Sackbut
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The Sackbut is an early trombone that dates from about 1490. It was mainly used as part of the standard military or brass "outdoor" band. The sackbut became known as the trombone in the 18th century, and was used by operatic composers and in military bands. Apart from differences in the bell and bore, the trombone has changed little since the 15th century.
| Family |
| Brasses |
| Pitch range |
| Variable, depending on the size of the instrument. |
| Material |
| Brass. |
| Size |
| Variable : This example is 3 ft 6 in (1.08 m) long. |
| Origins |
| The sackbut was possibly invented by Flemish makers for the French court in the 15th century. Its origins lie in the slide trumpet of the 14th century. |
| Classification |
| Aerophone: an instrument that produces its sound by the vibration of a column of air. |
| And also... |
| The sackbut's name comes from the French "trompette saicqueboute" ("pull-push trumpet"). In the 19th century, the sackbut was known as the trombone. |
