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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Holton Trombone r602r 020-646 | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: I was wondering how old this trombone is and if it's worth restoring. It is a Holton Trombone with ... A: It's a Holton Collegiate model, a student-level instrument. Not a bad horn, but I've seen them ... | |
| Arbiter Pro Sound Trombone | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: I have an Arbiter Pro Sound trombone and have been unable to find any information about it on the ... A: I'm guessing you're from the UK. Arbiter Pro Sound instruments show up on various websites, ... | |
| Pan American horn | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: just aquired a sweet silver plated Pan Am which I think is quite old the slide does not attach with ... A: According to this list: http://cderksen.home.xs4all.nl/ConnSerialsPanAmBrass.html, your trombone was ... | |
| Boosey & Hawkes Trombone | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: I purchased a Boosey & Hawkes 'Oxford' model trombone 'new' in 1958, and played it in school bands, ... A: It's an "okay" trombone, but I wouldn't put more than about $60 into it. If I remember from my days ... | |
| Buescher Trombone | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: Does a silver-plated Buescher trombone with serial number 7990 have much value? It is in good, ... A: I'm afraid the trombone isn't worth much. (I have one.) It looks nice, but I never play it. It's too ... | |
| Vintage Hawkes Trombone | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: I have a Hawkes & Sons, Denman Street, Piccadilly Circus, London Excelsior Class, Serial No 12160 ... A: It probably dates from around 1896, and is, I assume, pitched in B flat. However, it's probably in ... | |
| Conn Trombone | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: Colin, I recently found an old Conn trombone at a liquidators sale and purchased it for $75.00. It ... A: Conn didn't start using distinct model numbers until around 1920, so I can't really guess what ... | |
| Old Conn Trombone | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I came across an old Conn trombone that belonged to my great-grandfather and was curious about ... A: All I can tell you is that it was made around 1908. It may be of interest to a collector, but ... | |
| Olds Ambassador | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I think I may have found a possible good buy trombone but I feel like the information he is giving ... A: A 293000 series would put it in the late 1950's, so he's not that far off. I looked at his listing, ... | |
| King 1306 | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I just saw a listing on ebay for a Silver King 1306 tenor trombone, and I was wondering what you ... A: The King 1306 was known as the "Tempo", and was a very good intermediate model, sort of the "poor ... | |
| King Tempo Trombone | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: I bought a King Trombone at a flea market. It is silver and brass and the only serial number i can ... A: No matter what, you got a bargain! Even ten times what you paid for it would be a good deal. Have a ... | |
| holton trombone model 67 | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: When I was studying music I obtained a Holton model 67 from my teacher. It was his and it was a ... A: I don't know the exact specs (ie tubing wall thickness) on the original horn, but nickel-silver ... | |
| what bass trombone? | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I do play tenor trombone (King 4B Siver Sonorous, Conn 52H) and I develop more and more interest in ... A: It's a very personal choice, but I'd suggest something that makes a good "all-round" horn. The ... | |
| Appraisal for Vincent Bach Stradivarius 42G | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: I want to sell my Vincent Bach Stradivarius trombone with a thayer valve. I bought it new a few ... A: My rule of thumb for pricing a used horn is 2/3 to 70% of a new one, and lower the price from there ... | |
| Trombone mouthpiece | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: I own two horns, a King 3B Concert (1980) which I am using in a 62 piece concert band. What is the ... A: Mouthpiece choice is a very personal one, but based on your descriptions, I'd suggest you start ... | |
| old ambassador trombone | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: I also have a question about a recently aquired Olds Ambassador trombone. serial number 63461. i ... A: F.E. Olds made excellent trombones, and unfortunately went out of business in 1979. The Ambassador ... | |
| Conn 79H | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: Quit playing my horn nearly 30 years ago and it's been setting on a shelf ever since. I would like ... A: Yes, by all means get it repaired and cleaned up before selling. The 79H is a good, all-around horn ... | |
| Trombone | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: I recently got a trombone from my father. It was his instrument in when he played in a dance band in ... A: It probably dates from around 1936, and if it has a tuning mechanism in the slide, it's a "standard" ... | |
| Martin Trombone | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: I bought a Martin trombone in the mid-70s. At that time maybe Holton was merging with them because ... A: The only Martin trombone made by Holton I'm aware of is the Urbie Green model, which had an 8" ... | |
| Value 1964 Bach Trombone | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a Bach Stradivarius Model 16, serial number 7002, manufactured in Mount Vernon, NY - I have ... A: I sold it for someone else. I'm an instrument broker, so I handle sales (and purchases) of good ... | |
| Ballpark price for a Vintage Conn | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: I am wondering how I can find the market value of a vintage conn. I have been able to figure out ... A: Everything depends on its condition. The 4H isn't that popular amongst trombonists (if it were a 6H ... | |
| Value 1964 Bach Trombone | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Bach Stradivarius Model 16, serial number 7002, manufactured in Mount Vernon, NY - I have ... A: Value will depend on its condition and how it plays. As a ballpark, I sold a Mt.Vernon 16 in perfect ... | |
| Elkhart Trombone | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: I saw your answer to another about the site for older Pan American Ind U.S.A. Trombones and on that ... A: If you haven't already, check out this part of the Conn Loyalist website: ... | |
| used trombone purchase | 11/1/2011 |
| Q: My son is starting in the band soon and he is playing the trombone. I am looking at purchasing a ... A: If you stick to brands like Yamaha, King, Conn, Getzen, Olds (the original from California) or ... | |
| King Tempo 1306--Bad slide | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: Looks like I had the same thing happen to me as ol' Henk did. Got a King Tempo 1306 and looked ... A: It sounds like a plan, but I don't know if it's a GOOD plan. The older King Tempo (if it has an 8" ... | |
| Conn 88h | 10/22/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a Conn 88H (serial number C9591) back in 1973 for $300 used. Have not played since ... A: Your horn was made around 1963 in Elkhart, Indiana, making it more desirable in the marketplace. If ... | |
| Trombone medium and large bores / mouthpeices | 10/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a few questions, I would greatly appreciate an answer to. I recently purchased a Bach tb200 ... A: A FEW questions? Fortunately, I'm a good mood... 1. Was the medium bore purchase worth it? - Yes. ... | |
| Trombone age | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: my Question is on my Revelation Trombone.I have had since I was about 12 years old.Can you tell me ... A: It was made in 1934, according to the serial number you supplied. Hagerty's silver polish comes ... | |
| 1962 Olds Recording tenor trombone | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I am in the process of resurrecting my interest in playing the trombone and have a 1962 Olds ... A: The Olds Recording is an excellent trombone, and will be more than adequate for you. You should only ... | |
| age and value of conn 88h trombone | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I have an older Conn 88h--- serial number R2973L---- does anyone have info on age and approx. ... A: This is one of the last of the Elkhart-made (or early made-in-Texas-from-Elkhart-parts)88H's, made ... | |
| Conn trombone | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I just aquired a 1970ish Conn 60H Trombone with the rose bell and tuning on the hand slide. It has 1 ... A: Conn 60H or 62H (the two-valve version) bass trombones are hard to come by, and if you have one in ... | |
| Conn Trombone | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Conn Trombone that used to belong to my father-in-law. I'm trying to find out info about ... A: Your insurance agent would tell you if it's not covered on your regular homeowner's policy. Usually ... | |
| King 3-B Concert Silver-Sonic | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: I am wanting to sell my King 3-B Concert Silver-Sonic. I have owned it since 1977. It has sat in my ... A: Check with a local band instrument repair shop for an official appraisal. If you go to napbirt.org ... | |
| Bach strad trombone | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: Colin, I bought this Bach strad 42 w/f attachment in 1980 when I was in music school. It was used ... A: The older Bachs that have "Corporation" seemed to be valued higher than later Bachs, so if your 42B ... | |
| Selmer Trombone L44 | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: I see you've answered a number of questions on the Special 23 Henri Selmer trombones, but I'm not ... A: I'm not sure if the trumpet and trombone serial numbers were close, but a 10,000 series trumpet was ... | |
| Sampson special trombone | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an old trombone. Black leather case. green felt inside. The bell has and ornate flower ... A: I've never heard of this brand, and your photo is a bit too blurry to make out the engraving. If I ... | |
| king trombone | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: i have a king 607 trombone serial #873587 and also has 360 on it. could you tell me what type it is ... A: The 607 is an intermediate model with F attachment. Pretty decent horn and according to the serial ... | |
| Selmer Trombone | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: Im hoping someone can help me out here. My fathers old Trombone was given to me, he purchased this ... A: A good repair technician would give you an appraisal for insurance purposes, though you may not need ... | |
| Bach Mercedes II with f trigger | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a trombone I have been using one that i borrowed from my church for a while ... A: The Mercedes II was Bach's intermediate model, but they haven't used that name for at least 20 ... | |
| Pawn Shop Trombone | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I've recently purchased a trombone in a local pawn shop and I'm having a hard time identifying it's ... A: Elkhart, Indiana is (or was) home to many, many band instrument companies (Conn, Bach, Blessing, ... | |
| Embouchure | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: I've been playing trombone for about 14 years now but my high range and endurance are still poor. I ... A: I think most players have some sort of embouchure shift, especially going from very low to very ... | |
| Conn "Director" Trombone serial# 978841 | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I know absolutely nothing about instruments. I am looking to purchase a decent Trombone for my 6th ... A: The Conn Director was a very good student model trombone, and this one was made around 1962. $100 is ... | |
| Vintage King 3B Concert | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: I'm looking into buying a vintage (between 1950 and 1960) King 3B Concert, yellow lacquer. It's made ... A: This 3B has a yellow brass bell, which is standard issue for this model. The Silversonic (and other ... | |
| Bass Trombone | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: I inherited my father's bass trombone. It's an Olds Custom P-24G, serial #A44294. I measured the ... A: The marks you see are the seams where the brass has been joined. The bell is made of rose brass, ... | |
| Keep or sell for scrap metal? | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: We inherited an Ambassador Trombone. Etchings say Made in KY FE Olds & Son Is there any value in ... A: The Olds Ambassador was a pretty decent student-model trombone. If it's great shape, you could $200 ... | |
| Buescher Trombone | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: My husband has a Buescher trombone from when he was in high school and we are trying to find out if ... A: It may be worth selling, but I don't think you can expect much for it. I would guess $250, tops. The ... | |
| trombone | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: Can you give me an approximate age and value of the trombone I inherited? The serial number is 24H ... A: You have a Conn 24H, and it was made around 1962. I've seen them advertised for $500 or less, so if ... | |
| I Need Help Choosing A Trombone | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: I have been playing the trombone for about 7 years now, and i've been through a lot of trombone ... A: The TB200 is a good trombone, but it's an intermediate model. It would likely be fine for now, and ... | |
| HORN | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a trumpet and it is golg in color and silver at the BELL.Above the bell it says -STUDIO ... A: I usually only answer trombone questions here, but I can tell you the trumpet was made in 1952. If ... | |
| I Need Help Choosing A Trombone | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: I have been playing the trombone for about 7 years now, and i've been through a lot of trombone ... A: First of all, decide on your budget- $500? $1000? $200? I would recommend looking for a good used ... | |
| Model 67 Tenor Stratodyne trombone | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I have read that pristine examples or rare and scarce. I have such a horn. It has been in storage ... A: There isn't a huge demand for these Holtons, but there are a few folks out there who love them. I ... | |
| Conn 88H question | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Conn 88H with what appears to be serial #GD970, although it's hard to make out due to ... A: There should be four digits after the "GD97" which indicate the "real" serial number of the trombone ... | |
| Conn 66H trombone | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: I inherited a gorgeous tricolored Conn 66H trombone from my father, and was wondering what it might ... A: It's an interesting horn from the early 1920's, and was sold as a bass trombone (though the bore ... | |
| unidentified trombone? | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: I have just been given an old trombone, it is not in great condition but would look lovely ... A: I can't say I've run across this maker or seller. All I can tell (as you can) is that it came from ... | |
| Appraisal of Bach bass trombone | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: Colin, I am the original owner of a Bach 50b bass trombone manufactured in 1961. It is in perfect ... A: I can't furnish you with an official appraisal for insurance purposes. I would suggest you take the ... | |
| Wondering what I have. | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have an older King Trombone that my son used during high-school and we don't know much about it ... A: You have a professional-grade horn of a very good vintage. Judging by the bell diameter, I would ... | |
| Elkhart Band Instruments trombone | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: My father played a used trombone in grade school back in the 1940's and we are trying to find out ... A: I think a newer trombone (like your son currently plays) is a better bet for now. As he progresses ... | |
| Elkhart Band Instruments trombone | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: My father played a used trombone in grade school back in the 1940's and we are trying to find out ... A: It seems you know as much as I would about this trombone! I would only guess that it was made after ... | |
| Valved Trombone | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: I picked up a Besson valved trombone in the Athens Flea Market recently for 120 Euros, or about 170 ... A: I can't really tell the age or much more about the instrument from what you've told me, I'm afraid. ... | |
| Corbin trombone | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: I have this trombone from my grandfather and I believe it is around 100 years old. Is there any ... A: If the "4587" is a serial number, it would date from around 1880. It may have some value to a ... | |
| Corbin trombone | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: I have this trombone from my grandfather and I believe it is around 100 years old. Is there any ... A: I've never heard of a "Corbin" trombone. Are you sure it isn't a "Conn"? If it's a Conn and it's in ... | |
| How does a Yamaha 354 compare to a 200AD? | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: Can't seem to find much info on how these two horns compare. All I've found is a comment that they ... A: As far as I can tell from the specs, they're the same horn. Perhaps the 200AD has a different case, ... | |
| julius keilwerth valved trombone | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: i found this julius keilwerth valved trombone and bought it on a whim. Its serial number is 26961 ... A: A good repair technician could tell you if it's worth repairing or not. You won't be able to find ... | |
| New slide for Yamaha 684GL | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: Murray I'm just curiously testing a possibility of getting a pretty new slide for my trombone. Are ... A: Yamaha still makes a .525 bore trombone, the YSL640, and it's very likely that slide would fit your ... | |
| Old H.N.White Trombone | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I am wondering if you can identify and give me some idea of worth for an old brass trombone that I ... A: According to the serial number you provided, it was made around 1905. Trombones of this age aren't ... | |
| Olds trombone with weird serial number | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have an olds trombone that says Fullerton, California on the bell, but the serial number on the ... A: I'm still stumped by the serial number, though. Usually a number stamped on the slide brace like the ... | |
| buesher trombone | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: i have a buesher trombone serial num. 00284 it's old but i don't know how old,,,, A: Please check the serial number again- I doubt the first two digits are zeros (Maybe they're 8's or ... | |
| Olds trombone with weird serial number | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: I have an olds trombone that says Fullerton, California on the bell, but the serial number on the ... A: That's very odd. The serial number should be at least five digits if it says Fullerton on the bell. ... | |
| Silver Trombone | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: Found in my Father in law's estate a silver trombone. The bell is flowery designed & engraved with ... A: If the "S" in the serial number is a "5", it was probably made in 1918. It's not really worth much ... | |
| Need Price & Best Place to Sell a King 3B | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a King 3B Silver Sonic with F-attachment, serial #686757 that was manufactured circa 1978. I ... A: I would guess somewhere between $1000 and $1600. Try selling it locally first, via word-of-mouth to ... | |
| Carl Fischer Trombone | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: Howdy, I have an old Carl Fischer trombone, no serial number or other markings. The bell is ... A: Older horns like this have very small bores, about the size of a modern medium-large bore trumpet. ... | |
| Regent case, | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a trombone in a case with a "The Regent" placard on it, and inside the trombone has engraving ... A: There was a Regent trombone made by the Ohio Band Instrument company. More info here: ... | |
| Colonial Continental Trombone | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: I recently inherited a trombone and I am trying to gather information about it, including worth. ... A: The Continental Colonial was a "stencil horn", that is a lower-quality instrument made for certain ... | |
| King 4B SS Trombone | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I was hoping you could help. I have a King 4B Silver Sonorous trombone. If I am looking in the ... A: The 4B isn't as sought after as the 2B or 3B, so I would guess you may be able to get around $1000 ... | |
| Olds Studio Trombone | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a Olds Studio Trombone (1971). The information On the Internet says it has a 7.5 bell but ... A: A nickel-silver (usually lacquered) material is shinier than silver plate- you can usually tell by ... | |
| a Trombone's Worth | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a HN White (Cleveland) Silver Tenor Trombone Serial #251178 On the Bell is "US" How much ... A: I'd need more information. The "US" marking meant it was used in a military band. Are there any ... | |
| Valve trombone- what year, spec, mfg, value | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: My brother, Vern, recently acquired an antique valve trombone, it is stamped “The Rudolph Wurlizer ... A: It's certainly a fine specimen. I'm afraid I can't tell you much about it, but I will defer to ... | |
| Olds Studio Trombone | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a Olds Studio Trombone (1971). The information On the Internet says it has a 7.5 bell but ... A: I couldn't find any Olds catalogs from the early 70's with the Studio bell diameter, but if I had to ... | |
| Regent case, "Artist" trombone | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a trombone in a case with a "The Regent" placard on it, and inside the trombone has engraving ... A: I'm afraid I can't give you any details without a photo. There were a lot of trombones stamped ... | |
| New ax | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I just started playing again after a 15 year layoff and thought I would buy a new or old ax. Do you ... A: The new Yamaha 891Z is a very nice horn- probably closest in feel and specs to a King 3B. The 697Z ... | |
| Olds Ambassador Trombone | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: I am looking to buy an Olds Ambassador Trombone for my son who plays intermediate level. The serial ... A: This trombone was made around 1960. The Ambassador was a student model, so if your son is playing at ... | |
| Conn Serial Number | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a C.G Conn 88h trombone. The serial number has six numbers beginning with 189xxx. Can you ... A: Check to see if there are two numbers before the six-digit serial number. If so, adding 50 to that ... | |
| How much is my trombone worth? | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a bach 36 stradivarius tenor trombone with an f attachment. It is in almost perfect condition ... A: I've seen Bach 36B's advertised between $800 and $1500 depending on condition. I would guess yours ... | |
| Valve Trombone | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: I am interested it getting information on a Cervey CVT-571-4X valve trombone. I am a trumpet player ... A: I think the 15E should fit the Cerveny. The more recent Cerveny's use a regular shank mouthpiece as ... | |
| valve trombone | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a conn valve trombone with the original case and mouthpieces. I had it recorked and the ... A: It was probably made around 1923. Check these photos of old Conn trombones (anything with a "G" in ... | |
| Pan American Trombone | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: My dad just gave me my mother's trombone from high school. I have no intention of selling it. I ... A: Pan American was a "budget" brand made by Conn from about the 1920's to the mid 1950's. Here's some ... | |
| How much is it worth | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a Holton tr 602 trombone that I have someone interested in buying from me but I have no idea ... A: It sounds like there's at least one dent in the slide and it needs a chemical cleaning, both of ... | |
| King trombones | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I've heard this a lot. King trombones have always had a good reputation. But is is true that the ... A: I would have to say the older Kings are better. For one thing, the older slides were better, and ... | |
| King 2B and 3B | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I want to purchase a King 2B or 3B and I know those made in the Cleveland plant from the 1950' and ... A: I've seen some of the early Eastlake Kings and I can't really see any difference between them and ... | |
| bore size | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I have just purchased an Olds Ambassador serial #256971. Could you give me some advice on what type ... A: I'd be inclined to try a Bach 7C (or generic equivalent). A 12C is also a possibility (as it's ... | |
| Renting a valve trombone | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I"m an 80 year old man and need to learn/play an instrument. I love "dixieland jazz" and can read ... A: I'd recommend renting a regular slide trombone. It will be a lot easier to find and cheaper than a ... | |
| trumbone | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: One is this old trombone,it is engraved with a floral patern around THE MARLIN, or THE MARTIN, ... A: It's a Martin. I can't really tell much more from the picture, but the fact is has "LP" (for low ... | |
| 1926 Holton Gold Plated Bell | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1926 Holton gold plated bell (LP) in excellent condition. Where can I find a matching slide ... A: It will be difficult (at best) to find a slide to go with your bell section. I think it's better to ... | |
| Conn Trombone | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: I've just purchased a Conn 44h Vocabell. It's silver with gold wash in the bell, 30's vintage. Did ... A: Silver plating with a gold-wash bell interior was very common, so it was probably sold that way. If ... | |
| My trombone | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a Henri Selmer Paris trombone. Its in fairly nice condition. The serial number is 5906. I was ... A: There are no published serial numbers for Selmer trombones, unfortunately. It's a very good ... | |
| Roth-Reynolds Trombone | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a Roth-Reynolds trombone, SN 54002. It's medium bore with a closed wrap F-attachment. A ... A: This site http://contemporacorner.com/trombones/roth-trombones/ will tell you far more than I can ... | |
| Conn trombone serial number. | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a Conn trombone with matching serial numbers of 73860. I can't find any other markings to ... A: Conn didn't start using model numbers until around 1912, so it's hard to say what it is without a ... | |
| Buescher Trombone | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: I just picked up a Buescher Tenor Trombone SN91xxx, which puts it approx. 1922-23?? The identifying ... A: You're probably right about the age of the horn. The embossed Elk head counterweight is one of their ... | |
| continential colonial trombone | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: When and where were they made. I have one and it is in very good condition and it has a serial ... A: The Continental Colonial was a "stencil horn", that is a lower-quality instrument made for certain ... | |
| Old trombone | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: I have an old slide trombone in good condition. It does not appear to have any dings or dents, just ... A: Here's the word on the Elkhart Band Instrument Company from Wikipedia: The Elkhart Band instrument ... | |
| trombone | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: I am looking for information about my father's trombone. It has the Indiana Elkhart, IND USA on it. ... A: I can't really tell from your photo (way too small!) but it sounds like it may be a Martin Indiana ... | |
| bass trombone | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: My son currently plays tenor trombone (Conn 88H) but wants to play bass. He is grade 6 and is ... A: If you're buying new, Yamaha, the newest Jupiter XO models and Getzen are good instruments and good ... | |
| Conn Trombone | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: In Nov 2008 I purchased a new Conn Trombone Model #TBRG300 Serial #204889. My son used it for the ... A: I don't think TBRG300 is a Conn model number- it may be a product code from the store where you ... | |
| trombone ballpark value | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a Conn Trombone Ser: 81572,the bell is engraved with a beautiful,three-leaf pattern design. I ... A: Judging by the serial number you provided, it was made around 1904- very early in the history of the ... | |
| nova trombone | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: murray, did you ever find out where the nova 'los angeles' trombones came from? thanks, roman ... A: I'm afraid I'm still drawing a blank on this one. Try sending a note (and photo) to Robb Stewart ... | |
| Elkhart Triumph Trombone | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought an Elkhart Triumph Trombone on eBay. I was wondering how i could find out when it ... A: J., There are no serial number lists for Elkhart instruments I'm aware of, so I can't really tell ... | |
| Conn 24H | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I have decided to reluctantly sell my Conn 24h trombone. Its serial number is 345,791. I have looked ... A: It was made in 1942. The 24H is on the small side for most players, so it's not as popular as the ... | |
| Difference between Bach TB300 and TB301? | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I recently ordered a student trombone for my daughter who is just starting to play. Based on ... A: As far as I know, there is no big difference between the TB300 and TB301. There may have been some ... | |
| My Conn Trombone | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have an antique Conn trombone that is silver plated. The serial number (98628) dates it around ... A: Your trombone was made before Conn started using the model numbers with "H". I'm afraid I can't tell ... | |
| Frank Holton trombone | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a Holton Special Chicago trombone. It has fancy engraving on the horn part. I could only find ... A: Try looking on the part of the bell section where the slide goes in, and on the slide, around the ... | |
| my trombone | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I was given a trombone when I was in 5th grade (1968) and I recently rediscovered it at home. It is ... A: Sounds like it could be one of the horns Reynolds made for the US Army Air Force bands during the ... | |
| F.E. Olds&Sons Trombone | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I've been search the web for awhile and stumbled on to you. I bet you can answer this: Trombone in ... A: You can send a photo to me at AllExperts by clicking on the link toward the bottom of the page ... | |
| F.E. Olds&Sons Trombone | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I've been search the web for awhile and stumbled on to you. I bet you can answer this: Trombone in ... A: I'm not aware of a "New York" model Olds trombone- I'd be curious to see a photo of the bell ... | |
| Martin Trombone | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I bought an old Martin student horn with a serial number of 70157. Any idea what year this was made ... A: Martin serial numbers are notoriously hard to date, since the company changed hands a few times and ... | |
| Old Conn Trombone | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: Have my father's old Conn Trombone, Ser.#298164 6H. It's silverplated. From info I have found looks ... A: Sounds about right for the date of manufacture. The value depends on the condition of the horn. If ... | |
| Trombone Help? | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a question about a trombone I found while cleaning out my dad's closet. I am a trombone ... A: If you turn the "H 9" upside down, it becomes "6 H" which is the model number of this Conn trombone. ... | |
| Conn Artist Special | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: My dad passed away last year. He was a very good trumpet player. In his attic, however, we found a ... A: I think it's a model 4H (look for the stamp near the nut on the bell section where the slide is ... | |
| Bach trombone | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: A friend of mine has a Bach soloist trombone with f attachment that is virtually brand new and wants ... A: The Soloist is like a model 42B with some fancy engraving, sold by select Bach dealers. I saw one ... | |
| Trombone value | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a Selmer K-modified "special" trombone from the 1960's, in excellent condition and I would ... A: It's a good trombone, but not greatly sought-after. I've answered a couple of questions in All ... | |
| f attachment | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: when you pull the trigger how far is it suppose to raise or lower the pitch A: The F attachment lowers the pitch a perfect fourth, so that when you depress the trigger, you get an ... | |
| King Liberty trombone | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I have an old King liberty trombone seial # 170191 -This was from before they put the lock on that ... A: The popular King Liberty models are the 2B Liberty models, which have a dual .481/.491 bore, and ... | |
| Martin Imperial Trombone | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Martin Imperial trombone with a 6 digit serial number 179786 I can't find much info about ... A: Since the Martin Company serial number lists were destroyed in a fire, there are only serial number ... | |
| identify CG Conn valve trombone | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a valve trombone and don't know anything about it and am having a hard time ... A: According to the serial number, it was made around 1911. I found a photo of one made in 1912 from ... | |
| Tenor trombone | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I am wanting to know what are the Hz for the triger (tenor) Rose bell Conn? I am trying to practice ... A: Probably the biggest reason you're playing out of tune is the fact you don't play enough! You have ... | |
| trombone | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: it is a Windsor and on the bell it says elkhart -IN usa.it has an ingraving around that and the ... A: The Windsor brand was a "budget" brand made my the Buescher company. There are no serial number ... | |
| Conn 1969 Trigger Trombone | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a question about my conn 1969 trombone. When i bought i was told that i was a 88H but it ... A: I don't know what the 1969 is you're referring to, since the Conn 52H wasn't introduced until the ... | |
| identification | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: the only markings on it are around outside of bell says NEW YORKER and on one collar in small ... A: The fact that it has "foreign" stamped on it leads me to believe it was a "stencil horn" made (most ... | |
| silver Conn 88h trombone | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: I've read all of your answers to readers about trombones and you certainly are knowledgable. ... A: Sorry to burst your bubble, but it's not solid Sterling silver, only silver plated. Conn did not ... | |
| Olds bass trombone | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I cannot figure out what model this trombone is. Doubt it is a super as it doesn't have a tone ... A: No, it's a "Super" bass trombone, model S-23, I believe. A very interesting piece, since if it was ... | |
| Mouthpiece meets horn | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a straight tenor trombone King 3B and I play on a Denis Wick mouthpice 7CS. The mouthpiece is ... A: A heavier mouthpiece may give you more 'stability' at loud volumes, but you may also find it a bit ... | |
| trombone case for air travel | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: looking for sturdy, hard-sided trombone case for airplane travel. Instrument is King 2B Silvertone. ... A: I'll assume from your inquiry that you're looking for a case you can carry on the plane rather than ... | |
| Appraise trombone | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: Trombone is engraved F.E. Olds Los Angeles, Calif. Patent Apr.2-1912. Engraved with bear playing ... A: It's probably made around 1925. Robb Stewart (robbstewart.com) has one for sale right now for $450. ... | |
| Olds trombone | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I was given an Olds tenor trombone which has a beautiful sound. The slide inner sleeve is fluted ... A: Your trombone was made around 1936 and is considered an excellent trombone. The "LM" stands for ... | |
| Conn 44H, serial #291322 | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: My Grandfather used to record back in the 40's with this CONN 44H, serial number 231322, trombone ... A: The Conn 44H "Connqueror" was a very cool looking trombone, characterized by its Art Deco styling ... | |
| trombone appraisal | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I want to appraise a 1965 Conn #5 bore Bb bass with a rotary F trigger. Where can I get it ... A: Can I assume you're talking about a 72H? Most of the 72H's I've seen have been selling in the $1000 ... | |
| F E Olds and Son Brass Trombone | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: Sir: I recently acquired a "F E Olds and Son Los Angeles California" Brass Trombone. Serial number ... A: I guess you've answered your own question! I can't tell much from your photo, I'm afraid, though it ... | |
| F E Olds and Son Brass Trombone | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: Sir: I recently acquired a "F E Olds and Son Los Angeles California" Brass Trombone. Serial number ... A: I don't see a trombone in your photo, but you look very nice. Sounds like you have an Olds Super ... | |
| Hello | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 72H bass trombone and under the valve cap it has the number 14. The serial number is ... A: The 72H bass trombone was the standard single-valve bass trombone in use from the late 1950's to the ... | |
| OLDS SUPER TROMBONE | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: I would like to get some informations about OLDS SUPER trombone,actually I would like to know,what ... A: If you have a King 2B already, an Olds Super would be closest to that in sound, though perhaps a ... | |
| besson trombone 2-20 | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: Can you tell me the value of my husbands Besson 2-20 trombone, made in England.It says London, ... A: The Besson 2-20 was a good student, or even intermediate model. I would advise getting a local ... | |
| 24H Trombone | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I have an old C.G. Conn Trombone that I found in a pawn shop. it is a 24H with serial #259429. I ... A: The 24H was also known as their "ballroom model" since the bell was set back to make it easier to ... | |
| Greisch Trombone | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: Good Morning! I have been attempting to research a Greisch silver trombone bell size 7" slide 29" ... A: It probably says "Gretsch", not "Greisch". Gretsch was a dealer in Brooklyn, NY and didn't make the ... | |
| Holton Trombone | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I was given a Holton Trombone. It has REVELATION in very small writing over the floral design. On ... A: There are a few of these around, and they're more interesting for their history than as usable ... | |
| Yamaha vs King | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: We live in Australia. Our daughter is 9 years old and approaching her 2nd year at learning ... A: The King 606 is a very good student model trombone, and you couldn't really go wrong with it, even ... | |
| trombone | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: i am making a recorder slash trombone type instrument for middle school and a contest and i need ... A: Well, it looks interesting, but this is a little too involved for me. If you can find plastic tubes ... | |
| Trombone | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: My Question is about a Selmer "special" 23 (trombone) I bought it in Copenhagen 10 years ago and ... A: It's a very good trombone, and you got a bargain. (In good condition, it could be worth $500 or ... | |
| Kingston Trombone | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have an old, beat-up slide trombone with "Kingston" embossed on the bell. The serial number is ... A: It's a "stencil" horn, made for a retailer in the US by a factory in either the Czech Republic or ... | |
| Ambassador Trombone found | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: Polished up an old brass trombone and found printed,"AMBASSADOR, made by F,E, OLD'S @ SON, LOS ... A: It was made around 1954 and is a good student model trombone. F.E. Olds went out of business in 1979 ... | |
| Trombone King Tempo 1306, investing in repair | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: Murray, I have played a King 3B Concert for more tha 30 years, and very fond of this instrument. Now ... A: The King Tempo was an intermediate model made by King, so it's not as good as the 3B or 2B, but ... | |
| conn trombone model 24H | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I found at a swap meet a conn model 24H trombone serial#303346 I have looked up the serial # and it ... A: The 24H (aka the "Ballroom model") was in production from about 1928 into the late 1960's. A good ... | |
| lafleur trombone | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a Lafleur Alliance trombone in a junk shop for Ł40. It plays fine - slide a bit ... A: I believe it was made in France (later Lafleur stamped instruments were student models and made ... | |
| King 2105 5B trigger repair | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: How do I replace my snapped trigger string please? A: In case you haven't already figured out how to replace the string on your 5B, here's a link that ... | |
| Reynolds valve slide combo | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: My father bought this trombone in the early 1950s and played it for many years in dance and marching ... A: The great site contemporacorner.com can tell you far more about this instrument than I ever could: ... | |
| Late 60's Holton Special Trombone | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering if you know anything about a Frank Holton trombone model called the Special made in ... A: I've never come across this trombone before, and I haven't been able to find any catalogs from that ... | |
| Questions on antique trombone | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I have an OLDS George Roberts model bass trombone serial # 578541. I am considering on selling but ... A: It's difficult to put a value on it without seeing it. If you could email me a couple of detailed ... | |
| Concertone Trombone | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: I have an old "Concertone" trombone. I'm thinking it is pre-1930s as it has been in my family for ... A: You're correct in assuming it's a student model trombone, and not a very good one, either, I'm ... | |
| 6h tromebone | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: My father bought my 6h trombone serial #738522. around 1960 at a music store in Evanston, Ill. I ... A: It depends on what you mean by reconditioned. If you want it in good playing condition (and don't ... | |
| Conn trombone | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I've acquired a Conn Trombone, but am at a loss finding info from the various web sites on how old ... A: It sure sounds like an 88H, and it's definitely not an Elkhart. The Conns made in Abiliene, TX in ... | |
| Bach 36BO vs Yamaha | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: Colin, my son is 13 and is ready to to move up from his starter trombone. His private teacher ... A: I think your son's trombone teacher made good suggestions. The present Yamaha equivalent to the 36BO ... | |
| old trombone | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I recently picked up a small old trombone marked "Perfection Beare & Son Toronto & London Eng". It ... A: Beare & Son was an English instrument dealer and wholesaler, specializing mostly in string ... | |
| Antique Holton Trombone | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Murray, I have recently come into possession of an antique Holton trombone, and am seeking any ... A: Antique trombones as a rule aren't worth that much ($400 or less) since they're too small to be ... | |
| does it get easier? | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: I'm a Junior in a high school where kids don't really take music seriously. I used to go to a high ... A: Well, for the big question- yes, it gets "easier" the more you practice and the more you play. That ... | |
| 1958 conn trombone | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: Hi I got a 1958 trombone from a estate sale i think the number on it is L4 1535 is this a student or ... A: The serial number should be on the slide section and should have six digits. The model number (which ... | |
| Martin Trombone Serial #19110 | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: According to serial # this trombone comes from year 1920. It is in excellent condition in original ... A: Older trombones like this aren't in high demand since they have a much different sound than more ... | |
| 1962 Holton Galaxy | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: Collin, I recently found a trombone in a house that was being torn down. It is in its case, no ... A: A few people played the Holton Galaxy, but it wasn't as popular as other professional trombones. ... | |
| FE Olds trombone studio model 47523 | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I learned to play on my fathers FE Olds Studio Model Trombone model 47523. My parents later bought ... A: Olds has been out of business since 1979, so your best chance of finding one is probably on Ebay. ... | |
| King Trombone | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have an H.N. White "king" trombone that I can't precisely i.d. even with their website and serial ... A: Based on some older sales I've seen, I'd ballpark it between $400 and $600. You can also check Ebay ... | |
| King Trombone | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have an H.N. White "king" trombone that I can't precisely i.d. even with their website and serial ... A: It was made between 1925 and 1930, and my guess it's a model #1111. Trombones of this vintage aren't ... | |
| Yamaha vs Bach | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: My 15 year old son has been playing trombone for 6 years and asked for a professional level trombone ... A: I would buy the Bach if it was the Bach sound I was after, but I'd buy the Yamaha for the better ... | |
| Selmer Paris Trombone | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: When I was in the ninth grade I bought a used Selmer Paris Trombone model 23 Ser # 719. This was ... A: I haven't been able to locate a serial number list for Selmer trombones, so you should trust your ... | |
| Bach 16 trombone (New York) | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a New York Bach 16 (or at least I think that`s what it is). The serial Nr. is ... A: The model number is usually stamped on the bell, but with some earlier horns, anything can happen. I ... | |
| S/N list for Martin UG trombone TR4501 | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: S/N of my horn is 968xxx. When was it made ? Thanks your reply. Al A: Since Holton/Martin was acquired by Conn-Selmer in 2004, it's very difficult to find any serial ... | |
| Brass Slide Trombone | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: I have an EK Blessing Trombone since 1959, played it in the HS Band. It was manufactured in 1955-56 ... A: EK Blessing didn't enjoy the kind of reputation of King, Conn or Olds for their professional ... | |
| trombone value | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: I would like to donate or sell two trombones belonging to my late husband. One is a "Super Olds" 7 ... A: The Olds Super is a professional model, and there are a few who still play them (Olds went out of ... | |
| Huttl trombone | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: I have been lent a Huttl trombone and would like to know more about it. Date/ value etc. It is ... A: (couldn't resist) Huttl was a "budget" brand imported into the US and Canada during the sixties and ... | |
| trombone value | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: Colin - I found an old trombone in the garage. It has engraved 'Imperial 4040' and is made by Boosey ... A: The Imperial was Boosey's top of the line model,this one probably made around 1958. Apart from the ... | |
| valve trombone | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: Colin - I am interested in replacing my King 2B valve trombone. I have heard that old 1960s vintage ... A: The Conn 5G is the valve trombone, the 6H has the slide, though the 5G used the 6H bell. You ... | |
| trombone bells | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: i have an andreas eastman by shires etb634 trombone and was wondering waht would be the best brass ... A: If you wanted, you could get a new bell from Shires, but I couldn't guarantee it would fit the ... | |
| Advice on improving range, ability with articulation, and good trombones! | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I am a junior in high school who really wants to improve his skill at trombone. I have a very ... A: My first piece of advice would be to take private lessons with a good teacher. It's difficult for me ... | |
| trombone | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a trombone serial#176111 made by york, it has USA engraved on the bell, i cannot find this # ... A: According to one "recreated" serial number list (there are no official serial number lists) your ... | |
| Info on Jupiter CTB600 with trigger | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: My son is a freshman in high school. He has been using my brothers old Conn trigger trombone. We ... A: The Jupiter CTB600 is branded as a Carnegie, which you won't find online because Jupiter keeps that ... | |
| Antique Trombone Mystery | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: Firstly, thanks for taking a look at my question. I have a trombone my wife bought at a junk shop ... A: Look carefully at the "4F"- it's probably a "4H", which is one of Conn's models from the time your ... | |
| King 2B Silversonic trombone | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: A friend has loaned me this trombone. It will be played at home by a 2nd year student. The serial ... A: It's difficult to tell from your photo if the lacquer is still intact. If it is, you should be able ... | |
| King trombone model? | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: The serial number is 44398 wich according to the hnw page dates to 1920s. It's got several places ... A: Here's a link to a catalog photo from 1924 from the excellent site hnwthite.com: ... | |
| New York, New York Bach 36 | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find the value of my New York, New York Bach Stradivarius model 36 with serial ... A: For insurance purposes, you could probably use the suggested retail price of a new Bach 36 as ... | |
| V. Bach Stradivarius Model 42 | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: I have just purchased a used Vincent Bach Stradivarius trombone - Model 42, specifically. I've ... A: All Bach Stradivarius model 42 trombones, whether they're a 42, 42B, 42BOLTw7, will have only the ... | |
| Olds Recording Trombone Bell | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I inherited a beautiful Olds Recording trombone, but it's just the bell through the first U joints ... A: Without the slide, I'm afraid it's not worth that much, but an Olds fan/player/collector may have a ... | |
| KING 2-B bell diameter | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: when (year or S/N) did KING / HN White increased the bell diameter of the 2-B from 7,25 to 7,375 in ... A: I don't know exactly when King made the change, but a catalog page from 1963 shows the bell diameter ... | |
| Trombone swallowed gum | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: This might seem like a ridiculous question but I'm very worried about it. I swallowed a chewing gum ... A: I can answer questions about the the trombone and trombone playing, but this is out of my realm of ... | |
| playing | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm a freshman in highschool and have been playing for 3 years, I'm ranked 1st in the state. i have ... A: The notes are the same on small bore and large bore instruments. You may have a larger mouthpiece on ... | |
| pan american trombone | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a pan american trombone serial number 10479 and it states that it has a patent pending and ... A: If there's a "P" in front of the 10479 serial number, it's probably from around 1925. If there's ... | |
| Selmer Trombone Model 23 | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I've got the same Selmer trombone model 23 as the guy named Gordon who asked you about it a year ... A: Your best bet is to find a great repair technician who can rebuild your slide, replacing the slide ... | |
| King Trombone | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: We have a King 2103 3B Brass Trombone USA which was purchased in 1982. We are wanting to sell it, ... A: It's hard to say without seeing it, but I've seen them advertised between $500 and $1000 US. I ... | |
| Selmer Paris trombone value | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a Selmer Paris B-flat trombone with an F attachment and a large bell. The number on the ... A: It sounds like it's a "Largo" model, which is a large bore, designed with the help of soloist and ... | |
| F.E. Olds valve trombone | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: My family is trying to learn more about a valve trombone owned by my grandfather. The case contains ... A: It was probably made around 1962, and was listed in an Olds price list in 1960 for $280. Here's a ... | |
| conn pan american trombone | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I saved a Pan American trombone from going to the junk yard and I'm having trouble identifying it. ... A: If you look hard enough, you should be able to find a serial number. Check on the slide receiver, ... | |
| Used F.E. Olds Recording trombone | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: My 11-year old daughter's band teacher has suggested she's ready to move up from her beginner ... A: I think the Olds Recording would be an excellent step-up horn for your daughter. Assuming she stays ... | |
| What is the age of my Olds Trombone? | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: just purchased a trombone with the brand "OLDS" at a antique store. It plays great. The serial # ... A: According to the serial number, it was made around 1956 or early 1957. If you visit the Olds Central ... | |
| cONN 88H Trombone | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a CONN 88H with a serial number of 418257, I believe. I have checked both the lead pipe and ... A: Are there two digits and a space before the six digit serial number you sent? It may or may not ... | |
| about prelude trombone | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: expert a question about trombones, im looking for a student type or intermediate trombone that ... A: The Prelude is Conn-Selmer's budget brand, made in China, and as yet unproven in my opinion. For the ... | |
| 1924 Besson Prototype | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: Serial 12758, on all sections. This was picked up in thrift shop, and is near perfect, structurally. ... A: There is no exact distance of "shank" showing- a 1/2 inch is a rough guide, but if the ... | |
| COUESNON TROMBONE | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: RECENTLY ACQUIRED A COUESNON TROMBONE ... TIRED TO LOOK UP THE SER. NOS. BUT FROM WHAT I ... A: Information on Cousenon is scarce, as you found out. They're not highly regarded for their quality, ... | |
| Conn 82h Trombone - Value? | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have an old (from what I was able to find online) pretty rare model trombone, a Conn 82h which is ... A: I've seen a a couple of 82H's (or maybe it's the same one) advertised over the past year or so, ... | |
| 1924 Besson Prototype | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: Serial 12758, on all sections. This was picked up in thrift shop, and is near perfect, structurally. ... A: Unless you have experience and a good buffing, degreasing and lacquering setup, you may not get the ... | |
| Holton Collegiate with Trigger | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased an older Holton Collegiate trombone (serial no. 368088) that looked like it had an ... A: What you have is not an F attachment, but a G attachment. Holton offered this on their Collegiate ... | |
| F E Olds Trombone | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have an old FE Olds trombone, serial #02804; the date stamped on the bell is April 7, 1912. It has ... A: I saw a recent sale of an Olds Standard (with tuning in the slide) in silver plate that looked to be ... | |
| Bach Trombone Odd Serial number | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: Friend found a "Bach" trombone at an estate sale he'd thought we'd like for our son. He did not see ... A: If it doesn't say Stradivarius and the Vincent Bach name in script, then it isn't a Strad. Also, ... | |
| Elkhart Trombone | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I have aquired a rather old trombone. The bell has quite a bit of decorative engraving just above ... A: It sounds like an Elkhart, which merged with Buescher in 1928, so it wouldn't use the same serial ... | |
| Yamaha YSL 354 | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I have heard that the Yamaha YSL 354 Student Trombone is one of the best trombones you can get for a ... A: Sorry for the late reply- I've been busy. Yamaha has been making some student instruments in China ... | |
| The 400 Buescher Trutone Trombone | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: #'s 591588 near mouth piece area, then below it 'lp'...I purchased it at garage sale. Brass(?) ... A: The Buescher TruTone 400 is certainly a nice looking instrument in the Art Deco style, like the Conn ... | |
| Roth Reynolds Red brass Trombone | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: Please tell me if the following trombone is rare and what it might be worth.. Roth Reynolds red ... A: It's not common, but not rare, either. Certainly not a sought-after instrument, but some collectors ... | |
| Is this King authentic? | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: I've just acquired a King 3-B valve trombone which also has a slide unit. It is in a case designed ... A: It sounds authentic to me. Check closer on the slide for some numbers, even 4 digits, which may be ... | |
| Holton Collegiate Trombone | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: A family friend recently found a Holton Collegiate Trombone in his basement and asked if i could try ... A: The Collegiate was Holton's student model, and this model number (TR602R) was one of their later ... | |
| ELHKART Trombone Question | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a trombone engraved "THE ELKHART" Seriel number 13463. It appears to be nickle plated and ... A: The Elkhart was made by the Buescher Company in the 1920's. You can find more information on it ... | |
| Olds Recording Trombone | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a an Old Recording Trombone in excellent condition apart form a crack in the outer slide - ... A: You may be able to get another outer slide tube, but it won't be from Olds- they went out of ... | |
| King 5B solid silver trombone | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a King 5B 9" solid silver trombone serial #880418 with a hard case in excellent condition. ... A: The King 5B isn't common, but it's not that rare. It's a King 4B (large, .547 bore) with a larger ... | |
| Bach Soloist Stradivarius | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a Bach Soloist Stradivarius (I cost me a 1958 Connstellation and a 1975 88H). ... A: I just saw such an instrument (with a similar serial number) on Ebay last week that sold for $1200. ... | |
| conn coprion trombone identification | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: Would like model I.D. and approx value of a Conn coprion trombone I got new in about 1960. Serial # ... A: The Director was Conn's student model, known as the 14H or sometimes the 16H (you should see the ... | |
| Trombone Question | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: Wanting to purchase a trombone from ebay. The middle school suggested trombone is a Yamaha ysl 200 ... A: The Yamaha YSL 200AD is from their "Advantage" series, which is (was?) sold by selected Yamaha ... | |
| value of trombone | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: My son just purchased an old trombone this summer. We had it cleaned and the person that cleaned it ... A: Your trombone was made around 1941, and the Regent was a student model instrument made by the ... | |
| Doug elliott mouthpiece | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: Right now Im using Doug Eliott mouthpieces. On the trombone Im using XT G cup with G9 shank and I ... A: There may be a lot of other factors involved other than the backbore, including the rim shape, cup ... | |
| King 3B w/F attachment | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: We have the above trombone. Sterling silver. Serial #545547. Want to sell it to a high school ... A: A sterling silver bell raises the price of the horn, so I'd guess it should sell anywhere from $900 ... | |
| Trombone | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: Colin A friend of mine recently purchased a trombone at auction and would like to find out more ... A: Are there two numbers before the the six digits on the serial number? Judging by the bell engraving ... | |
| bach model 42 number confusion | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: i have a bach model 42 trombone with f attachment in traditional wrap. first question, there are ... A: The true serial number is on the slide. The other number on the rotor casing is to make sure all the ... | |
| Conn trombone | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Conn trombone serial #301803 and would like an approximate selling price.It is in very good ... A: All I can tell you it was made around 1936. I'd need to know the model number (usually stamped on ... | |
| slide replacement | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: my 88h conn slide is damaged beyond repair, is there anywhere that i can buy a replacement slide for ... A: You can get a whole slide assembly from Conn (through your local Conn dealer or a repair shop), but ... | |
| Buescher Aristocrat Trombone | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: I was curious about the value of a Buescher Aristocrat Trombone Serial# 366484, Vincent Bach is on ... A: The Buescher Aristocrat of the mid-1970's was essentially an intermediate-model trombone, probably ... | |
| Holton Special Trombone | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find out the age and worth of a trombone I recently purchased. The music repair shop ... A: According to the serial number you provided, it was probably made in 1913. You can see a photo of ... | |
| Olds Counterweight | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I'm looking for a counter-weight for my Olds Olds Super S15 Pro trombones (1947/1955). Do you know ... A: It's going to be difficult to find an original. Most of the Olds Super trombones I've seen don't ... | |
| value of older Conn 88h trombone | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Conn 88H trombone that was purchased for me as used in 1974 from a performing artist/band ... A: First off, you should get the horn to a good repair technician to take out the dings and make sure ... | |
| thayer valve | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: hey there, so i play a trombone with a Thayer valve, and i'm looking for a replacement for the ... A: If you're referring to the part that fits over the spindle of the valve and stops on either side of ... | |
| Olds Trombone | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I've been playing an Olds Ambassador Trombone for several years. It plays beautiful. I bought it ... A: The Ambassador is the Olds student model, and judging from the serial number, it was made in the ... | |
| Old Trombone | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I have another old Elkhart. On the bell is engraved "The martin, Comittee modle, ELKHART IND. USA" ... A: The Elkhart brand was not made by Martin- I believe it was made by Conn. The "Elkhart" on the bell ... | |
| My vintage H. N. White Trombone | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an H. N. White Co. trumbone with the word "PAT'D" and the number 6 underneath. On the bell ... A: The American Standard was H.N.White's "amateur" model, so I'm afraid it's not worth a lot- maybe ... | |
| trombone mouth piece | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: i have a bundy/selmer student trombone. im an adult with big lips. the bone came with a 12c ... A: You may want to try a 7C mouthpiece, which should give you a little better low register because of ... | |
| Old Trombone | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I have another old Elkhart. On the bell is engraved "The martin, Comittee modle, ELKHART IND. USA" ... A: Sorry for the delay in responding (it's summer). I'm afraid I don't know much about the Martin ... | |
| Conn Coprion 12H Trombone | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Conn trombone that I am trying to identify the year it was made and whether or not it ... A: It was made in 1952, and it's a professional model trombone. You can find more information at the ... | |
| problem horn | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a student who is playing a King 2B (silver) serial # 476168, the low Bb, High D and Bb make ... A: It's hard to chase down a buzz on a trombone. Sometimes it's as simple as the tuning slide being too ... | |
| Martin Trombone | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I have recently acquired a Martin Trombone SN 17157. I cleaned it up and it works great. How can I ... A: According to one serial number list (the official Martin records were destroyed in a fire), your ... | |
| Bach trombone | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Bach trombone but there does not appear to be a way to identify it. I am pretty sure it is ... A: Older TB300's didn't have the model number engraved on the bell. As for the serial number, you may ... | |
| Trombone value | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: Guess the conn slide I have must be 1958 or 59 started playing in Jr High what is the worth for this ... A: I'm afraid I can't tell you anything without knowing the model number, which should be stamped on ... | |
| vintage trombone value | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I need to know the age and value of a Pan American trombone.Serial number: 195674 Any information ... A: I've answered similar questions about Pan American trombones in the past in this forum. Please enter ... | |
| The new F.E.Olds | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I have always been a fan of Olds trombones (I own a studio and recording) and I have learned the ... A: The "new" F.E. Olds instruments aren't like the real Olds instruments. Some company owns the naming ... | |
| Mouthpieces | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I'm currently a high school student, playing on a Bach Stradivarius 42BO, with a Schilke 51D ... A: You may notice a bit of a difference in the tone with a Schilke 51 or 51C4, but it may not be ... | |
| Tonguing | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I am Natalie. I play trombone, and I'm a freshman in high school. I have been playing since 5th ... A: It's difficult to describe how to tongue - rather like describing how to tie your shoes. However, ... | |
| Mouthpieces | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm currently a high school student, playing on a Bach Stradivarius 42BO, with a Schilke 51D ... A: The Schilke 51D is a very deep cup and a pretty large backbore, so it's no surprise it will make ... | |
| spare part olds valve | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: Sir, I have an FE Olds trombone (serial number 538462) of which the valve broke down. More in ... A: Olds has been out of business for over 30 years, so you won't find a spare thumb lever unless you ... | |
| TB200b | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a Tb200b in good condition. There are two dents on the bell. I would like to sell it, I would ... A: 1. Try selling it though word-of-mouth first. (Other trombonists with students, band directors, ... | |
| Martin model info | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I just perchased what looks to be a really nice old Martin small bore on. Was looking for a good ... A: Information on Martin trombones is hard to come by,(and the Martin company records were destroyed in ... | |
| Martin model info | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I just perchased what looks to be a really nice old Martin small bore on. Was looking for a good ... A: I don't know a lot about the Martin trombones, I'm afraid. They never had the popularity of the ... | |
| Equipment | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: Could you please give me a crash course in understanding trombone bore size, attachments, etc. Also, ... A: A tall order, but I'll try. Bore size refers to size of the slide tubing, so a bore of .500 means ... | |
| Olds Ambassador trombone | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I have the above mentioned trombone. It was a gift and I would like to know more about so I know if ... A: I don't think it would be worth getting the trombone refinished- a relacquering job could cost up to ... | |
| Tuning slide | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: When using an electronic tuner to tune my 'new' Bach tenor trombone TB301(bought 2 months ago) I ... A: It may have something to do with how your mouthpiece fits in the receiver, there could be another ... | |
| Reminton Taper Mouthpieces | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I own an Elkhart Conn 88H, which accepts mouthpieces with a Remington taper. I have a Reminton ... A: Most good mouthpiece makers can make a mouthpiece with the Remington shank on special order (as Bach ... | |
| Valve section for King Trombone | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I am currently playing on a King 2B and was wandering if it is at all possible to buy a valve ... A: King hasn't made a 2B valve trombone for many, many years, and I don't think adapting the valve ... | |
| Conn antique tenor trombone | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: LP #177139 Tenor Trombone I have an antique tenor trombone that was inherited from my grandfather ... A: The scale may be completely off in your photo, but it looks to me like a soprano trombone (some ... | |
| H. N. White Co. 2B Silver Tone Trombone | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2B SilverTone Trombone, serial number 234497, so I believe it is from the late 1930's. My ... A: As you may have seen in some of my other responses here, everything depends on its condition. If ... | |
| equipment: worth buying | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I'm a high school band student (5 years experience) looking for a trigger trombone, having played a ... A: Save your money. Keep looking for a good used intermediate (or even professional) model in good ... | |
| Price | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a Conn 18H Director trombone with a coprion bell. Its serial number is 720663, so I am ... A: It's a very good student instrument, but not really all that valuable. Depending on how much work ... | |
| HELP indentifying this trombone!! | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could give me any info on the trombone I recently acquired. The bell says, ... A: Based on the photos, I'd say it was a "stencil" horn, that is, made by a band instrument company for ... | |
| Background on a trombone | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: Good evening Colin, I have a Martin trombone, Model - Reg. 3 or J. - Serial #189973 - Finish 1. My ... A: Interesting story, and indeed, there is a record of Martin lending instruments to Warner Brothers ... | |
| new bone | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have played a 2102 king since 1984 and I'm not play much lead or shows anymore due to my day gig, ... A: Since you're comfortable with a King, check out a 3B or 3B with F attachment- it will take some of ... | |
| trombone value | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: My daughter has a king trombone serial num. 482953 on the bell says king tempo East lake ohio and ... A: Without seeing it, it's difficult to say for sure.If it's in excellent condition, you could get ... | |
| Value of trombone | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I own a King 2B SilverSonic trombone. It was originally ordered by the U.S. Navy and received on ... A: The Silversonic trombones had gold plating on the inside of the bell whether they were military or ... | |
| Is my trombone rare? | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Murray, I own a Strad that i played through high school and now am considering selling, but i ... A: Bach doesn't list the 6 or the 8 model trombones in their catalogs anymore, but they did until ... | |
| trombone value | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: Curious as to approximate value of 1938 Liberty Model King Trombone by HN Wright. Thank you. A: It will depend on the condition of the horn and whether or not it has a Sterling silver bell. I've ... | |
| Slide lubrication | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I'm wondering if there are any simple, eco friendly slide lubrication solutions. Could I use ... A: Do NOT use olive oil! Not only will it gum up the slide, it will go rancid. Some of the standard ... | |
| selling an 88H | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: What is the best way to sell my 88HH? It is 20 years old (my third) and except for one dent in the ... A: It's easiest to sell locally, via Craigslist or Kijiji, or through connections to local trombonists ... | |
| Trombone TR158 Holton | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: Hallo My slider is very down so I need a compensation for my slider of the Holton trombone TR 158. ... A: I don't sell new instruments or accessories, but I can give you a couple of alternatives: 1. Find ... | |
| Stand for King 4B trombone with F-attachment | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a relative who is in middle school and is becoming increasingly serious about her trombone ... A: Most of the stands that store in the bell I've seen I don't think I'd recommend, though the Hercules ... | |
| 1969 Conn 79H Trigger #M37361 | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a Conn 79H in nice condition. Do you have an idea what it is worth? A: The 79H's were not as sought-after as the earlier 78H's, but it's a good medium-large bore horn, ... | |
| Holton Special & Stradivarius Model 6 | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I was hoping that you might be able to provide some information on two trombones I recently ... A: The Bach trombone was made in New York in 1939. You can find more information about Vincent Bach and ... | |
| 2006 S.E. Shires | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: I have several questions about a Shires trombone that I purchased, new, about three years ago. It is ... A: Ballpark value for a used horn in excellent condition is about 65-70% of a new one. (That would be ... | |
| Shopping for a horn | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: I have been playing for years, but only at home when nobody's around - I'm not good, but I love ... A: You could probably be satisfied with a good student model trombone like a Yamaha or King, for ... | |
| astro trombone | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an older trombone. It has engraved on the bell astro elkhart indiana. sn in the 160000's, ... A: Are you sure it says "astro"? I've never heard of that (except for the Jetson's dog). It may be ... | |
| vintage King mouthpiece | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have an old mouthpiece that I used throughout high school but can't find any info. on whether ... A: Good question- I'm not familiar with that model, either. Try contacting the site owner of ... | |
| Counterweight | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a Olds Fullerton Studio trombone and it sounds wonderful and plays great. I'm amazed ... A: Removing the counterweight is a a personal choice- it won't affect the sound of horn to a ... | |
| Trombone Range | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: Are there any tips to improve my upper range? I'm playing on a Bach Strad, so I don't know if it's ... A: By "Bach Strad" does that mean you're playing a 42B? If you're playing a mouthpiece bigger than a ... | |
| Conn 88H Elkhart | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1967 K-serial number Conn 88H tenor trombone from Elkhart Ind. I've loved this instrument ... A: It all depends what someone is willing to pay. If it's a great playing instrument in exceptionally ... | |
| Conn Trombone | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: Hey! I just bought a Conn Trombone-DIrector model with Coprion bell 18h? #553593. I have not ... A: You have an older (late 1950's) student model trombone, and it's a great student model. FYI, the ... | |
| YSL 8820 Xeno or King 3B | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Colin, I am currently in the market for a new trombone. I currently have a 1980 King 3B ... A: Since you already own a King 3B and find it too resistant, you should go with the Yamaha Xeno. It ... | |
| Private Trombone Lessons | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I am a freshman in high school and I have been playing trombone since the beginning of fourth grade. ... A: By all means take private lessons if you can. Your band teacher should be able to recommend good ... | |
| Amati trombone | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: My son has an older Bravour Amati Kraslice "F" trombone that he actually purchase from a trombonist ... A: I'm assuming it's an F bass trombone (with a handle on the slide) and not an F alto trombone (a lot ... | |
| King Trombones | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a King bone from the 70's that I believe is a 1480 model. What is the difference between this ... A: King lists a model 1480 as their "symphony bass" in earlier catalogs, with a 9' bell and .536" bore. ... | |
| mouth pieces | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: i play in a jazz band in high school, and currently playing at first part. So higher notes, but i ... A: You may want to try a Bach 6 1/2 A, which has a smaller throat (bore) and backbore, which will help ... | |
| F. E. Olds trombone 1920s | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I have been looking for a relatively inexpensive trombone for my friend. He has been playing ... A: The best site I know of for Olds information is "Olds Central: http://rouses.net/trumpet/olds.htm ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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: ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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" ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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" ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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...). ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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!) ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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" ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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/). ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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). ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
Colin Murray
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Expertise
I can answer about trombone equipment (instruments, mouthpieces, used horns, etc) and trombone (especially bass trombone) playing. If I don't know right away, I have an extensive network of experts to call on. I can't help you get a date.
Experience
25 years as professional bass trombonist (playing in big bands,orchestras, theatre, etc), 20 years as brass repair technician and retail and wholesale sales. Bass trombone instructor at Humber College, Toronto. Creator of website www.mrequipment.net - all about brass and woodwind gear and the people behind it.
Organizations
National Association of Music Merchants, American Federation of Musicians, International Trombone Association
Education/Credentials
B.Mus, L.Mus (Performance) McGill University, Montreal
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