XO Brass congratulates artist Samuel Blaser on placing fifth in the Trombonist of the Year category of DownBeat magazine's 74th Annual Critics Poll, with 109 points from the magazine's panel of critics. The results appear in DownBeat's August 2026 issue.

XO Brass is excited to welcome trumpet artists Hikari Ichihara and Chihiro Murata. Both accomplished Tokyo-based musicians, they bring expressive artistry, versatility, and a rich history of performances spanning jazz, pop, and brass ensembles, making them inspiring additions to the XO Artist family.

The Japan XO Trombone Quartet unites four of Japan’s leading trombonists: Kotaro Nakano, Kazuyoshi Wakasa, Kazuhiko Tanada, and Hiroyuki Kurogane. Renowned for their bright yet rich tone, expressive versatility, and orchestral mastery, each member brings a unique combination of competition accolades, teaching expertise, and professional experience. Together, they explore the full expressive range of the trombone, showcasing the brilliance and responsiveness of XO instruments in both solo and cha

Gold Tone Brass is comprised of six exceptionally talented young musicians: trumpeters Min-Tzu Ho and Kuan-Hsu Chen, French hornist Ying-Ting Liang, trombonist Hung-Wei Yang, tubaist Ching-Kai Huang, and percussionist Yun-Ju Chou. While each member brings a unique musical background, they are united by a profound passion for brass chamber music.

Conner Eisenmenger, esteemed educator and clinician, is joining the artist roster for XO Brass. A graduate of the University of North Texas and former member of the renowned One O'Clock Lab Band, Eisenmenger's journey westward has seen him perform alongside the Seattle Symphony, the Seattle Opera, Beck, the Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, Louis Prima Jr., Tito Puente Jr., Johnny Mathis, the Abilene Philharmonic, and the Nintendo Live’s Super Mario Super Big Band.

Honolulu Wind Ensemble first trumpet Mike Matrasko has joined XO Brass Instruments as a brand advocate, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to the XO family. Having honed his craft under the tutelage of Scott Hall and Mark Minasian, Matrasko's journey in the world of brass instruments has been marked by dedication and excellence.

New Taipei, Taiwan May 6 , 2022 . KHS Music, manufacturer of XO Sophisticated Brass Instruments, is thrilled to announce the launch of our XO Kruspe Wrap Professional French Horns 1651, 1651D, 1651N, 1651ND.

KHS, Jupiter Winds and XO Brass are proud to announce partnership with Mo'Horns to perform exclusively on XO brass instruments and Jupiter saxophones. Mo'Horns, founded in 1991, includes trombonist Marvin Thompson (now playing an XO 1634LT), saxophone player James Cheeks (using Jupiter JAS1100SG alto and a JTS1100SG tenor), and trumpeter Theljon Allen (playing the XO 1600i).

KHS Music, manufacturer of XO Sophiscated Brass Instruments, is excited to announce the official launch of our XO 1650 and 1650D Professional French Horns.