI MUSICALS.

At a Glance: Our Top Picks

Jupiter JPC1010 Piccolo
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Jupiter JPC1010 Piccolo
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Pearl 795 Elegante Series 795RBECD
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CarolBrass CTB-1005-YSS-L Mini Trombone
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Top 44 Best piccolo trumpets Reviews 2022

#TOP 1

Jupiter JPC1010 Piccolo

Jupiter

Features

  • Plastic body and headjoint
  • Silver-plated nickel silver keys
  • Molded case, Key of C
#TOP 2

Pearl 795 Elegante Series 795RBECD

Pearl

Features

  • D# roller
  • Sterling hand cut Forza head joint
  • Includes Case and padded case cover
  • Pearl's Pin less Mechanism
  • C-sharp trill
#TOP 3

CarolBrass CTB-1005-YSS-L Mini Trombone

CAROLBRASS

Features

  • comes with Easy hold gig bag (Made in Taiwan), 7C Slim mouthpiece, Slide-O-Mix trombone slide grease, lacquer polishing cloth
  • Handmade in Taiwan, 100% made from metal, not plastic
  • Yellow brass 4.843 inch bell, it is able to make full trumpet sound
  • 7 positions of hand slide, same pitch as regular Bb trumpet, using the trumpet mouthpiece to play, the hand slide is good to make special feature of sound
  • CarolBrass Mini Trombone Slide Trumpet Bb Key, lots of fun to play it
#TOP 4

Stagg Trumpet - Pocket

Stagg

Features

  • Brass bell diameter: 105 mm or 4.13 in. - ML-bore: 11.66 mm or 0.46 in.
  • 2 water keys - incl. mouthpiece 7C silver plated
  • Body material: Brass - Thumb saddle on 3rd valve slide
  • incl. soft case with straps
  • Tune: Bb - Stainless steel valves - Leadpipe: Brass
#TOP 5

Trumpets Beginner F Key Contrabass Trombone

JITAZHIJIA

Features

  • This trumpet is made of high-quality materials, the tone is correct, and the design is strong and durable. The trumpet has a light tone, high sound permeability and strong penetrating power. The trumpet is accurate and suitable for daily practice, party atmosphere, personal entertainment, concert performances, etc. for beginners or trumpet lovers.
  • Tone: contrabass F
  • Surface Material: Gold Lacquer
  • Body Material: Yellow Brass
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  • The craftsmanship is amazing: the valve is durable, the spring rebounds quickly, the air tightness is good, there is resistance when the adjusting tube is pulled out, and the water key air tightness is good.
#TOP 6

SKYLARK INTERNATIONAL PICCOLO TRUMPET Bb PITCH IN COLOR COMBINATION WITH FREE HARD CASE AND MOUTHPIECE (BLACK)

SKYLARK INTERNATIONAL

Features

  • GREAT GIFT: Gifting is the most special way to show someone how much you care, so make it a unique one. Get this instrument to gift whether its a birthday, anniversary or any other special occasion. Suitable for Musicians, Professional player, Beginners, Student, Band Artist
  • DIMENSIONS: This Piccolo Trumpet measures- Bell Size: 9, Length: 38, Height: 15
  • CARE INSTRUCTIONS: It is not a high maintenance product, just wipe the product with clean and dry cloth.
  • FEATURES: Smooth action valves, & comfortable white faux mother of pearl inlaid buttons. chrome used on lead mouth pipe.
  • PACKAGE INCLUDES: 1 Piccolo Trumpet along with Free Hardcase and a Mouthpiece
#TOP 7

SKY Pocket Trumpet (SKYPTR101-S1)

Sky

Features

  • Phosphorus copper on entire body, found on professional trumpets One time drawn body, therefore there are no seams found on this high grade dual tone trumpet
  • This trumpet is beautiful and well engineered, precise fits and perfect round tubing resulting in less turbulence and smooth air flow
  • The exquisite durable case made with velvet lined interior, elegant and stylish
  • Perfect for beginning to professional trumpet player
  • Sky Band Approved Bb Pocket Trumpet with Case, Cloth, Gloves and Valve Oil, Top Quality Sound
#TOP 8

Yamaha YFH-631G Professional Bb Flugelhorn

Yamaha

Features

  • Bb Professional Flugelhn - Clear Lacquer with Gold Brass Bell
#TOP 9

CarolBrass Mini Pocket Trumpet

CAROLBRASS

Features

  • For Beginners & Experts. Our Mini Pocket Trumpets are the perfect stepping stone for young students to pros. Use it to enhance your skills and prepare yourself to play a regular-sized trumpet.
  • Comes With Everything You’ll Need. Complete your musical collection. It comes with a 7C slim plastic mouthpiece, gig bag, valve oil, polish cloth, Ultra-Pure Tuning Slide Lube, and user’s booklet.
  • 30 Years Of Quality. CarolBrass has been manufacturing trumpets with world-class standards. A thick lacquer finish prevents peeling and increases durability for a beautifully lasting instrument.
  • World’s Smallest Trumpet. With a patent for its size, this miniature version is designed to wow and perform like regular professional trumpets without the full-size load. It’s less than 2 lbs, too!
  • Practice & Play On The Go. Get the full experience in a smaller, more portable package. Enjoy nearly the same bright timbre produced by regular-sized trumpets with CarolBrass Mini Pocket Trumpets.
#TOP 10

Yamaha YTR-2330 Student Bb Trumpet

Yamaha

Features

  • Gold Brass Lead Pipe
  • 2-piece Brass Bell
  • Monel Alloy Valves
  • Bb Trumpet with Gold-lacquered Brass Body
#TOP 11

EASTROCK Bb Trumpet Nickel Engraved Standard Trumpet Instrument

EASTROCK

Features

  • No-hassle warranty - If the instrument ever fails due to manufacturing defects,We promise, for as long as you own the instrument and have proof of purchase, we'll provide you with parts for free ,feel free to reach us by message to contact our support team.
  • Includes - Trumpet,a pair of white gloves, Soft polishing cloth,Silver plated 7C mouthpiece,Hard case with backpack straps and zipper pocket.Pay Attention to Cleaning and Maintenance
  • Bb (B flat) Trumpet - Eastrock Nickel Engraved Trumpet,Solid and durable body, excellent spraying process,its sound is excellent and bright, penetrating, abundant and powerful, excellent vibration.
  • Design And Process--11.65mm/0.460inch pipe & 125mm/4.92inch bell mouth, The valve is durable, Spring rebounds quickly Good air tightness,There is resistance when pulling out the adjusting tubes, and the water key has good air tightness,Environmental protection and no harm to health.
  • Beautiful Shape--Valves will accurately link each piping ,Smooth action valves and comfortable buttons,Highly durable piston valve lengthening the life of the instrument while maximizing sound quality.
#TOP 12

Ashthorpe Bb Brass Pocket Trumpet

Ashthorpe

Features

  • Complete instrument package: Sold in a beautifully-appointed package, the Ashthorpe Pocket Trumpet includes a premium case for safe storage and handling. A polishing cloth, white gloves, and piston oil are also part of the package, ensuring proper maintenance and care are utilized to ensure long-lasting enjoyment of this brass instrument.
  • Brass construction with premium finish: Supreme quality and beauty are to be expected with this eye-catching pocket trumpet. This pocket trumpet boasts a superbly durable, polished finish.
  • Superior quality: The features, finish, and durable construction of this pocket trumpet were made to provide years of long-lasting use and play. Well-built and made for endless musical enjoyment, the Ashthorpe pocket trumpet offers exceptional quality at an affordable price.
  • Excellent for student musicians: Created specifically for the needs of students, the Ashthorpe Pocket Trumpet offers powerful performance and great craftsmanship. An easy to handle body with mouthpiece, .460-inch bore, Bb key, and a 4-inch bell enable pure sound and vibration. Though created with beginning players in mind, this model is ideal for all levels of skill; from novice through advanced.
  • Produces brilliant sound: Designed to produce excellent sound, this pocket trumpet is equipped with a range of features that ensure clean, powerful performance, penetrating vibration, and an overall great depth and tone.
#TOP 13

SHREYAS Bb/A Silver Nickel Piccolo Trumpet With Free Case+Mouthpiece

SHREYAS

Features

  • Smooth action valves, & comfortable white faux mother of pearl inlaid buttons..
  • SHREYAS -02, Piccolo Trumpet, Bb, BRASS Plated with case and mouthpiece.
  • Phosphorus copper used on lead mouth pipe.
  • All the keys are working in perfect condition ,checked by professionals
#TOP 14

KADIROSA Trumpet Brass Cavalry

KADIROSA

Features

  • Brass material with gold-plated surface, slightly distressed finish, durable and exquisite.
  • Suitable for beginners to perform, not suitable for experts to perform.Ideal for school band, military orchestra, etc.
  • High-quality B flat bugle. The sound is excellent , penetrating, abundant and powerful, excellent vibration.
  • Comes with a mouthpiece, providing you with excellent sound quality.
  • Bugle accepts all standard mouthpiece sizes and ships complete with brass student mouthpiece.
#TOP 15

Yamaha YPC-32 Student Piccolo

Yamaha

Features

  • Student Piccolo with ABS Resin Body
  • Case
  • E Mechanism
  • Silver-plated Nickel Silver Headjoint Keys
#TOP 16

Eastar C Flutes Closed Hole 16 Keys Flute

Eastar

Features

  • WONDERFUL SOUND — With offset G and split E key, the sound and timbre of Eastar 16 keys C flute are pure and bright. Accurate tone and first-rate timbre. Also well approved by school music bands, and chosen by thousands of flute players.
  • COMES WITH EVERYTHING NEEDED — The package includes Eastar flute, durable hard case, flute stand, cleaning kit, adjustment screws, white gloves, and a 12-month product warranty backed up by our awesome customer support team ready to help.
  • USER-FRIENDLY — The undercut beveled embouchure is easy to blow with high-quality and comfortable double-bladder pads, wonderful for daily practice and performance, really nice for flutes beginners, and students to play.
  • ️ELEGANT DESIGN — The well-polished surface, shinny plated appearance, and laser-engraved logo bring with elegance. Easy to clean and maintain design. This Eastar flute must be a decent choice as a gift for those who you care about.
  • ️RELIABLE MATERIAL —Made with a real cupronickel body, and high-quality, waterproof leather pads, the Eastar flutes have strong air-tightness. High-capacity memory spring needle and elastic sheep casings enable good elasticity and durability.
#TOP 17

Brand New Bb Mini Trombone w/Case and Mouthpiece- Gold Lacquer Finish

Moz

Features

  • Mouth Piece: included, Case: included
  • Durable High Quality Brass Body
  • Bore Size: .469”, Bell Size: 4.724”
  • Key of Bb
  • Flawless Gold Lacquer Finish
#TOP 18

Glory Closed Hole C Flute With Case

GLORY

Features

#TOP 19

Paititi Piccolo (PTTPICC-N)

Paititi

Features

  • Split E mechanism is standard, helps make the high E easy and in-tune
  • Patti Professional Piccolo Key of C with Premium Case, Cloth, Cleaning Rod, Joint Grease
  • Recommended by many band directors and music teachers.
  • Straight head joint with a Silver-plated finish, nickel Plated Body
#TOP 20

Pearl PFP105E Piccolo Flute

Pearl

Features

  • Split E Mechanism
  • Grenaditte High Wave headjoint
  • Pearl"s Pinless Mechanism
  • Includes Case and padded case cover
  • Pointed cup arms
#TOP 21

Brand New Bb Mini Trombone w/Case and Mouthpiece- Nickel Plated Finish

Moz

Features

  • Durable High Quality Brass Body
  • Mouth Piece: included, Case: included
  • Bore Size: .469”, Bell Size: 4.724”
  • Key of Bb
  • Flawless Nickel Plated Finish
#TOP 22

PAMPET Professional Plastic Bb Trumpet Transparent Standard Trumpet Set

PAMPET

Features

  • Color can be customized , replaceable independent parts, interchangeable parts for trumpet assembly
  • Damage prevention, and easily cleanable surface,High Strength Shinning Appearance
  • Brass bushing with precision polishing and grinding treatment
  • With 7 C high quality plastic mouthpieces
  • High Quality Food grade stainless steel piston with ABS core, strong friction resistance and great air-tightness. With imported stainless steel Spring inside.
#TOP 23

Yamaha YTR-9835 Professional Bb/A 4-valve Piccolo Trumpet

Yamaha

Features

  • 2 Sets of Leadpipes
  • 1-piece Yellow Brass Bell
  • 4 Monel Alloy Valves
  • Bb/A Piccolo Trumpet with Silver-plated Body
#TOP 24

Queen Brass Pocket Trumpet Chrome Finish B-Flat W/Case+Mp Silver

Queen Brass

Features

#TOP 25

Yamaha YVS-100 Venova Casual Wind Instrument

Yamaha

Features

  • Rich and expressive tone that sounds like a saxophone
  • Easy fingering similar to a recorder
  • Uses a soprano saxophone mouthpiece and reed
  • Made from lightweight and durable ABS plastic
  • Key of C with a fully chromatic 2 octave range
#TOP 26

Roland AE-05 Aerophone GO Digital Wind Instrument

Roland

Features

  • 11 onboard tones including four sax variations, flute, clarinet, violin, plus 50 sounds available through the aero phone go Plus app for iOS or Android devices
  • Easy to carry, weighing just 1 lb. 9 oz. (695 g) – comes with dedicated soft case
  • 4 AA batteries not required. (not included)
  • Headphones let you play anytime without disturbing other people
  • Roland op-ae01mp is available as a replacement mouthpiece (sold separately)
  • Play along with favorite songs on your smartphone, using Bluetooth audio
#TOP 27

Sai Musical Store Bb 4 VALVE PICCOLO TRUMPET Low Pitch Brass Musical Instrument

SAI MUSICAL

Features

  • Wind & Woodwinds
  • Brass Plated
  • HIGH QUALITY SOLID BRASS: ENHANCED TONALITY comparing to any other types of materials.
  • Band & Orchestra
  • Package includes a case cover
#TOP 28

ROWELL Trumpet Standard Bb Trumpet Set Professional Trumpet Bass Trumpet

ROWELL

Features

  • Top material: Rowell trumpets use solid brass body, rose brass tube and cupro-nickel tuned slide rail to make it more durable. The secondary-plating process makes the surface of the trumpet smoother, brighter, and touch better
  • Package Includes: Pro-Deluxe durable plush lining nylon covered hard protective case, backpack strap and zipper pocket, silver-plated 7C mouthpiece, soft polishing cloth and white gloves.
  • Amazing Timbre: The trumpet adopts advanced integrated tube design, valve patent certification, rapid spring rebound, and good air tightness, making it sound outstanding, bright, strong penetrating, rich and shocking.
  • Lifetime Worry-free Warranty: Every instrument has been tested by professionals. If the instrument fails due to manufacturing defects, we will provide you with parts for free
  • Application: The tone of the trumpet is the popular Bb tone, suitable for beginners and experts, such as students, music fans, band performances, etc.
#TOP 29

Bach Trumpet (AB190S)

Bach

Features

  • 3 sets of valve guides - brass/plastic, 1st slide split ring, 3rd slide pin stop, 3rd valve tone enhancing ring
  • Professional Trumpet: .462” large bore and 4-13/16” one-piece hand-crafted hammered yellow brass bell
  • Monel pistons designed specifically super-resistance to corrosion
  • No mouthpiece included
  • Includes: C190DBL Deluxe Double Case
#TOP 30

3-Valve Bb Tenor Trombone

Queen Brass

Features

#TOP 31

Bach Trombone, Lacquer (TR200)

Bach

Features

  • Includes: Bach 7C mouthpiece and woodshell case
  • Bore: .459”
  • Bell: 4-13/16” two-piece hand-hammered, yellow brass
#TOP 32

Bach Trumpet (C180SL229CC)

Bach

Features

  • Professional Trumpet: .462” large bore, Key of C
  • Features: Thumb ring on first valve, narrow tuning slide, and special #25 leadpipe
  • #229 bell with classic French bead flat rim with soldered bell wire
#TOP 33

NUVO jHorn, Black (N610JHBBK)

Nuvo

Features

  • Much lighter than a traditional brass instrument
  • Hand orientation: Ambidextrous
  • Can be pitched in Bb or C
  • Revolutionary new “brass” instrument for beginners of all ages
  • Patented rotary face valves
#TOP 34

Tzong B Flat Military Cavalry Scouting Trumpet Bugle

Artist Unknown

Features

  • Brass material with gold-plated surface, durable and exquisite.
  • Durable, not easy to damage; coated with gold,the more advanced.
  • Comes with a mouthpiece, providing you with excellent sound quality.
  • All brass construction, from mouthpiece to bell.
  • Ideal for school band, military orchestra, etc.
#TOP 35

Bach Trombone, lacquer (50A3)

Bach

Features

  • Bore: .562" Large
  • Includes: Bach 1-1/2G mouthpiece and 1845C woodshell case
  • Open wrap F attachment with Hagmann rotors
  • Bell: 9.5” one-piece hand-hammered, yellow brass
#TOP 36

Glory Key of C Piccolo

GLORY

Features

#TOP 37

Military Bugle Cavalry Trumpet Brass

ANQIAO

Features

  • for beginners who want play it should know how to play it, this trumpet is yellow brass lacquered gold plated surface color, surface well treatment make it durable use, for beginners should know how to play it to make sound
  • Bugle is simple use clean it easy, order include bugle + mountpiece + bugle bag
  • All of our cavalry bugle will have mouthpiece comes with, you wouldn't need to looking for another mouthpiece
  • Bugle is enough for play, such as school band orchestra etc
  • Trumpet bugle size 13.5 inch, with diameter 4.3 inch, if you need a trumpet size like that, this one will be a good choice
#TOP 38

Sai Musical Cornet Trumpet Bb Flat Orange Nickel With Hard Case Mouthpiece Instrument For Beginner Student Professional

SM'SAI MUSICALS

Features

  • SUITABLE FOR: This instrument is ideal for scout, parade, or just keep at you living room adding elegant to your home decor.
  • PACKAGE INCLUDES: Sai Musicals provide you 1 Cornet along with Free Hardcase and a Mouthpiece.
  • GREAT GIFT: Gifting is the most special way to show someone how much you care, so make it a unique one. Get this instrument to gift whether its a birthday, anniversary or any other special occasion. Suitable for Musicians, Professional player, Beginners, Student, Band Artist
  • CARE INSTURCTIONS: It is not a high manitaninece product, just wipe the product with clean and dry cloth.
  • FEATURES: Made from Premium Quality Brass having Bb-Flat Pitch, Nickel polished, Nicely Tuned for Beginner, Student, Prodessional.
#TOP 39

Sai Musical Piccolo Trumpet Bb Nickel Silver With Case Mouthpiece Nicely Tuned Instrument For Beginner Student Professional

SM'SAI MUSICALS

Features

  • CARE INSTRUCTIONS: It is not a high maintenance product, just wipe the product with clean and dry cloth.
  • FEATURES: Smooth action valves, & comfortable white faux mother of pearl inlaid buttons. chrome used on lead mouth pipe.
  • DIMENSIONS: This Piccolo Trumpet measures- Bell Size: 9, Length: 38, Height: 15
  • PACKAGE INCLUDES: Sai Musicals provide you 1 Piccolo Trumpet along with Free Hardcase and a Mouthpiece
  • GREAT GIFT: Gifting is the most special way to show someone how much you care, so make it a unique one. Get this instrument to gift whether its a birthday, anniversary or any other special occasion. Suitable for Musicians, Professional player, Beginners, Student, Band Artist
#TOP 40

SCEXPORTS PRO TYR-79 Piccolo Trumpet

SCEXPORTS

Features

  • Piccolo Trumpet, Bb, Nickel SILVER Plated with case and mouthpiece.
  • Phosphorus copper used on lead mouth pipe.
  • Smooth action valves, & comfortable white faux mother of pearl inlaid buttons.
  • Includes a carrying case, bottle of valve oil, soft polishing cloth and a pair of white gloves.
#TOP 41

Sai Musical Silver Nickel Piccolo Trumpet With Case Mouthpiece

SM'SAI MUSICALS

Features

  • Sai Musical India solid Brass Bb/A Piccolo Trumpet
  • Length 11 inches,Bell diameter 3.75 inches
  • 84 months Warranty Against Manufacturer's Defects.
  • Free light weight hard case
  • Length 11 inches,Bell diameter 3.75 inches
#TOP 42

Selmer Prelude PC711 Piccolo

SELMER

Features

  • Split E mechanism
  • Silver plated head
  • Composite body
  • Conical bore
#TOP 43

SALE - 62 Piccolo Trumpet

NASIR ALI

Features

  • Free Accessories: Package included Piccolo Trumpet, Mouthpiece, Best Quality Nylon padded case which protect instrument and easy to carry & store.
  • Packaging Dimension: Length 15 inches, Breadth 8.5 inches, Height 4.5 inches.
  • Ideal for all Players: The tone of PICCOLO TRUMPET is in Bb tone which is suitable for all Beginners, Intermediates & Experts. 4 smooth functioning valves with comfortable pearl inlaid buttons.
  • Item Dimension: Length 12.7 inches, Breadth 5.9 inches, Bell diameter 3.7 inches, Weight 1kg.
  • Handmade Piccolo trumpetHigh Quality: PICCOLO TRUMPET is Made of high-quality brass under the guidance of experienced workers
#TOP 44

SHREYAS Brass Piccolo Trumpet Brass Finish Picollo Bb/A Pitch W/Case-Mp

SHREYAS

Features

The Buyer's Guide to the Perfect piccolo trumpets - What You Need to Know

Is it harder to play A pocket trumpet?

The mouthpiece is the same so there is no difference in how to play trumpet with braces vs the pocket trumpet. Removing a stuck trumpet mouthpiece is also the same for both instruments.

What's the hardest musical instrument to learn?

Pipe Organ Perhaps the most difficult instrument to learn is the Pipe Organ. There are a few reasons for this, but the main one is the number of keyboards that must be played at any given time. With a normal piano, the musician only needs to focus on one keyboard.

What is A mini trumpet called?

The piccolo trumpet is half the size of a normal trumpet and is pitched an octave higher. Piccolo trumpets are also commonly made with four piston valves, not three, as with standard trumpets. B-flat is by far the most common key for trumpets.

How early can a child learn trumpet?

A trumpet requires the student to have fully developed front teeth, plus reasonably well developed lip and jaw muscles. Hence, the instrument is not suitable for preschoolers. The recommended age for a youngster to begin playing trumpet is 9 – 10 years.

What's the difference between A piccolo trumpet and A pocket trumpet?

Typically, piccolo trumpets are keyed in Bb and A giving flexibilty in use for multiple orchestral settings. A pocket trumpet has the same tube length as a standard trumpet, but reduced in size.

What are the three types of trumpets?

The 10 Different Types Of Trumpets: A Complete Guide
  • The Bb Trumpet.
  • The C Trumpet.
  • The D/Eb Trumpet.
  • The Piccolo Trumpet.
  • The Pocket Trumpet.
  • The Natural Trumpet.
  • The Bugle.
  • The Slide Trumpet.

Why was the piccolo trumpet invented?

The piccolo trumpet was invented to make early music, originally written for the natural trumpet, more accessible to modern players. Most instruments can be tuned to both A and Bb by changing the leadpipe. Piccolo trumpets in G, F and high C also exist, but are quite rare.

What is A piccolo trumpet used for?

The modern piccolo trumpet enables players to play the difficult trumpet parts of Baroque music, such as Bach's second Brandenburg Concerto and Mass in B minor. Adolf Scherbaum was the first to specialize in the piccolo trumpet repertoire and to discover new baroque works, doing original transcriptions.

Editor's Notes

Our experts spent 31 hours at the very least to come up with the list of the 44 best piccolo trumpets the market has to offer. We've read 477 reviews, on 25 different trusted resources and made this compilation of the customers' favorites. These products have the average rating of 367, and, we've also analyzed the price range: on average, the selected piccolo trumpets are available at $6922.

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Steve loves music. Steve Romanoski and his wife live in Alaska. They are always on the go, exploring new places and trying out new products (especially those which can help them enjoy the great musics even more). When he's not writing about products, Steve Romanoski enjoys reading books about history and science. He likes to think of himself as a renaissance man, but his wife would probably say that he's just a big kid at heart.