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| Looking for a Contra-Bass trombone | 11/3/2009 |
Q: I'm looking for a 'double' bass trombone under $2000. I'd like to have something American made, Bach ...
A: I assume you're talking about a two-valve bass trombone, not a contrabass. If so, you may get lucky ...
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| Conn h2 | 11/2/2009 |
Q: we are checking on a conn 2h ser 3251172 OWNED BY CECIL FLETCHER TILL HIS DEATH ITS NICELY ENGRAVED ...
A: I can't really tell you its worth, but it is a good instrument. It's pretty small for modern use, so ...
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| trombone | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I bought an trombone in an antique store in Paris, france. I just recently looked at it and am ...
A: Older trombones like yours don't have a lot of value, unfortunately. No one really plays them, so it ...
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| serial number trombone | 10/30/2009 |
Q: Murray, My name is Danielle, I'm from the netherlands. I have a trombone and i'm trying to find out ...
A: According to one list I looked at, your trombone was made around 1911. I found another on this site: ...
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| Mouthpiece backbore | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I am enlarging the throat of my mouthpiece which is a Bach 8.5BW to get a free-er blowing and more ...
A: I wouldn't open the bore of the mouthpiece if I were you. If you're looking for less resistance and ...
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| Identification and valuation | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Colin, I 2 have questions relating to 2 trombones I possess. Firstly, I want to fully identify and ...
A: There's probably another letter before the "B" on your serial number, either a "G" for the 1970's or ...
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| King 2B Liberty Model | 10/26/2009 |
Q: My old trombone I have had since I was a kid. The serial number I believe is 221689.How can I find ...
A: You can try putting it on Craigslist or Kijiji if you want to sell it locally, or you could contact ...
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| Bach Trombone | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I ran across your trombone questions and answers and gained a lot of information of which I was ...
A: I'd say it's a TB300. $300 isn't a "steal", but it's a fair price if it's in good condition. (I'm ...
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| Conn 112H age and bell location question | 10/22/2009 |
Q: I am having a hard time finding this Conn 112H age from this serial number: 907948 on bell cross ...
A: Sounds like a more recently made 112H. You may see two digits preceding the six digit number on the ...
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| King 2B Liberty Model | 10/21/2009 |
Q: My old trombone I have had since I was a kid. The serial number I believe is 221689.How can I find ...
A: According to the serial number, it was made in 1938 or 1939. If it has a sterling silver bell, it ...
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| Trombone Appraisal | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I know it is difficult to put a price on a trombone you have not seen. However, let me give you the ...
A: My personal rule of thumb for pricing a used horn is to start at 70% of the price of a new horn. ...
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| value of a used Yamaha trombone | 10/15/2009 |
Q: Our son no longer wants the trombone he used in middle school, high school and for 2 years of pep ...
A: It's hard to say without seeing it, but based on the price paid, it's probably a student model, the ...
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| H.N.White King Trombone | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have an early 1920's vintage H.N.White King silver trombone, serial #50K which puts it at 1020's ...
A: It could be your trombone is just silver plated, and does not have a sterling silver bell. I don't ...
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| Antique Besson Trombone | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I bought an F. Besson trombone in an antique store around 30 years ago in Winona, MN. I just ...
A: According to one serial number list I checked, your trombone was made around 1890. You can find some ...
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| about Bach 42 | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I'm playing the new Bach 42 trombone. It's a beautiful horn. But I'd like to know what are you ...
A: The Antoine Courtois trombones are excellent instruments, too. Some of their models closely resemble ...
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| Buescher Super Aristocrat Trombone | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I recently picked up a Buescher Super Aristocrat Trombone serial number 425807. I would like to know ...
A: Your horn was made around 1965 after the Selmer company (who makes Vincent Bach instruments) bought ...
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| trombone serial number is 951738 | 9/28/2009 |
Q: Hello my name is Jose and i used to play the trombone its a vincent Bach and it has the selmer ...
A: Does it say Vincent Bach "Stradivarius"? If not, it may be a TB300 student model. Also, a six digit ...
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| purchasing a trigger trombone | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have a nearly 13 year old daughter who has recently informed us that she is auditioning for a ...
A: You must be in Australia, since that's the only place I've seen that Yamaha trombone for sale. ...
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| Bach trombone slide | 9/25/2009 |
Q: Will a Bach .525 (from a Bach 36) bore slide fit a Bach 42 trombone? If not, is there a .525 slide ...
A: Unfortunately, a Bach 36 slide won't fit a 42 since the slide receiver on a 42 is larger. On a ...
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| Conn 6H | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I have a silver tenor trombone 6H, which the serial number is H92518. The 'experts' in my city just ...
A: If it's in good condition, your 6H may be worth between $600-900. If you're looking for a large bore ...
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| CC Conn trombone model 24H | 9/25/2009 |
Q: We have just inherited a CC Conn Ltd. trombone model 24H. It came with the original case and ...
A: You can check the serial number of the trombone (it should be stamped on the slide, and should be ...
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| Frank Holton Special Trombone | 9/24/2009 |
Q: I also have a Holton Special. Based on the serial number it is circa 1912. I am interested in ...
A: Everything will depend on its condition. Even if it's in excellent condition, trombones of that age ...
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| king trombone | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I have a King trombone 2B Liberty,serial number 366560. Is it of any value or should I just use it ...
A: It's worth something, unless the slide is trashed. It was made in the late 1950's, making it more ...
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| OLDS Trombone | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I have an OLDS Trombone with F Attachment. Bought in 1976 when I was in High School. Instrument is ...
A: If everything still works on the horn and it looks decent, you may get around $500 for it if it's a ...
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| vintage jazz trombone | 9/14/2009 |
Q: My 17 yr. old daughter aspires to be a professional jazz trombonist. I would like to surprise her ...
A: Certainly a King 2B Liberty of that vintage would be a good jazz horn. A good price would be ...
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| Mouth Piece for Small Bore | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I've gotten a hold of an old Beare & Sons Valve Trombone that does not have a mouth piece. Normally, ...
A: Take an old Bach 12C (or smaller) and bring it and the horn to Ron Partch (416-516-3883) and have ...
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| tuning slides | 9/9/2009 |
Q: I have a student who just bought a 1916 Holton Special Trombone. It has two tuning slides and I was ...
A: One tuning slide is "high pitch" and the other (the longer one) is "low pitch". After 440Hz was ...
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| Trombone Values | 9/6/2009 |
Q: I have a collection of horns from my high school and college years and was looking at selling a ...
A: I can't really give you an accurate price range without at least seeing photos of the horns, but any ...
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| Conn Trombone 12H Coprion Serial # 403022 | 9/3/2009 |
Q: My parents bought this trombone for me about 1954 for $245. I used it in a marching band for about ...
A: If the horn's in good condition (especially the slide), you could get between $800-1200, but it's ...
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| Holton Bass Trombone | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I am trying to determine the serial number for my Holton bass trombone, circa 1970. On the lower ...
A: I'm guessing you have a Holton TR185 single-valve bass trombone, judging by what's stamped on the ...
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| T.M. Kroeder Majestic trombone | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have an old silver plated T.M. Kroeder trombone and would like to learn the history of this ...
A: I'm afraid I'm stumped on this one- I've never heard of the brand. There's a strong possibility the ...
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| Conn 6H Trombone | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a Conn 6H trombone SN 305530 (probably from 1935-1937?) which is in pretty rough shape. I ...
A: I think it's worth getting put in playing shape. I don't know if I'd put more than $200-300 into it ...
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| Kring Trombone | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I just purchased a trombone that is engraved on the bell with the word Kring, and underneath that, ...
A: Are you sure it says "Kring" on it? I've never heard of that brand, so I'm afraid I can't help you ...
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| Bach and Besson trombones | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I just purchased 2 trombones for my son in good to excellent condition. One is a Vincent Bach ...
A: The Bach is a professional model and depending on its condition could be worth up to $1200. (It was ...
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| Re: Trombone | 8/24/2009 |
Q: We have an Olds Trombone with old style writing that says "Fullerton, CA. It also says Olds 167781. ...
A: Is there any other writing on the bell indicating its model name (Ambassador, Special, Recording, ...
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| Trombone mouthpiece | 8/15/2009 |
Q: Murray, I recently purchased a Bach 42B and fell in love with the tone, especially the lower ...
A: I would stick with the 6 1/2 AL. A 1 1/2G is a bass trombone mouthpiece and suited to that ...
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| value of bach 36 #6325 | 8/12/2009 |
Q: Colin, I'm just wondering what the approximate value of my trombone is. It is a Bach 36 with the ...
A: (You're not the Paul Baron I know, are you?) According to the serial number, it was made around ...
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| bore sizes for old trombones | 8/12/2009 |
Q: can you tell me the standard bore sizes for the following trombones or cite me a source(s) to find ...
A: The Conn 3H supposedly has their "1 1/2" bore, which is around .459", or the size of a modern ...
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| The Regal Class A Trombone circa 1880-1940 | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I am a trumpeter but know nothing about trombones. I came into temporary possession yesterday of ...
A: I'm afraid I'm stumped on that one! I'm not familiar with that maker at all, though it's possible it ...
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| Model Number | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have a Bach tenor trombone and am trying to find out what model it is. I have determined it is ...
A: It's probably a TB300, their student model. If it comes in a plastic case, it's a TB300. If it's in ...
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| holton trombone value | 8/11/2009 |
Q: am helping a friend value a trombone for sale to a high school student.....any background and value ...
A: The Holton TR156 was also known as the "Jay Friedman" model, after the principal trombonist in the ...
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| Selling my used Conn 112 H | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I am the first owner of this Conn 112H bass trombone. I got it in the summer of 2002. It went ...
A: The serial number on your horn is probably stamped on the main slide brace. Given your description ...
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| Change in Mouthpiece | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I currently use a 15EW and am looking for a trombone mouthpiece that may be even MORE shallow than ...
A: You could try a Schilke 43A- it has a smaller inner cup diameter and (possibly) a shallower cup than ...
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| 3 valve trombone | 8/10/2009 |
Q: Mr. Collin Murray I am trying to find any information on a trombone my grandfather left to me. Only ...
A: I think it was probably made in Europe and marketed by a music store in Chicago. There is one ...
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| New Student Trombone | 7/27/2009 |
Q: My son John is interested in learning the Trombone. He will start 5th grade in the Fall and is 11 ...
A: I'd recommend renting a horn for the first year to see if he likes it. Most good music stores have a ...
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| king liberty 2-b | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I have a brass colored king liberty 2-B trombone with a serial number of 401422. It has a red velvet ...
A: In good condition it could be worth $800 to $1000 but I can't say with certainty without seeing it. ...
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| Trombone value? | 7/23/2009 |
Q: Howdy, Firstly I know nothing of trombones so I may give un-needed info but I was curious as to the ...
A: I'll need more information. The serial number doesn't seem right, unless it's a very old horn. Does ...
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| trombones | 7/23/2009 |
Q: My daughter has to be in band . This is her first year and I need to purchase a trombone as her ...
A: I don't think I'd recommend buying a Simba (made in China) trombone. You'd be better off either ...
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| carl fischer trombone | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a carl fischer Artist trombone. There is a serial #157511 on the slide and the ...
A: Carl Fischer imported some "stencil" instruments from Europe in the early 20th century, and without ...
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| Trombone Value and Info | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I have a trombone marked Martin Magna Elkhart,Indiana. From research on the serial number, I have ...
A: Martin trombones aren't really sought-after, so I wouldn't expect a lot of money- probably under ...
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| serial no. | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I own a king trombone from 1978. My serial no. is 699267, how do i verify the model? I believe it ...
A: If it's a 3B, it should say so on the engraving on the bell. It should also say "Concert", but some ...
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| King trombone value | 7/19/2009 |
Q: I Have a King Trombone that I was thinking about selling and I don't know if it is worth anything or ...
A: You're probably missing a couple of digits in the serial number- the model 606 Tempo was made from ...
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| vintage Baldwin Elkhart-Ind Trobone | 7/18/2009 |
Q: I have a vintage trobone that I am trying to find the age and value to. It says Baldwin Special(I ...
A: I can't really tell you much about the horn. I would guess it was made by Conn for the Baldwin ...
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| Elkhart, Indiana Conn Trombone | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I have a Conn trombone with F attachment. I have had the trombone since about 1988 (bought it ...
A: Check again for that first letter- it may be part of an H, K, M or N which would mean it was made in ...
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| Value of 1931 Conn trombone | 7/15/2009 |
Q: My husband just returned from Chicago with his dad's circa 1931 Conn trombone, serial number 833074. ...
A: It depends on the model and conditon. Check near the lock nut on the bell section (where the slide ...
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| Conn coprion bell/ Chas Lavalee valve trombone | 7/15/2009 |
Q: I have recently picked up a vintage valve trombone with the name Chas Lavalee etched on the bell. ...
A: In answer to your questions: 1. I haven't heard of Chas Lavalee. It sounds like a "stencil horn" ...
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| Selling Trombones | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have 2 Trombones that I am looking to sell. The first is a Conn 88H with the rose colored bell. ...
A: The other horn is an 88H and was made in January of 1976 at the Abilene, Texas factory. These horns ...
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| Selling Trombones | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I have 2 Trombones that I am looking to sell. The first is a Conn 88H with the rose colored bell. ...
A: If you have a stock 88H (closed wrap F attachment) in like-new condition (assuming it was new in ...
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| Olds Valve Trombone | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I have acquired an Olds valve trombone. The serial number is 385. That is correct - 385. When was ...
A: Even that serial number would still put it before 1920, and Olds didn't produce trumpets until 1928, ...
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| Why am I playing sharp? | 6/29/2009 |
Q: Murray I have two trombones and both require me to pull the tuning slide almost out to the trombone ...
A: First of all, you should ditch the 15EW mouthpiece. Something that shallow will help you play sharp. ...
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| Bach trombone value | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I have a model 36 Bach Strad trombone. Serial number is for 1960. Has some minor dents and usual ...
A: If the case stinks, probably the horn does too, so it will need a good cleaning, and probably needs ...
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| Why am I playing sharp? | 6/29/2009 |
Q: Murray I have two trombones and both require me to pull the tuning slide almost out to the trombone ...
A: How long have you been playing trombone? What are makes and models of the two trombones, and most ...
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| trombone bach tb300 | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I have a Bach TB300 trigger trombone purchased for $1250 brand new. I can't find this type online ...
A: The Bach with the trigger is the TB200B (which may explain why you couldn't find it online). It also ...
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| Olds Valve Trombone | 6/27/2009 |
Q: I have acquired an Olds valve trombone. The serial number is 385. That is correct - 385. When was ...
A: Where did you find the serial number? Is it on the valve casing, or near the lock nut that attaches ...
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| Bach Trombone | 6/18/2009 |
Q: We have a Mint Condition Bach trombone and I can't find a model number on it... any suggestion? ...
A: Send me a photo or two (showing the bell engraving, the area around the handgrip, the whole ...
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| trombone solo | 6/18/2009 |
Q: A number of years ago, a friend who played excellent trombone gave me a copy of a cassette he knew I ...
A: It's Phil Wilson with Woody Herman on Woody Herman -1963 on Philips. You can get it on iTunes, and ...
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| HUTTL Trombone | 6/12/2009 |
Q: I have looked around the net to try and find out more about the Trombone that I just bought. It has ...
A: Huttl originated in what is now the Czech Republic in the 19th century in Kraslice, still a major ...
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| Conn bass trombone | 6/12/2009 |
Q: What is a ballpark value of a used conn bass trombone? It has a serial number of 856068 and was ...
A: First of all, this is not a bass trombone, it's a regular tenor trombone. It was made in 1960, ...
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| Conn Trombone | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a C.G. Conn trombone and I can't find anything on the model #. I will send you 2 ...
A: I only received one photo and that won't tell me the model number. It does tell me it was made ...
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| Frank Holton Valved Trombone - how to determine key | 6/11/2009 |
Q: found a beautiful 3-valve trombone. Frank Holton, Chicago with a marking of D and underneath a ...
A: I think you're referring to the valve slides (they're attached to the pistons). I'm talking about ...
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| Frank Holton Valved Trombone - how to determine key | 6/10/2009 |
Q: found a beautiful 3-valve trombone. Frank Holton, Chicago with a marking of D and underneath a ...
A: It's most likely in Bb (that is, the harmonics as you go up with no valves will be Bb,F,Bb,D,F, ...
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| trombone evaulation | 6/1/2009 |
Q: I own my father's trombone. It is an Olds Slide Trombone. The markings state "Ambassador, Fullerton, ...
A: The Olds Ambassador is a student model trombone, and if it's in good condition, may sell between ...
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| trombone | 5/30/2009 |
Q: i have a 1967 boosey and hawkes intermediate tenor trombone with original ornate features.No one n ...
A: The resale value of your trombone would depend on its condition. If it's in excellent shape, you may ...
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| King 3B Trombone | 5/28/2009 |
Q: In an attempt to clean up our basement I am selling my dad's King 3B trombone on eBay. I would ...
A: I think you have all the information you need! Take some good photos and put it up on Ebay. I would ...
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| Trombone dimensions | 5/28/2009 |
Q: My 9th grade daughter is ready to upgrade to a trigger trombone from a very basic, straight Yamaha. ...
A: The Bach 36BO has a .525 bore, and the slide is a bit narrower than the 42BO. It also has a smaller ...
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| conn trombone | 5/27/2009 |
Q: I found a Conn trombone in the attic and am looking for someone to assist me in appraisal and the ...
A: The Conn 2H was made between 1919 and 1929, and yours was probably made around 1928 (you may be ...
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| Trombone Rene Duval | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a vintage trombone from a pawn shop and was hoping you could tell me a bit about ...
A: I believe that the Rene Duval brand we see here was made in Italy (though there was also a Rene ...
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| new mail stream trombone or old classic? | 5/16/2009 |
Q: I am considering purchasing either a new or newer quality trombone such as a Bach 36 36b or Conn 8h ...
A: I think it would be unfair to compare a "fully restored" Olds Opera on Ebay to a new Conn or Bach ...
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| H. N. White King 1401 New Proportion Trombone | 5/11/2009 |
Q: (Circa 1935) How would you rate this trombone? It appears it's a smaller bore; would this be good ...
A: In my opinion, I think the incredibly small bore size (.461) of this horn would make it difficult to ...
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| Holton Trombone from 1955-1956 | 5/9/2009 |
Q: Is there a Holton TC 680 trombone? If so, what can you tell me about it.
A: There's a Holton TR 680 trombone, an intermediate, large bore trombone with F attachment. I've seen ...
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| trombone | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I acquired a trombone from an estate, It was in a storage shed in the back yard of a couple that ...
A: The trombone was made around 1966, and is a good, professional model trombone. Everything will ...
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| model 8 bach strat. trombone | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I have a model 8 bach strativarious for sale my great uncle played while in the united artists. It ...
A: The horn was made around 1962-63. The Bach 8 isn't widely used, but since it's a Mt.Vernon (does it ...
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| Trombone, worth? | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have a trombone with this information: Trombone (5h, 8W... if that means anything) C.G. Conn ...
A: According to Conn serial number lists, it was made around 1927, has a .485 bore, and was available ...
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| pan am trombone | 5/3/2009 |
Q: Mr. Murry I have a pan am trombone in good condition that I received from my grandfather. As far ...
A: Check out this link: http://www.xs4all.nl/~cderksen/PanAm-index.html. That seems to have the most ...
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| Buescher Trombone | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I have been looking for an Elkhart trombone by Buescher. There is a specific one in a satin silver ...
A: You can go to Ebay and search under trombones, and on Ebay you can also save searches under "myEbay" ...
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| old buescher trombone | 4/30/2009 |
Q: i recently ran across a buescher super aristocrat trombone, serial number 381840, could you tell me ...
A: According to serial number lists I checked, it was made in 1963, the year the Selmer Corp. purchased ...
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| Bach trombone model identification | 4/27/2009 |
Q: Colin, I have a Bach tenor trombone that was purchased brand new about 1993. The only identifying ...
A: It sounds like a TB300 to me. Does it have a plastic case? If so, that's a giveaway- the TB200 had a ...
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| 1950 King Silversonic Trombone | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I bought a horn described as a King 5B Silversonic last year. when I received it I noticed that it ...
A: If it is a 5B (it may say "Symphony" or "Sonorous" on the bell), the bell diameter will be 9" and ...
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| basic advise re trombone mouthpiece! | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I have inherited a trombone, (one with a bit of history too - toured with Glenn Miller and Paul ...
A: Without knowing the make and model of your trombone, I'd have to guess that it's a standard small to ...
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| Conn Artist Symphony Trombone | 4/14/2009 |
Q: My son has an F-Attachment Trombone, serial# 41 393255, 425 on valve casing, and 5996 at the top end ...
A: There may be an "88H" stamped on the slide receiver on the bell section (just above the nut that ...
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| Tenor Trombone | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I have inherited by grandfathers C G Conn tenor trombone. It is in excellent condition but for 3 ...
A: The trombone could have been made prior to 1926, but the serial number you gave me matches the year ...
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| King 2-B trombone | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Back around 1958 I purchased my high school band director’s King 2-B trombone. After graduating I ...
A: A larger bore trombone (like a Conn 88H, Bach 42B, etc) with a larger bell has a broader, less ...
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| Silver Coueson Trombone | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I have a beautiful silver trombone. It has a lot of sentimental value, but i would still like to ...
A: You can use a good silver polish like Hagerty's. There are also specially-treated cloths for ...
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| Holton Trombone | 4/6/2009 |
Q: The trombone is in excellent shape with a few minor nicks. It is a Holton Colliegiate, TR602 ...
A: The T602 is a student model, so you probably won't get more than $200 for it. The only Holton serial ...
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| King 2-B trombone | 4/5/2009 |
Q: Back around 1958 I purchased my high school band director’s King 2-B trombone. After graduating I ...
A: First of all, a King 2B is not the best horn for playing in an orchestra (assuming you mean a ...
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| Returning to Trombone - what do I purchase? | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I was a pretty good trombonist in the late 1960's early 1970's, producing a wonderful tone on my ...
A: A lot of questions, but I'll try to be as succinct as possible. Any of the trombones you mentioned ...
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| Tenor Trombone | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I have inherited by grandfathers C G Conn tenor trombone. It is in excellent condition but for 3 ...
A: According to the serial number, the trombone was made in 1926. There should be a model number ...
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| Silver Coueson Trombone | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I have a beautiful silver trombone. It has a lot of sentimental value, but i would still like to ...
A: It's probably not worth much- the only Cousenon instrument of any value would be their flugelhorns. ...
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| how much is my Conn 88H worth? | 4/2/2009 |
Q: Murray, Thanks so much for volunteering your time! I have a used Conn 88H that I have not used ...
A: As a rule of thumb, a used instrument in excellent condition can get 60-70% of a new one. I would ...
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| vintage or newer used trombone | 3/16/2009 |
Q: Our child plays the euphonium and would like to pick up the trombone as a second instrument. For a ...
A: I wouldn't necessarily recommend seeking out a vintage horn for a second instrument, unless there's ...
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| King Liberty 2B | 3/7/2009 |
Q: I just aquired a King liberty 2b, a horn I've been looking for since I play lead in a big band. The ...
A: If it says King, 2B and/or "Liberty" on the bell, then that's a professional trombone. If it's from ...
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| How to sharpen a trombone... | 3/7/2009 |
Q: A few years ago I picked up a bass trombone off the Internet. It was a brand new instrument. The ...
A: The easiest way to bring a trombone up to pitch is to have the main tuning slide cut by a good ...
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| Holton tr302 | 3/6/2009 |
Q: Around 1973 I bought a Holton TR302 at Bolby's music in Rock Island Il. for $350. Then I played a ...
A: Does your trombone have an F-attachment? I've only been able to find reference to a TR301 ...
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| trombone | 3/6/2009 |
Q: Last year a bought a Elkhart trombone built by Buescher, Elkhart- ind. u.s.a. Its a very nice ...
A: I would need a serial number to be able to date the instrument. You can also compare your trombone's ...
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| Trombone Value | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Bach Stradavarius model 42 that dates from around 1940 by virtue of it's serial number. The ...
A: Given your description, $1700 sounds like a fair offer, but the only way to find out if you can get ...
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| TBone and Serial numbers | 3/4/2009 |
Q: We are looking at what is said to be a Conn 88h trombone but the serial number has me baffled. The ...
A: I think that 88H is recent, probably made in the last five or so years. (Conn doesn't publish their ...
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| Appraisal | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 1926 conn trombone im trying to sell. Serial number 282586. I work at an instrument repair ...
A: Do you know what model it is? Does it have tuning on the slide? If it has a unique engraving ...
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| 1959 conn elkhart | 3/2/2009 |
Q: Ok what is better conn greenhoe or shires trombones ANSWER: Hi Duncan, If you're looking for a ...
A: If the 1959 Conn is in mint condition and plays like a dream, then it would be a good buy, but not ...
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| trombone | 3/1/2009 |
Q: i bought a trombone but know nothing about it. the horn itself is in good condition. the bell says ...
A: Windsor was made by the Buescher company in Elkhart, Indiana. Your horn was probably made in the ...
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| B&H Sovereign 562 Trigger Trombone. | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I used to play this particular trombone years ago and it is just sitting around collecting dust.I am ...
A: Not really sure, but is this a bass trombone you have? (The 562, which is the bore size of a bass ...
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| conn or shires | 2/26/2009 |
Q: Ok what is better conn greenhoe or shires trombones
A: If you're looking for a Conn trombone absolutely, and want it to be put together the way it's ...
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| antique trombone | 2/25/2009 |
Q: Colin, I have an antique King/Conn trombone, stamped that it's made by H. N. White. How can I find ...
A: All that I can tell you is that it was made around 1908, but without further details (like the model ...
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| Olds Bass TB value | 2/21/2009 |
Q: When I was in high school in the early 60's my dad bought me an Olds Bass Trombone with a single F ...
A: If it's a George Roberts model, it should have the tuning on the slide, with a 9" rose brass bell ...
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| Holton Collegiate Trombone TR602R | 2/20/2009 |
Q: My daughter and I found a Trombone TR602R at a closing antique store in Groton NY today and it still ...
A: I don't have access to a Holton serial number list past 1980, so I'd guess it came well after that ...
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| King Trombone | 2/19/2009 |
Q: How do I find out more about my Trombone? For instance year, value, etc. It's a King Liberty, Serial ...
A: Your trombone was made around 1944, and if it's in good shape could be worth $1200 or more ...
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| Olds Bass TB value | 2/18/2009 |
Q: When I was in high school in the early 60's my dad bought me an Olds Bass Trombone with a single F ...
A: If it's the horn I'm thinking of, it has a tight F attachment wrap with no provision for pulling it ...
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| Old Trombone | 2/17/2009 |
Q: I've got a nice old trombone, but the lacquer has worn almost entirely on the outer slide, and on ...
A: The least expensive way of protecting the slide grip is to put some kind of wrap around it, ...
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| Yamaha trombone serial number | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I'm not sure if you're comfortable answering this question because I understand that it's a common ...
A: Yamaha doesn't publish its serial numbers, so it would be difficult to come up with a precise date ...
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| trombone | 2/13/2009 |
Q: My 11th grade son is looking to get a "trigger" trombone. he expects to continue playing in pep band ...
A: Some of the higher-end Eastman trombones are designed by Steve Shires, who makes custom trombones ...
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| 1926 Conn Trombone | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I have recently acquired a vintage Conn Trombone serial number 236818. I believe it was from 1926. ...
A: I would describe it as a 22H - Conn used the "N" for their clarinets. Conn also only started ...
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| 1926 Conn Trombone | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I have recently acquired a vintage Conn Trombone serial number 236818. I believe it was from 1926. ...
A: The 22N is probably 22H if you look closely, which is the model number. It was also known as the ...
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| Conn 88H bell | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I am a trumpet player who has traded for a Conn 88H trombone. The fellow I got the horn from said ...
A: I've seen some Elkhart Conn 6H bells stamped USA only them, but can't recall an Elkhart 88H bell ...
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| 1950 King Trombone | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 1950 King Silver-Sonic 2B Trombone with a sterling silver bell in great condition with ...
A: I've seen early 2B Silversonics selling for upwards of $1500, but everything depends on condition. ...
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| Selmer BbTenor Trombone | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have recently had handed down to me a Selmer Tenor Trombone with the inscription ...
A: I don't have access to Selmer (Paris) trombone serial numbers, but if a trumpet serial number list ...
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| julius keilwerth trombone No c346. | 2/4/2009 |
Q: Can you give me any information regarding age, value, quality etc for this instrument please?
A: Keilwerth is known today for making excellent pro-quality saxophones, at their factory in Nauheim, ...
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| King 3B valve trombone | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I am considering the purchase of a King 3B 3-valve trombone. It dates from about 1983 according to ...
A: 2166 is the model number of the King valve trombone outfit in their catalogs, but it does use the ...
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| Bass Trombone | 1/29/2009 |
Q: We are looking for a used double trigger bass trombone for my son, who is playing in the HS jazz ...
A: Finding a good two-valve bass trombone under $1000 will be difficult. You can expect to pay at least ...
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| Inner Slide Repair | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I just got an old 1920's Elkhart Band Inst Co. trombone, and the inner slide plating has all but ...
A: Replating slide tubes doesn't really work that well, so the best way to repair it is by replacing ...
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| Value & care of 2 Trombones | 1/28/2009 |
Q: I have two old tenor trombones that I've had for over 20 years, and I no longer play them. One I ...
A: Both trombones are student models, and the Holton would be worth more than the Roth. The Holton may ...
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| Trombone mouthpiece | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I recently bought an old 1950's Bach trombone with a VINCENT BACH G JRP.,NEW YORK mouthpiece. The ...
A: I think the "G JRP" is probably "CORP." after Vincent Bach, but I've never seen a "star" alone ...
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| Advice on purchase of tenor t-bone for marching band | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I am in an interesting situation - I am about to graduate from high school and am excited about ...
A: Any trombone with a smaller bore (.500 or under) would probably do the job. Finding one in silver ...
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| Olds instrument company | 1/19/2009 |
Q: When answering a previous question about an Olds Trombone, you stated that the Olds company went out ...
A: The "FE Olds Company" is Olds in name only. The name was purchased by LaPlaca Associates (based in ...
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| Selmer 23 Special | 1/19/2009 |
Q: How can I tell if my horn is "K modified"? I have a 23 Spécial (SN - 1323) that I found on a wall in ...
A: I believe a K-Modified will be engraved with that phrase, probably on the mouthpiece receiver (as on ...
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| I know nothing about my old trombone! | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have a question about this old trombone that I have, it has a 26 on the inner part of the tuning ...
A: Is there any other marking on the trombone indicating a brand or model number? There were (and still ...
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| Mutes | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I've got a Bach strad 42G, I'm looking to get an ET mute and a plunger mute, probably Denis Wick, ...
A: First of all, for a plunger, you can just go to a hardware store (or bargain store) and get one. ...
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| intermediate trombone | 1/11/2009 |
Q: I am searching for an intermediate trombone for my 9th grader. I stumbled upon a Simba TTST-50 ...
A: Simba is another Chinese brand, probably available under a number of the other names. Though there ...
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| Help With Elkhart Trombone | 1/6/2009 |
Q: A close friend of mine just bought an old trombone that has Elkhart Band Instrument engraved on the ...
A: I'm afraid I haven't been able to find much more than you have on this trombone. The Elkhart company ...
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| Trombone | 1/3/2009 |
Q: My daughter just inherited a trombone from my mother. She bought it at a garage sale over 20 year ...
A: I'll need to know the make and model of the trombone, which should be engraved on the bell. A photo ...
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| source for replacement slide for olds superstar early 1980's trombone, sm bore | 1/3/2009 |
Q: We found out today that my 16 yr old's trombone has red rot in the outer slide. The repair shop said ...
A: The Olds company ceased operations in 1979, so getting parts is a non-starter, unfortunately. ...
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| used horns | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you know anywhere online besides ebay that I can find a good quality used ...
A: As luck would have it, I act as a broker for anyone looking for or selling used trombones. I will be ...
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| getzen KT series trombone | 12/29/2008 |
Q: Wondering about the manufacturer quality of a used getzen trombone I'm interested in. (On ebay right ...
A: Good brands to look for (used) are Bach, Conn, King, Getzen, Olds and Yamaha. You may find an ...
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| Trombone Age & Value | 12/26/2008 |
Q: We have an H.N. White King 2-B Liberty trombone w/ an A. Alamont mouthpiece that belonged to a ...
A: The serial number is usually stamped on the bell section just where the slide goes in. It should be ...
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| getzen KT series trombone | 12/26/2008 |
Q: Wondering about the manufacturer quality of a used getzen trombone I'm interested in. (On ebay right ...
A: Sorry for the delay- I've been on dialup for the last week. The earlier Getzen trombones didn't ...
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| Getzen The Dude Model 60 Deluxe trombone/ Olds Militsry Model tenor | 12/20/2008 |
Q: 2 questions- I have a Getzen The Dude model 60 Deluxe trombone. What can you tell about its date ...
A: Sorry for the delay in responding. Information on the Getzen Dude model is hard to find. There are ...
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| Bach Strad Trombone | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I'm looking at a Bach Strad 42G trombone for my grandson. It is a used instrument in great ...
A: If only the G stood for Greenhoe! The G refers to "gold brass" which is the alloy used in the bell. ...
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| Questions about new Trombones | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I'm currently in 10th grade and have been playing trombone now for 4 years and I have not switch ...
A: Bach offers a .525 and .547 bore in the pro horns (the 36B and 42B), but Yamaha just has a .547 ...
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| Pan American Trombone | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I have a Vintage Pan American Trombone with the serial number 7816. it is in good condition, has a ...
A: The only Pan American serial number list I found had only five and six digit serial numbers, so I'm ...
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| Questions about new Trombones | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I'm currently in 10th grade and have been playing trombone now for 4 years and I have not switch ...
A: The trigger is known as an F-attachment (because when you depress the valve, it puts the trombone in ...
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| King 2B Silver Sonic Anniversary 1993 | 12/9/2008 |
Q: Where can I obtain accurate information about the specifications of a King 2B Silver Sonic ...
A: The King 2B Silversonic Anniversary model has the same specs as the any other 2B (.481/.491 dual ...
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| Olds Trombone | 12/7/2008 |
Q: I am a junior in High School, and have been playing trombone since the sixth grade. I currently play ...
A: Your trombone was made around 1960 according to serial number lists I've seen. Olds moved to their ...
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| trombone | 12/6/2008 |
Q: how to get high note without press the mouthpiece? how to play in tune?
A: These are pretty broad topics! You should try to get some lessons with a private teacher or get some ...
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| Is it time for an upgrade | 12/4/2008 |
Q: My son is in the 9th grade and has been playing a King peashooter since the 6th grade. Should he ...
A: A lot of teachers recommend moving up to a trigger trombone, and while it wouldn't hurt, it's not ...
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| trombone | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A PAN AMERICAN TROMBONE # 15678 TRYING TO FIND YEAR AND ANY OTHER INFO
A: Pan American was a "budget" brand made by Conn. If there's a "P" in front of the serial number, it ...
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| Bach Trombone | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I have a Bach tenor trombone, in excellent condition with serial number 15625. Think it is a Model ...
A: It was made around 1974. If it's a 16M (with nickel-silver slide) it's more saleable than a regular ...
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| trombone | 12/1/2008 |
Q: i have a brass lincoln trombone model no 23082 was wondering its value it has a few scrapes one ...
A: The Lincoln was one of Selmer's brands, probably at the lower end of its product range. I'm not ...
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| Cleaning an F attachment trombone | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I've wanted to clean my F attachment trombone for a long time, but I have no idea how to clean it. I ...
A: To properly clean a rotary valve, you do have to take it apart. If it's something you're not ...
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| Conn trombone | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I'm very interested in purchasing a vintage 1960 Conn trombone for my daughter for Christmas this ...
A: An "H" series Conn trombone would come from 1966. It would be important to have the model number, ...
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| Conn Trombone | 11/25/2008 |
Q: I obtained an old Conn trombone and would like to know how to date it and find out which model it ...
A: The model number is stamped on the slide receiver (on the bell section where the slide goes in, just ...
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| Christian Lindberg rotor | 11/20/2008 |
Q: Colin, I purchased a Conn 88H, Christian Lindberg trombone--4 to 5 years ago. The rotor freezes ...
A: I don't know if there has been a recall on this rotor, but you should check with the dealer where ...
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| interchangeable trombone slides | 11/16/2008 |
Q: Ideally I would get a second hand bone with a damaged bell that I could ust take the slide from. I ...
A: The cheapest way to adapt your Yamaha slide would be to have a repair technician replace the ...
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| Regent Trombone | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I have an old Regent Trombone with the #2205 engraved on it, made by the Ohio Band Instrument ...
A: The Ohio Band Instrument Company was a division of the F.A. Reynolds Co. , based in Cleveland. The ...
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| evaluation | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I have an old Bach Stradivarius 12 model trombone. It's serial number is 6633. The slide works fine, ...
A: WIthout seeing photos of the trombone, it would be difficult to give you an estimate of its value. ...
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| Olds P-16 Custom Crafted | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I play 2nd trombone in a jazz band. I have an Olds P-16 that I bought in 1976. I've had the slide ...
A: Sorry for the delay- it's been a busy week. The Olds P-16 had .500 bore slide tubes, which are ...
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| trombone conn | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I have a trombone with the serial 323294 and wonder if you can tell me the year and value, retail, ...
A: I can only tell you it was made in 1938. You have to provide me with a model number, condition and ...
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| Frank Holton Model 67 Tenor Trombone | 11/8/2008 |
Q: What can you tell me about the specifications for the Frank Holton Model 67 trombone. The serial # ...
A: The Holton 67 was indeed a professional horn, also known as the Stratodyne (sounds like a car...). ...
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| How to play high notes? | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I'm jayne, I've been playing the trombone for about 2 years but i can't seem to play high notes ...
A: First of all, find the limit of your range- that is, where you can comfortably play a note with a ...
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| Olds Bass Trombone | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I bought the an Olds NS22D, serial# a13265 for my son on 12/24/01 while he was in school. He wishes ...
A: This is one of the new Chinese (or Taiwanese?) made Olds, and Olds in name only, not the "real" Olds ...
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| Selmer Paris trombone | 11/5/2008 |
Q: Model 23 Special K Modified. .Serial #3xxx. Purchased new in early 1950s'? What is the bore size? ...
A: It's a very good trombone, but I wouldn't count on getting a lot of money for it if you were to sell ...
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| buying a second hand professional or intermediate trombone | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I have borrowed a student trombone to see how I get on teaching myself the instrument. I am a ...
A: I would advise against either of those instruments you saw on Ebay, and indeed, buying on Ebay until ...
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| Early 50s Bach Stradivarius Trombone | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I recently came upon a trombone with it's original brown case that I purchased for $40 from a yard ...
A: I'm going to start going to garage sales! That indeed is a lucky find. The value of the horn always ...
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| condensation | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have a beginning trombone player who is getting a lot of condensation on the outer slide of her ...
A: That's an interesting situation. Unless she's playing in a refrigerator, there shouldn't be any ...
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| F.E. Olds and Son trombone: Super | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have an Olds Super Trombone, S.N. 118572, built in Los Angeles, and i was curious to see just ...
A: The Olds Super was a fine trombone, and for playing lead trombone in a big band, works very well. ...
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| Old Conn Trombone ID question | 11/2/2008 |
Q: My uncle left me an old Conn trombone and I'm trying to ID the type (tenor or alto)and when it was ...
A: The Conn 12H is a tenor (i.e. "regular") trombone, and a professional model. According to the serial ...
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| Cleaning an F stop Trombone | 10/30/2008 |
Q: My son has a silver Bach Stradivarius Model 36, F stop trombone. I want to clean the instrument, ...
A: You can give a brass instrument a bath without harming it, but if the F-attachment (not F-stop!) ...
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| ReTrombone Conn | 10/28/2008 |
Q: Re Conn Trombone the ser# 254903 and a 40H for Conn. C.C. Conn Ltd. Elk Hart Ind. U.S.A. And the ...
A: The 40H was made around 1928. It had a 7" bell and a .500" bore, and bell was set back to allow for ...
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| Tone | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I'm in my Junior High band right now, and my tone isn't very good, and my band instructor keeps ...
A: I think your band instructor is trying to get you to open your mouth cavity more. Rather than think ...
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| olds super | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A QUESTION FOR YOU ABOUT OLDS SUPER TROMBONE.I'M PRO TRBN PLAYER AND I PLAY ...
A: The Olds Super would be a lot closer to a King 2B, or a Bach 8. It had a .485/.500 dual bore (The ...
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| Buying a trombone | 10/24/2008 |
Q: once again you've been very helpful in answering my previous questions. I've gone to Woodwind and ...
A: Weril instruments are made in Brazil, and the factory has been around for a long time. In addition ...
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| Conn valve trombone | 10/20/2008 |
Q: What can you tell me about this? Conn Valve Trombone. serial # 96096 pat. June 15, 1886 it has ...
A: Apart from telling you the trombone was made in 1906. The label is a union label - here's the story ...
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| Buying a trombone | 10/16/2008 |
Q: you answered everything I wanted to know. I'm looking for an F attachment, larger bore horn. ...
A: With all due respect to Mr.Bagatini, I don't think this trombone would be a wise investment. The ...
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| Conn Trombone | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Conn 8H SPEC 343417 Would like to get an idea how old the Trombone is and any information you may ...
A: Your trombone pre-dates the 88H, so it's possible a Remington mouthpiece won't fit the receiver as ...
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| Conn Trombone | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Conn 8H SPEC 343417 Would like to get an idea how old the Trombone is and any information you may ...
A: Could be the rose brass tubing on the F attachment is what made it "special", however, the 88H was ...
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| Conn Trombone | 10/15/2008 |
Q: Conn 8H SPEC 343417 Would like to get an idea how old the Trombone is and any information you may ...
A: According to the serial number, it was made in 1941 or 1942. The SPEC indicates it was a "special" ...
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| new mouthpiece | 10/15/2008 |
Q: I am from croatia, and I play tenor trombon(conn); i had some problems with my teeth, and i had to ...
A: I've not been able to find out the size of a B&S 4/6 mouthpiece yet. I'm waiting for a response from ...
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| Looking to buy a new trombone | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I'm a sophomore in High School as well as a trombone player. I've been playing a student trombone, ...
A: Well, one question at a time... 1. If you're playing mostly in symphonic band and marching band, ...
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| mysterious trombone, and its mouthpiece | 10/6/2008 |
Q: i play in a high school marching band and jazz band, and the trombone i use is a freebie from a ...
A: This is not a stupid question at all! The mouthpiece is a Yamaha 48, which is the equivalent of a ...
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| King Liberty Trombone | 10/5/2008 |
Q: How do I value a King 2b Liberty Trombone #208676 Patented 6 with m21 mouthpiece
A: I'll assume you're talking about valuing your King 2B for resale. Its value will depend on a number ...
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| old Conn 88H | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I'm looking to sell my Conn 88H (SN K61409, circa 1967). It merely needs some TLC and the lacquer is ...
A: Yes, I got the photos on the 12th and replied that day, but your service provider seems to want an ...
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| Olds Bass Trombone | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I was recently given a beautifully restored bass trombone. I am desperately trying to find out what ...
A: Judging by your description and looking at a 1957 Olds catalog, my guess would be it's an S20 Super ...
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| trombone | 9/18/2008 |
Q: My son has never picked up a trombone in his life & wants to learn. I am looking at at Titan ...
A: I've never heard of a Titan brand trombone and I suspect it's a Chinese-made horn. Some Chinese-made ...
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| CONN Trombone | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I just recently aquired a CONN Trombone, but it is very worn and scratched. I am not sure of the ...
A: If it's a Conn trombone with a K serial number, you should be able to see the model number and ...
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| Olds Recording Trombone Value | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I am considering selling my Olds Recording Trombone w/F attachment. Serial 340046. I purchased new ...
A: Apart from Ebay, you can try other online ad services like Craigslist or Kijiji. This way, if ...
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| flats | 9/9/2008 |
Q: What notes on a trombone are typically flat and sharp. So you have to pull in or push out of ...
A: It's best to think in terms of the harmonic series and partials to figure this out. Take, for ...
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| Bach model 8 | 9/9/2008 |
Q: I have a Bach Model 8 which I bought new in 1997. It is in good condition, with a few scratches on ...
A: The Bach 8 (regular or lightweight slide?) would sell for the same price as a 12 or 16, so look for ...
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| Conn 32 H Trombone-1935 | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I just picked up a 1935 Conn 32 H. I am interested in any history on that model, other than what is ...
A: You may try the National Music Museum at the University of South Dakota (http://www.usd.edu/smm/). ...
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| used trombone ratings | 9/7/2008 |
Q: My son is a freshman in HS this year. He is a 4th year player, still using his original Olds ...
A: It may be difficult to find a good Bach 42B or Conn 88H under $1000, but I did see a couple of ...
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| Conn trombone | 9/6/2008 |
Q: Hey, it's Ron again. I was searching around on eBay, and found a used Conn trombone. The seller ...
A: It looks like a 4H to me. Unless this 4H is a one-off custom model, it should have a 7" bell, and a ...
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| old Conn 88H | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I'm looking to sell my Conn 88H (SN K61409, circa 1967). It merely needs some TLC and the lacquer is ...
A: I don't really see a question here, so I'll assume you're wanting to know what it may be worth. Some ...
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| trombone water key | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I'm just getting the trombone I've only had it for two days and I was wondering what the water key ...
A: Welcome to the world of trombone! The water key (also known as the condensation key or "spit ...
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| conn trombone | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I recently came across a conn trombone. It has the silvery gray round thing that says conn. It ...
A: What you have is indeed a 16H "Director" model made in May of 1977. It was made in Abilene, Texas, ...
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| trombone | 9/5/2008 |
Q: My son is starting the begining band this year. He wants to play the trumpet. His father also played ...
A: If he's really determined to play the trumpet, he'll find a way. On the other hand, if he's willing ...
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| trombone | 9/5/2008 |
Q: My son is starting the begining band this year. He wants to play the trumpet. His father also played ...
A: At the risk of alienating the band instructor (or you), let me offer my opinion. I believe the ...
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| TR 169 Bass Trombone | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I have a Kleinhammer model Holton TR 169 double valve Bass Trombone. I was curious as to the year it ...
A: I'd be afraid of the D slide as it is on Jeff Reynold's CD- it definitely wouldn't work in a big ...
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| TR 169 Bass Trombone | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I have a Kleinhammer model Holton TR 169 double valve Bass Trombone. I was curious as to the year it ...
A: First of all, lucky you to have one of those horns! It was made in 1965. I'd love to see a photo ...
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| valve section | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I'm thinking of switching from trumpet to valve trombone. Just so happens I have an old King 2B and ...
A: King still makes a 3B valve trombone (model 2166) so you should be able to order a valve section ...
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| trombone elkhart band inst co | 8/28/2008 |
Q: We have a trombone and we are deciding if it is worth "fixing" for our son. It has a heart with an ...
A: The Elkhart Band instrument company was around in the early 20th century and was merged with the ...
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| Bach Omega Trombone | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Want to sell it. #61141 on it. No idea of its value...can you help ANSWER: Hi Gerry, The Bach ...
A: By "public ads" I assume you're talking about Craigslist and Kijiji. If not, try them! If that ...
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| TB200 or TB300 | 8/26/2008 |
Q: Colin - YOu have great trombone knowledge so here is another question for you... How can I tell the ...
A: Here's a TB200 in its case: http://images.wwbw.com/products/extra/Bach/22328_338506.jpg If you have ...
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| Bach trombone oldie, a goodie??? | 8/26/2008 |
Q: how can i tell the model and style of the trombone? The serial number is B30878, which is 1978? I ...
A: As a rule, unless a dent decreases the diameter of a tube by more than 25%, it probably won't make a ...
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| Restoring/cleaning a vintage silver trombone | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I recently acquired an old Silver trombone, mouthpiece is marked Vincent Bach, bell is stamped with ...
A: Since you can use any mouthpiece with just about any trombone, the trombone you have is not ...
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| Bach Omega Trombone | 8/23/2008 |
Q: Want to sell it. #61141 on it. No idea of its value...can you help
A: The Bach Omega was limited-edition trombone sold to selected Bach dealers (it's now discontinued). ...
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| Trombone Value | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I would like to sell my husband's trombone but have no idea what the value is. It is a Bach USA ...
A: Without seeing it, based on your description, I'd say it's a Bach TB200, their intermediate model. ...
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| Trombone Mouthpieces | 8/19/2008 |
Q: what is the difference between a 5g mouthpiece and a 5
A: The Bach 5 and 5G both have the same cup diameter and rim shape (supposedly), but the 5G has a ...
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| Conn | 8/17/2008 |
Q: First, I'm also a Murray! Now, I have a Conn I bought used in 1962. It was estimated to be about ...
A: Always good to hear from another member of the clan! And also good to know you're getting back to ...
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| FE Olds & Son Trombone | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I have an Olds trombone that I am trying to determine the approximate value of. On the bell it says ...
A: Your trombone was probably made around 1956-57, and retailed for $195 at that time. The Studio ...
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| Date manufactured | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I have a Super Olds B flat,gold bell, silver slide horn with a number of 13107. Would you know ...
A: According to the website "Olds Central", that trombone was made around 1940-41. I'm assuming you ...
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| Bach trombone oldie, a goodie??? | 8/14/2008 |
Q: how can i tell the model and style of the trombone? The serial number is B30878, which is 1978? I ...
A: If the serial number didn't have a "B" before the numbers, it was made in 1978, but this isn't the ...
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| Bach Trombone Model? | 8/3/2008 |
Q: My son wants to sell his trombone. I need to know the model and type. It has Bach USA on the bell ...
A: I would guess you have a Bach TB300, which is their student model trombone. Look on the bell section ...
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| King Trombone | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I'm going to be a senior in high school this year, and im looking to buy a new horn since i'll be ...
A: I would suggest looking at a Conn 6H or 48H- there are a number of them on Ebay right now and they ...
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| Frank Holten "Special" Trombone | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I played a Frank Holten "Special Trombone in the early 50's. The Pat. # is 10-27-03 and the number ...
A: Your trombone was built around 1913. The extra 'attachment" you're referring to is the extra tuning ...
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| antique Trombone- Holton | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 1926 Holton presentation model trombone made for and presented to R H Leissman by Frank ...
A: According to serial number lists, that trombone was made in 1932. I wouldn't want to give it a ...
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| Nova Trombone | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a vintage Nova Los Angeles Tenor Trombone. It looks to be a 1940's or 1950's ...
A: I've seen the Nova name on stencil horns made in Germany or Czechslovakia, but never anything marked ...
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| new inner slides? | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I have a Conn 48H "Constellation" I purchased new in 1962. The horn is in excellent condition ...
A: Yes, it's definitely worth replacing the inner slide tubes. The good news is that since the 48H has ...
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| Selmer Trombone | 7/23/2008 |
Q: Slide has engraved-K-MODIFIED- Special-23-3352 logo-made in france.I can send a photo to your email. ...
A: Selmer K-Modified trombones aren't that common, but they're not that valuable either. One in pretty ...
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| Age and value of Olds Custom P-16 | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I have and Olds P-16 Custom trombone that I'm trying to sell, but I don't know how to value it. On ...
A: The P-16 you have was made in early 1978 in the last days of the Olds brand. It was their ...
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| can't find information on trombone I purchased | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I just purchase a trombone from a mental hospital auction. It has DAV HAN, made in france, 35305 ...
A: It would appear the name you furnished is incomplete. If you could forward a photo of the bell ...
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| Trombone | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I am a very active and very good Trombone player. As you know Trombone is on the bass clef. Recently ...
A: Learning to read treble clef won't hurt your trombone playing at all, though you may lose a few ...
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| CG Conn trombone | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have an old B flat tenor CONN Trombone with the first 3 of the serial being 319. All of the ...
A: For more info on the Conn 24H, click on this ...
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| CG Conn trombone | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have an old B flat tenor CONN Trombone with the first 3 of the serial being 319. All of the ...
A: If your trombone's serial number is six digits starting with 319..., it was probably made in 1947. ...
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| F.E. Olds Trombone | 7/13/2008 |
Q: I found my late dad's trombone this week while cleaning up my parents house- what a thrill! It ...
A: The Ambassador was Olds' student line instrument, and was introduced (supposedly) around 1948. The ...
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| Replating inner slides | 7/3/2008 |
Q: The plating of the inner slides of my old Conn 32H is worn. Is replating a good alternative or do I ...
A: It's very difficult to successfully replate slide tubes. First, you have to remove the old plating, ...
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| slide repair | 6/28/2008 |
Q: Hello I have a trombone that has a dent in the outer slide and I would like to know can I go to an ...
A: The short answer is, not likely. To repair a dent in a slide tube, you need a hard steel rod that is ...
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| TROMBONE | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A RICHARDS MUSIC COPR TROMBONE MODEL# T053 SERIAL#213912 WHAT CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT IT?
A: If it says J.G. Richards Co. on it, then it came from a Cleveland music store in operation in the ...
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| student rombone | 6/19/2008 |
Q: Background: My son (4th grade) just finished his first year of trombone playing snd seems to like ...
A: Ebay MAY be cheaper, but unless you know exactly what you're looking for and/or the trombone is ...
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| Bach Strad Trombone Age | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I have a Bach Stradivarius 36BO Trombone I bought from a music mart a few years ago used. I was just ...
A: Bach has only published official serial number lists until 1994, where they reach 119000. I would ...
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| Yamaha YSL-356R | 6/6/2008 |
Q: Is there a website or any other way to see Yamaha serial number lists? I'm trying to find the date ...
A: Yamaha serial number lists aren't published as far as I can tell, but I may be able to find out for ...
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| holton trumet case hardware | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have acquired a Holton Galaxy without the case. I will be making a custom hardwood case to the ...
A: You'll have a hard time matching the hardware for a thirty-year-old case, but you may get close. Try ...
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| trombone case | 5/28/2008 |
Q: Whats the best lightweight case that would fit a Bach 42BO? Would a protec be the best bet? I want ...
A: The large Softone mute (model 188L) is what you want. You can get more information on using the mute ...
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| tone improvement | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I was wondering what were some practicing tips that could help me improve the tone of my higher ...
A: It could be that you're changing your embouchure at that point (the A natural), and/or it's the ...
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| which used trombone for.... | 5/23/2008 |
Q: I play trombone for fun in the horn section of a rock/rhythm&blues band--occasional solos. I have ...
A: If you're happy with how your Olds Special plays, you may want to look at a similarly-sized trombone ...
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| trading up | 5/23/2008 |
Q: My son has played for 4 years on a Bach TB300 and will be moving into HS. He would like a trombone ...
A: For a trombonist at your son's stage of the game, I'd go with the YSL684G. Although it's been ...
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| hn white trombone mouthpiece | 5/22/2008 |
Q: Do you know what mouthpiece(s) the old hn white co.supposedly matched to their 2b and/or 3b ...
A: According to a 1938 H.N. White King 2B ad ...
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| Olds three piece trombone | 5/20/2008 |
Q: Back in the 60's I purchased a used three piece (bell, slide and valves) Olds trombone and had it ...
A: The number you gave is not the serial number. You can find the serial number on the slide, usually ...
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| F valve | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I have an old King large bore tenor with the trigger above the thumb cross member. I am hoping to ...
A: I'm having trouble picturing what you mean by the "trigger above the thumb cross member.". Are you ...
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| Model Number | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I am selling my trombone on e bay. I have a customer interested in it. And he or she wants to know ...
A: If your trombone is a Bach Stradivarius, it will say "Stradivarius" on the bell near the "Vincent ...
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| Mouthpiece | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I have a concern hope you can help me about this. What makes a mouthpiece produce a thicker/richer ...
A: If you're looking for a bigger sound, you have to increase the inside diameter of the mouthpiece to ...
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| A L Almont trombone mouthpiece | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find out more about when these mouthpieces were made & if all of them were sterling ...
A: I probably know about as much as you do about Albert Almont mouthpieces. They were made in the ...
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| trombone case | 5/8/2008 |
Q: Whats the best lightweight case that would fit a Bach 42BO? Would a protec be the best bet? I want ...
A: The three things you should be looking at are protection, weight and the price. There are a lot of ...
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| Granfathers trombone! | 5/5/2008 |
Q: We have in our family a trombone that was brought back from America by my great grandfather during ...
A: The model of the trombone you have is the 3H, which was discontinued in 1929. Your trombone was made ...
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| F.E. Olds Trombone | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I have an Olds trombone that my parents purchased for me in 1951 when I was in the high school ...
A: My best guess it was made in 1936, based on some "extrapolated" serial number lists. (Lists earlier ...
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| common tone problems and solutions | 5/2/2008 |
Q: If all the criteria are being met to produce a good tone on the trombone, but a good tone isn't ...
A: Interesting question. Obviously, if all the criteria were being met to produce a good tone, then ...
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| Elkhart trombone | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I have a trombone and I have absolutely no idea how old it is or anything else, and it is driving me ...
A: If you go to the link I gave you and click on "Kenton", you'll be asked to register on the website, ...
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| Good Beginner Trombone | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I have been playing baritone/euphonium for roughly 11 years now, and currently use a Besson ...
A: Within your budget of 350 GBP, you should be able to get a good student model trombone or a used ...
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| Good Beginner Trombone | 4/27/2008 |
Q: I have been playing baritone/euphonium for roughly 11 years now, and currently use a Besson ...
A: If you've been playing euphonium for 11 years already, and you're currently playing a ...
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| Elkhart trombone | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I have a trombone and I have absolutely no idea how old it is or anything else, and it is driving me ...
A: I got to you as soon as I possibly could- just take a few deep breaths... According to the ...
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| trombone serial number | 4/25/2008 |
Q: Someone gave me an old trombone for my daughter. She has been playing for 5 years and she has a ...
A: The Olds Ambassador was their student model trombone. It wasn't a bad student horn, but not nearly ...
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| 5G mouthpiece | 4/22/2008 |
Q: What's the difference between a 5G and a 5GS mouthpiece?
A: The 5GS has a slightly shallower cup, smaller bore (throat) and backbore than the 5G. If you're ...
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| Buescher Trombone | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I have a Buescher trombone, in good/playable condition, which has the serial number #269798. It is ...
A: According to serial number lists, your trombone was made in 1935. Ferdinand A. Buescher had worked ...
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| B&S tbones | 4/17/2008 |
Q: How are B&S tbones? I usually play bass bone and am on a limited budget and need something blatty ...
A: The newer B&S trombones are quite good (those made in the last five years). I haven't seen too many ...
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| F E OLDS | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for a trombone for my son. I think I'd rather buy an old one from a great firm, then the ...
A: Bonjour Frederique, It's true that F.E. Olds made some great trombones, but I don't think I'd ...
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| choosing trombone model | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I know you get this a lot but I'm asking more about the brand than the models, I'm in college in ...
A: Any of the horns you mentioned would be a good choice. Here's the skinny on older Conns and Bachs vs ...
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| 1975 King Trombone 1403 3-B concert | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I have a 1403-S(?) entirely Silver King Trombone purchased in 1975. It has been in storage since ...
A: I think it may be a question of a hyphen, unfortunately. The 1403S was the 3-B Silversonic, but I ...
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| Trombone History Pt.II | 4/12/2008 |
Q: My apologies for the previous e-mail not having serial numbers. I my haste to learn more, I failed ...
A: I'm willing to bet you mean "H.N. White", not "H.N. Smith" on the bell of that trombone. If it is ...
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| about my trombone | 4/4/2008 |
Q: I just bought a used trombone and like more information about it. It says Artist Elkhart Indiana on ...
A: Check carefully between "Artist" and "Elkhart, Indiana" on the bell for something like ...
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| about my trombone | 4/4/2008 |
Q: I just bought a used trombone and like more information about it. It says Artist Elkhart Indiana on ...
A: It could be a Conn trombone. Does the "Artist" engraving appear on the front or the side of the ...
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