Jupiter XO 1646 Professional Flugelhorn - Rose Brass Bell, Lacquer (Ex-USAF)
For sale is an absolutely stunning, top-tier professional instrument: a pre-owned Jupiter XO 1646 Professional Flugelhorn, serial number P14092. The XO series represents the absolute pinnacle of Jupiter’s handcrafted professional manufacturing, specifically designed to compete with the finest boutique brass makers in the world. What makes this specific horn even more exceptional is its history—it is an Ex-USAF instrument, meaning it was vetted and meticulously maintained by military technicians to perform at the highest national level.
We see a ton of these go to collegiate doublers, gigging jazz musicians, and commercial players who need a reliable, buttery-smooth flugelhorn without dropping $3,200+ on a brand-new model. Because it features a premium rose brass bell and a tunable nickel silver leadpipe, you are getting an incredibly warm, broad, and deeply colorful acoustic core that blends perfectly in any jazz combo or traditional brass band.
The "XO 1646" Advantage
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Handcrafted 6" Rose Brass Bell: The large, one-piece handcrafted rose brass bell offers a higher copper content than standard yellow brass. This gives the instrument its signature rich, velvety, and exceptionally dark timbre that professional flugelhorn players look for.
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Custom 3rd Valve Trigger: Equipped with a premium custom 3rd valve trigger featuring a mini-ball linkage mechanism (and the classic XO wooden touchpiece), allowing for incredibly agile, fast, and responsive intonation adjustments on the fly.
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Tunable Nickel Silver Leadpipe: This design not only enhances the tonal focus and slotting, but the nickel silver adds a layer of durability against wear and corrosion where the horn sees the most moisture.
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Ex-USAF Pedigree: You are getting a top-tier instrument that was built, vetted, and maintained to perform flawlessly under pressure for a premier military ensemble.
Condition Report & Shop Prep
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Finish (Cosmetics): Good Player's Condition. The original clear lacquer is fully intact and looks fantastic, showing only honest signs of normal professional use.
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Body: Structurally Excellent. There are no major dents, dings, or signs of detrimental trauma to the instrument.
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Mechanics: Stage-Ready. The Monel pistons are lightning fast, and the 3rd valve trigger is perfectly smooth. Our expert in-house technicians have fully inspected, cleaned, and precision-adjusted this flugelhorn to ensure it plays flawlessly right out of the box.
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Accessories: (Note to Wes: Please add if the original XO Tourlite case or a mouthpiece is included here!)
Specifications
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Brand: Jupiter (XO Professional Series)
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Model: 1646
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Serial Number: P14092
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Key: Bb
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Bore: .413"
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Bell: 6-Inch, One-Piece Rose Brass
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Leadpipe: Tunable Nickel Silver
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Pistons: Monel
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Finish: Clear Lacquer
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Provenance: Ex-United States Air Force (USAF)
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Condition: Pre-Owned / Good Professional Condition (Fully Shop Adjusted)
Why Choose Fleming Music? Here at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site instrument repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and accurately represented before it reaches you. We take pride in offering a 1-year warranty and 2-week return policy on all instruments, giving you peace of mind with your investment. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, so please reach out to us at the shop via phone, email, or website contact: https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact.
For the most competitive pricing, financing options, or to discuss a trade-in, please contact us directly!
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