FS: Conn 88HO tenor trombone
- greenbean
- Posts: 1958
- Joined: Mar 23, 2018
Here is a Gen II Conn 88HO Bb/F tenor trombone. :hi: Rose brass bell, .547-bore, open-wrap F-attachment, modern trigger, excellent modern valve, and a very good slide with no inner wear. It does have some general signs of use - couple of tiny dings, lacquer wear, and corrosion. So, she is not quite a beauty queen - but still a great looking horn. And a fabulous player! Your choice of two 88H cases, both of which have some minor issues but are functional. Mouthpiece included if you are a student! (A free calendar if you are not.)
$1400 shipped anywhere in the US. Photos tomorrow...
$1400 shipped anywhere in the US. Photos tomorrow...
- Posaunus
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- Joined: Mar 23, 2018
[quote="greenbean"]Mouthpiece included if you are a student! (A free calendar if you are not.)[/quote]
Cat calendar? :idk:
Cat calendar? :idk:
- JohntheTheologian
- Posts: 159
- Joined: Apr 12, 2018
Tom, no cash for another horn right now-- we just bought a more expensive car than we originally ninteneded because it was the best car overall for us-- but I'm curious as to how you think this horn plays compared to a vintage Elkhart 88H. I'm fine with traditional wraps and like the quietness of string linkages, but the price on this horn seems "better" than many well-used horns with traditional wraps and string linkages.
Just curious about your take on the comparison.
BTW, really getting to love the Yamaha bass bone you sold me. It's everything I was looking for.
Just curious about your take on the comparison.
BTW, really getting to love the Yamaha bass bone you sold me. It's everything I was looking for.
- Mikebmiller
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Holding out for a Chick FilA cow calendar.
- greenbean
- Posts: 1958
- Joined: Mar 23, 2018
It is a cat calendar. In decent shape. I think it is from 2012...
As for Eastlake 88H's... I have some opinions. I think they are the best 88H's out there. Yes, some (but not all) Elkharts are superb but the fact is they are old and getting older. These days it can be somewhat of a challenge to find one in good shape with a really good slide. Many of the Elkhart slides are not very pleasant to use. Of course, what you are used to matters a lot. I have been spoiled by modern slides...
The Eastlake Conns are very consistent and play great. I haven't played a stinker. The valve is better, slide is better, and the trigger ergonomics are worlds better. The valve was borrowed from the King 4B. Modern Conn slides will usually have a threaded leadpipe receiver - which is nice. The string vs mechanical linkage thing is overblown. Set up properly, either can be smooth and silent. On the downside, the newer slides are about 0.5" shorter than earlier ones. I am not sure why that changed that.
As for Eastlake 88H's... I have some opinions. I think they are the best 88H's out there. Yes, some (but not all) Elkharts are superb but the fact is they are old and getting older. These days it can be somewhat of a challenge to find one in good shape with a really good slide. Many of the Elkhart slides are not very pleasant to use. Of course, what you are used to matters a lot. I have been spoiled by modern slides...
The Eastlake Conns are very consistent and play great. I haven't played a stinker. The valve is better, slide is better, and the trigger ergonomics are worlds better. The valve was borrowed from the King 4B. Modern Conn slides will usually have a threaded leadpipe receiver - which is nice. The string vs mechanical linkage thing is overblown. Set up properly, either can be smooth and silent. On the downside, the newer slides are about 0.5" shorter than earlier ones. I am not sure why that changed that.
- greenbean
- Posts: 1958
- Joined: Mar 23, 2018
Here are some photos. That didn't take long, did it?...
https://photos.app.goo.gl/BnSfuM4BsVWLLBDv6
As you can see, the horn has some cosmetics issues. I see some mute ding on the bell flare, a few dings on the bell throat, and general lacquer loss and usual wear. The case also has some major cracking in the bell area. I think it is still fully functional and protective. That said, I could swap it out for a 1972 88H case. This case is more in the style of the Elkhart cases. It is in great shape - except one latch needs to be replaced - and show few signs of use. Your choice.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/BnSfuM4BsVWLLBDv6
As you can see, the horn has some cosmetics issues. I see some mute ding on the bell flare, a few dings on the bell throat, and general lacquer loss and usual wear. The case also has some major cracking in the bell area. I think it is still fully functional and protective. That said, I could swap it out for a 1972 88H case. This case is more in the style of the Elkhart cases. It is in great shape - except one latch needs to be replaced - and show few signs of use. Your choice.
- BflatBass
- Posts: 173
- Joined: Mar 23, 2018
This horn is exactly what I'm looking for. I just hope it doesn't sell in the next couple of days