No, really, they are relatively light weight horns. What I think helps in this regard is the "valves forward" design, which makes the horn feel quite "balanced."
I love mine!!
Blessings,
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Michael Guevara, DMM
Cinco Ranch Conservatory of Music
www.cincoranchmusic.com
Golden Trumpet Ministries
Authorized Stage 1 and Fides Dealer, Texas and Southern US