Why buy a used professional trombone and what to look for.
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- čas přidán 7. 08. 2024
- What are the reasons for purchasing a used professional model trombone when you decide to upgrade from you Student Model trombone and what should you look for when buying a used trombone?
In this video I will address a lot of these topics and walk you through my process of purchasing a used trombone. All of the instruments I play professionally have been purchased used through various methods. I will also talk about some of the best places to look for used instruments. Some of the places you can search for used instruments include:
www.thebrass-exchange.com/
www.dillonmusic.com/
www.brassark.com/
www.jlandressbrass.com/
www.schmittmusic.com/
www.hornstash.com/
If you need help navigating a used trombone purchase please don’t hesitate to email me:
TromboneWorldChannel@gmail.com
I’ll be happy to help you out and give you some option based on what type of trombone you’re looking to purchase.
@LowBrassLuke
00:00 - Intro
01:01 - Reasons for buying a used instrument
02:12 - What to look for
02:48 - Tricky to repair dents
05:40 - Check condition of trigger
06:06 - Condition of chrome on inner slide
07:14 - What you can expect from a used purchase
8:58 - Red Rot
9:34 - Recap
9:53 - Where to buy used trombones
15:22 - Try to stay with a 9.5in bell size for bass trombone - Hudba
Hi Luke, I’d be interested to hear your thoughts on vintage vs modern instruments. Comparing new and old versions of the same model as well as other new brands. New manufacturing technology vs old world craftsmanship.
Did you ever make the video discussing the brands and models?
This is great advice. I think Facebook marketplace can be especially valuable if you can find something local, allowing you to try out the horn before buying.
Out of curiosity, I just checked FB Marketplace for trombones available within 50 miles of me, and I see a Yamaha YSL-610, which looks to be pristine, listed at $1,300 (includes case and some other accessories). Listing says price is negotiable. Maybe get that down to $1,100. That would be a pretty good deal. I believe these are around $2,000 new.
If only it had an F-attachment, I might be checking it out.
Yes it’s definitely a good idea to try first. With FB just be careful of condition and know what you are looking for. With younger students it’s often possible to find a great deal with no need to try.
The 610 looks to be a large bore with no trigger which I generally wouldn’t recommend. They have their use but less so when it comes to high school.
@@LowBrassLuke Yes! Yamaha has a number of seemingly good quality, large-bore horns with no F-attachment. Seems odd. Not something I would have a use for. Then again, I own a King 3B with an F-attachment (small bore). Also a bit unusual these days.
@@LowBrassLuke Someone 20 minutes from me just posted a Conn 88H for $825. Thing looks to be in great shape from the pictures. I really don’t need it. But for $825 . . .
@@jonathanv9587right?!? For that price especially in good condition it’s a great deal.